Software Engineer

Posted Yesterday
San Francisco, CA, USA
In-Office
169K-199K Annually
Mid level
Big Data • Cloud • Digital Media • Machine Learning • Mobile • Software • Industrial
Autodesk is a global leader in design and make technology that helps innovators everywhere solve today's challenges.
The Role
Design, develop, test, and maintain front-end and backend software (React, Node.js, Java). Build REST/GraphQL APIs, micro-frontends, CI/CD pipelines, and automated tests. Optimize performance, ensure scalability/security/availability, troubleshoot issues, participate in code reviews, mentor peers, and collaborate with DevOps and support teams.
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Job Requisition ID #

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Responsibilities: Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. Design, code, test, debug and document new and existing components to ensure that software meets business, quality and operational needs. Build high quality code following unit testing and test-driven development. Drive and participate in code and document reviews, mentoring team in best practices. Collaborate with peer organizations, DevOps, Support organizations on technical issues and provide guidance. Interpret and translate business needs to technical requirements and accurate estimates. Evaluate and recommend tools, technologies and processes to ensure the highest quality and performance is achieved. Work with team to troubleshoot code level problems quickly and efficiently. Apply deep technical expertise to resolve challenging programming and design problems. Focus on scalability, security and availability of all applications and processes. Some telecommuting is permitted. 

 

Minimum Requirements: Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or in a software engineer-related occupation. Some telecommuting is permitted. 

 

Special Requirements: Position requires at least 3 years of experience in each of the following skills: 

 

  • Design and develop front-end applications using React.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS to implement user interface requirements and ensure cross-browser compatibility. 

  • Develop and maintain backend services and REST APIs using Node.js, Express.js, and Java to support application functionality, data processing, and secure system integrations. 

  • Implement unit, integration, and end-to-end testing using Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, and Mocha to validate functionality and identify defects. 

  • Develop and optimize applications using Redux, React Query, RxJS, and modern front-end performance techniques such as caching, lazy loading, and profiling tools to improve application efficiency. 

  • Utilize CI/CD pipelines with Jenkins, GitHub, Docker, and automated deployment processes to build, test, and deploy application code. 

  • Develop modular micro-frontend architectures and integrate services using GraphQL, REST APIs, and Webpack Module Federation to support distributed application development. 

  • Participate in Agile/Scrum environments using tools such as Jira, Git, and code review workflows to track work items, manage source code, and collaborate with team members. 

 

Position requires at least one semester of graduate-level coursework or some work experience in each of the following skills: 

 

  • Work with databases including MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, and Redis, including schema design and querying to store and retrieve application data. 

  • Diagnose and improve application performance using monitoring tools such as Dynatrace, Splunk, CloudWatch, and browser developer tools to identify and resolve system issues. 

  • Use AWS cloud services such as Lambda, EC2, CloudWatch, S3, Step Functions, and CodePipeline for application development and deployment to support cloud-based application environments. 

 

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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! 

 

Benefits 

From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/ 

 

Salary transparency 

Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $168,991 and  $199,000 /year. 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. 

 

Equal Employment Opportunity  

At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law. 

 

Belonging 

We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging 

 

In-Person Onboarding and Identity Verification 

This role may require in-person onboarding and/or in-person ID verification. 

 

Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?  

Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site). 

 

Job code SEE060 

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At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.

Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk? Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site). If you have any questions or require support, contact Autodesk Careers.

Skills Required

  • Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 3 years of related experience
  • 3+ years designing and developing front-end applications using React.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS
  • 3+ years developing and maintaining backend services and REST APIs using Node.js, Express.js, and Java
  • 3+ years implementing unit, integration, and end-to-end testing with Jest, React Testing Library, Cypress, and Mocha
  • 3+ years developing and optimizing applications using Redux, React Query, RxJS and modern front-end performance techniques
  • 3+ years using CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments with Jenkins, GitHub, and Docker
  • 3+ years developing modular micro-frontend architectures and integrating services using GraphQL, REST APIs, and Webpack Module Federation
  • 3+ years participating in Agile/Scrum environments using tools such as Jira, Git, and code review workflows
  • Graduate-level coursework or work experience with databases including MySQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, and Redis
  • Graduate-level coursework or work experience diagnosing and improving application performance using Dynatrace, Splunk, CloudWatch, and browser developer tools
  • Graduate-level coursework or work experience using AWS services such as Lambda, EC2, CloudWatch, S3, Step Functions, and CodePipeline

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.

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

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The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
13,285 Employees
Year Founded: 1982

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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