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Job Requisition ID #
24WD77352
Position Overview
Looking for an opportunity to use your skills and abilities to influence the strategic direction of a major software company?
The Research Engineering team of Autodesk Research is hiring a Principal Software Developer. As a member of the Research Engineering team, you'll prototype software solutions for strategic research projects, demonstrating innovations for Autodesk products.
We are looking for a software developer capable of working on software projects ranging from desktop applications written in C++ to proof of concept systems written in Python to full stack cloud solutions running on AWS. We are also looking for someone who can understand Research Engineering cloud computing needs and constructively advocate on our behalf with other teams within Autodesk.
As a developer in Research Engineering, you'll play a key role shepherding "what-if" ideas into tangible proof of concept demonstrations and prototypes. When you identify common technology needs within Autodesk Research, you’ll help plan and implement solutions to meet them. Autodesk Research is a hotbed of rapidly evolving projects, experimenting with cutting edge technologies, and delivers solutions with real-world benefits for our customers and society. Research Engineering is a supportive, international team of experienced developers, UX designers and QA specialists.
This position is based anywhere in Canada, with a preference for Toronto or Montreal.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with scientists and software engineers in Autodesk
- Research to develop prototype applications and cloud solutions demonstrating innovation
- Work closely with our enterprise solutions team to ensure cloud deployments are aligned with corporate security and trust best practices
- Maintain a productive relationship with our platform development team and ensure our prototype cloud solutions leverage Autodesk's platform
- Capture and document successful platform integrations and highlight opportunities to improve the platform based on research prototypes
Minimum Qualifications
- Strong software development skills, and a solid foundation in computer science/software engineering
- 5+ years of experience experience developing commercial software
- 5+ solutions
- University degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related
Preferred Qualifications
- C++ experience in a professional context
- Demonstrated ability to quickly learn new technologies and apply them to a problem with a high level of quality
- Enjoys building full stack cloud solutions
- Experience working in a research & development context, working on novel solutions
- Experience using AWS solutions for cloud solution development and deployment
- Experience working with a variety of technologies on a diverse set of projects
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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 – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future 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-BC based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $112,800 and $155,100. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on 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 and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
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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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