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Position Overview
In this role, you will be part of a collaborative product engineering team responsible for developing key components that enable Autodesk products to integrate with Autodesk's Identity and Access Management (IAM) platform. You will build and enhance a core Identity Desktop Software Development Kit (SDK) used by more than 40 Autodesk products across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms.
You will collaborate with talented engineers across the globe to support the integration of the SDK into Autodesk's desktop product portfolio while contributing to scalable, secure, and high-quality identity solutions.
Responsibilities
Enhance and maintain the Identity Desktop Software Development Kit (SDK) across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms
Research, design, and implement the next generation of the Identity Desktop SDK to support future capabilities of Autodesk's Identity and Access Management (IAM) platform
Design and implement software solutions that meet functional and technical specifications
Document key architectural decisions, design details, and developer integration requirements in internal documentation and knowledge repositories
Take ownership of the overall quality, reliability, and maintainability of the SDK
Develop unit tests, integration tests, and resolve defects to ensure high-quality software delivery
Partner with internal engineering teams to support successful SDK integration across Autodesk products
Contribute to continuous improvements in software architecture, engineering practices, and development processes
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of professional experience developing and delivering commercial cross-platform desktop software for Windows, macOS, and Linux
Strong expertise in object-oriented design and software development principles
Extensive experience developing high-quality desktop applications using C++
In-depth knowledge of modern C++ standards, including C++17 and C++11
Knowledge of Python, Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and software testing frameworks
Strong understanding of desktop security concepts and secure software development practices
Experience working with native networking and cryptography libraries across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms
Proficiency in Inter-Process Communication (IPC) and multithreaded application development
Experience working in Agile software development environments
Experience developing resilient, fault-tolerant software systems
Experience using the Boost C++ Libraries
Extensive understanding of software architecture and design patterns
Preferred Qualifications
Experience developing products or services for large enterprise or global customers
Passion for continuous learning and professional growth
Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence and support internal stakeholders
Experience working with large cross-functional engineering and product management teams to enable successful product integrations
Knowledge of the Go programming language
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a highly skilled software engineer with deep expertise in cross-platform desktop development, a passion for building secure and scalable identity solutions, and a collaborative approach to solving complex engineering challenges
Demonstrates deep technical expertise in modern C++ development and cross-platform software engineering
Applies strong analytical thinking and engineering best practices to solve complex technical challenges
Designs scalable, reliable, and maintainable software that meets both current and future business needs
Makes sound technical decisions by evaluating trade-offs, risks, and long-term maintainability
Connects individual engineering efforts to broader product and platform objectives
Takes ownership of software quality through robust testing, code reviews, and continuous improvement
Works independently while collaborating effectively with engineers, architects, and product managers across global teams
Builds strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and supports successful product integration efforts
Contributes to improving engineering processes, development standards, and technical documentation
Mentors and shares knowledge with team members while fostering a collaborative engineering culture
Demonstrates curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning and technical excellence
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About Autodesk
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- 10+ years developing and delivering commercial cross-platform desktop software for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Strong expertise in object-oriented design and software development principles
- Extensive experience developing high-quality desktop applications using C++
- In-depth knowledge of modern C++ standards (C++17, C++11)
- Knowledge of Python, CI/CD pipelines, and software testing frameworks
- Strong understanding of desktop security concepts and secure software development practices
- Experience with native networking and cryptography libraries across Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Proficiency in Inter-Process Communication (IPC) and multithreaded application development
- Experience working in Agile software development environments
- Experience developing resilient, fault-tolerant software systems
- Experience using the Boost C++ Libraries
- Extensive understanding of software architecture and design patterns
- Experience developing products or services for large enterprise or global customers
- Knowledge of the Go programming language
- Strong collaboration and communication skills; ability to influence stakeholders
- Experience working with large cross-functional engineering and product management teams
- Mentoring and knowledge-sharing with team members
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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