Senior Backend Developer (DevOps)

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Position Overview

Autodesk is a global leader in 3D Design, Engineering, and Entertainment software. The work we do at Autodesk touches nearly every person on the planet. By creating software tools for making buildings, machines, and even the latest movies, we influence and empower some of the most creative people in the world to solve problems that matter.

We work on a cutting-edge CAD/CAM/CAE product, Fusion 360. Fusion CI/CD/Test System is a critical and sophisticated engineering infrastructure and pipeline for Fusion 360 build, development, testing, and delivery. It is built and running on modern cloud computing technology.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Developer with solid DevOps knowledge to join our newly established service test automation team. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in designing and developing scalable backend systems, as well as expertise in modern DevOps practices and tools. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive quality and productivity improvements and foster a strong culture of engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other developers and stakeholders to define system architecture and requirements

• Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable and maintainable backend services

• Develop and maintain backend services, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and maintainable

• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to ensure smooth integration and delivery of software

• Monitor and optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability

• Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using tools like Terraform or Ansible

• Ensure high availability and reliability of services through automated monitoring and alerting

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in backend development and DevOps

• Ensure the quality of the backend codebase through code reviews, automated testing, and other quality control measures

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

• 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years of experience in backend system development

• Strong proficiency in modern backend frameworks, such as Java and Spring

• Experience with infrastructure as code tools like Terraform or Ansible

• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell for automation tasks

• Experience with monitoring and logging tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack)

• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Chef, Puppet, SaltStack)

• Understanding of network protocols, security best practices, and load balancing

• Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI, GitHub Actions)

• Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, etc., and how to deploy and manage applications on them

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in implementing test automation frameworks

• Experience with caching mechanisms like Redis, Varnish, Memcached, etc., to improve scalability and efficiency

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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 $98,600 and $144,650. 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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