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Position Overview
We are seeking an innovative and results-driven Senior Manager, Software Development Engineering, to lead our Platform and Data Engineering organization. This team is responsible for building and scaling mission-critical platforms that are foundational to Autodesk’s success, including:
Content Platforms
Unified Search Platform
Metrics-Driven Experimentation Platform
Marketing Analytics and Data Engineering Platform
As a strategic engineering leader, you will oversee one or more of these domains, driving technical innovation, mentoring high-performing teams, and shaping Autodesk’s platform strategy. You will work closely with product managers, architects, and business leaders to translate complex business requirements into scalable, reliable, and impactful solutions.
ResponsibilitiesLead, manage, and mentor multiple Agile Scrum teams composed of full-stack engineers and data engineers
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning
Partner with product managers, business stakeholders, and architects to define technical strategy, design robust platform and data architectures, and influence the product roadmap
Oversee the development, deployment, and operation of enterprise-grade platforms, services, and data products, ensuring high availability, scalability, reliability, and performance
Guide the design, development, and management of web services and APIs that power internal and external applications and data ecosystems
Apply expertise in Agentic AI and modern data pipeline architectures to drive innovation and scalable engineering solutions
Establish and enforce engineering standards for quality, reliability, observability, and data accuracy to support operational excellence
Champion Agile engineering best practices and drive iterative, high-impact software delivery
Leverage automation, DevOps, and CI/CD practices to improve engineering velocity, operational efficiency, and platform reliability
Collaborate cross-functionally with software architects, data scientists, product teams, and engineering organizations to build best-in-class platforms, services, and data products
Communicate complex technical concepts and architectural decisions effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
10–15 years of experience leading global Agile engineering teams, including full-time employees, contractors, and outsourced teams
Expertise in software architecture and system design, with strong knowledge of modern data pipelines
Hands-on experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js is required
Proven track record of designing, developing, and operating production-grade data pipelines and web services
Strong understanding of API management platforms and API lifecycle best practices
Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and modern software delivery frameworks
Demonstrated ability to translate complex business requirements into scalable, enterprise-grade technical solutions
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence both technical and business audiences
Exposure to Agentic AI, AI-driven data platforms and predictive analytics is highly desirable
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science or a related field is preferred
The Ideal Candidate
Drive meaningful impact by shaping Autodesk’s future platform and data strategy
Work at enterprise scale, solving complex and high-impact data and engineering challenges
Join a forward-thinking, innovation-driven data and platform engineering organization
Collaborate with top-tier talent across engineering, data science, architecture, and product development
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About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! 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.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – it’s at the core of everything we do. 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. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $0 and $0. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Diversity & Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
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Skills Required
- 10-15 years of experience leading global Agile engineering teams, including full-time employees, contractors, and outsourced teams
- Expertise in software architecture and system design, with strong knowledge of modern data pipelines
- Hands-on experience with programming languages such as Python, Java, or Node.js
- Strong experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and modern software delivery frameworks
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science or a related field
Autodesk Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Autodesk and has not been reviewed or approved by Autodesk.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away is considered expansive, combining discretionary time off for salaried roles, company holidays/Autodays, and a periodic paid sabbatical. These options provide flexibility beyond standard accrual-based PTO.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Total rewards prominently include RSUs and an employee stock purchase plan with a discount and lookback, alongside annual bonus or commission programs. These elements are available to eligible employees and can materially augment base pay.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-building support includes reimbursement for adoption, surrogacy, IVF/co‑maternity, and fertility benefits, plus dedicated coaching and Cleo resources for parenting and caregiving. These services extend support before, during, and after leave.
Autodesk Insights
What We Do
Autodesk makes software for people who make things. If you’ve ever driven a high-performance car, admired a towering skyscraper, used a smartphone, or watched a great film, chances are you’ve experienced what millions of Autodesk customers are doing with our software. Autodesk gives you the power to make anything. Over 100 million people use Autodesk software like AutoCAD, Revit, Maya, 3ds Max, Fusion 360, SketchBook, and more to unlock their creativity and solve important design, business and environmental challenges. Our software runs on both personal computers and mobile devices and taps the infinite computing power of the cloud to help teams around the world collaborate, design, simulate and fabricate their ideas in 3D. We provide exceptional compensation/benefit packages and we’d love for you to join us. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability, veteran status or other protected category. To see our culture in action, check out #AutodeskLife. We are headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area and have more than 10,000 employees worldwide.
Why Work With Us
Our work is impactful. Our people are innovative. And our culture is inclusive. As our software shapes new solutions to the world’s biggest challenges, you shape your career path. With us, you lead the way in achieving sustainability, resilient communities, and an equitable workforce. Discover #AutodeskLife.
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