Software Factory Architect

Join Autodesk’s Platform Organization within the Product Design and Manufacturing Solutions division, contributing to the Fusion 360 family of products. As a Principal Engineer / Architect, you will provide technical leadership and architectural vision for cloud-native, scalable, and secure solutions. You will drive the design and evolution of complex systems, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams and geographies to ensure technical excellence and alignment with Autodesk’s strategic goals.

Define and communicate architectural vision, standards, and best practices for cloud, backend, and frontend systems
Lead the design and evolution of distributed, scalable, and secure platforms using AWS, containerization (Docker/Kubernetes), and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform)
Evaluate and select appropriate technologies, frameworks, and patterns to meet business and technical requirements
Ensure solutions are robust, maintainable, and aligned with Autodesk’s long-term strategy
Partner with engineering, product management, UX, and other stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions
Facilitate architectural reviews, design sessions, and technical deep dives across teams and locations
Influence and align multiple teams on architectural direction, technical standards, and delivery practices
Mentor and coach engineers at all levels, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous learning
Lead by example in code quality, design, and technical decision-making
Oversee the implementation of CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), automated testing (Pact, Cypress, Playwright), and monitoring (Splunk, CloudWatch)
Drive initiatives to improve system observability, performance, and resilience
Contribute to long-term technical roadmaps and strategic planning
Represent Autodesk engineering in cross-company forums, technical communities, and external engagements

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience

• 10+ years of professional software development experience, with significant experience in technical leadership or architectural roles
• Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS), containerization, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform)
• Advanced proficiency in backend (Java/Spring Boot, C++) and frontend (React/Redux) development
• Strong background in DevOps, CI/CD, automated testing, and observability (Jenkins, Pact, Cypress, Playwright, Splunk)
• Proven ability to mentor and lead technical teams

Track record of driving architectural transformation and modernization initiatives
AWS certification or equivalent cloud expertise
Contributions to open source or technical communities
Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.

Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
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