Software Architect - Autodesk

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Position Overview

At Autodesk , we are pioneers in 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software. Our innovative tools empower some of the most creative minds on the planet to solve real-world problems, touching nearly every person on Earth. We pride ourselves not only on our groundbreaking products but also on our unique culture, which fosters innovation and creativity. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Glassdoor, and others as a top place to work, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) division at Autodesk is looking for a Software Architect with extensive experience in developing modern, scalable, maintainable, and secure cloud-native experiences. The COO division is responsible for building and maintaining cutting-edge experiences that reach millions of customers every month.

As a member of the COO architecture team, you will drive innovation and continually improve cloud-native experiences for both internal and external customers. This role offers the flexibility to work remotely, assuming you can accommodate North American time zones for your regular working hours.

Responsibilities

Lead technical discussions across diverse teams in a matrix setting

Mentor developers on emerging and existing technologies, as well as career development paths

Evaluate the feasibility of alternative directions in future architecture/platform development through modeling and prototyping

Ensure selected architecture achieve desired quality attributes such as security, scalability, and resilience

Influence the design, architecture, and implementation of cloud-native experiences (frontend and backend)

Design and implement high-quality code for complex areas

Collaborate closely with product managers, architects, and other stakeholders to translate business needs, system architecture, and product requirements into well-designed and implemented software

Evangelize and distribute technical information

Present to and gain insights and feedback from Autodesk management on key architectural initiatives

Contribute to both near and long-term technology roadmaps

Champion industry best practices

Serve as a subject matter expert in both established and emerging cloud-native technologies, including Material UI, React, Redux, Web Components, RESTful APIs, GraphQL, and AWS-based server-side infrastructure

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related engineering discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience will also be considered

10+ years of experience as a software engineer or architect, with a strong focus on cloud technologies

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English, with the ability to convey complex ideas clearly