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Position Overview
Autodesk is on a journey to transform its business through the realisation of our platform strategy and is seeking a Principal Software Architect to help us in that journey. Our ability to deliver a trustworthy solution becomes paramount as our customers move their data and workflows into the Autodesk Platform. Delivering solutions that our customers consider dependable and performant while addressing security, privacy, and cost concerns.
As Software Architect, you will report to the Senior Distinguished Architect. You will identify, assess, prioritise, and drive projects to achieve this outcome. You will play a key role in realising Autodesk's platform vision and transforming multiple industries. As we transition from a product company to a platform company, this is a high-impact role shaping our systems and practices.
This role can be hybrid or remote, aligned with our Dublin, Ireland offices.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate across Autodesk to understand architectural landscape, articulate opportunities, and motivate change with trust-building.
Drive technical standards and approaches.
Work with leadership to articulate current architecture and inform future investments with data-driven arguments.
Assess development and operational practices focusing on privacy, security, and resilience.
Promote adoption of Autodesk architecture and practice standards.
Coordinate with multiple teams and divisions through effective communication.
Provide architectural input on current challenges and future direction.
Lead resolution of complex problems, integrating cross-functional processes.
Contribute to working groups addressing architectural challenges.
Maintain expertise in architectural patterns, technologies, and trends.
Introduce innovative architectural thinking.
Support configuration management and deployment strategies.
Advocate industry best practices.
Influence leadership to adopt solutions and allocate resources.
Anticipate business challenges and develop proactive solutions.
Advise on Autodesk and AWS technologies including databases, compute frameworks, CI/CD, and regionalization strategies.
Share knowledge internally through conferences and mentoring; travel may be required.
Minimum Qualifications
15+ years in software engineering and architecture.
5+ years in a senior architecture role in a SaaS platform strategy.
Expertise in Java, Python, Golang, and other languages.
Experience with cloud architecture on AWS or other clouds, managing services like RDS, Aurora, ECS, Lambda.
Proven ability to improve CI/CD processes using tools like Jenkins and Harness.
Self-directed with strategic work completion skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Patents, publications, or conference presentations demonstrating innovation.
Experience leading a company’s transition to a platform-centric model.
Background in scalable, resilient cloud solutions.
Leadership experience with organizational impact.
Expertise in developing cutting-edge solutions.
Ability to collaborate and influence across teams.
Learn More
About Autodesk
Autodesk creates software used in buildings, cars, factories, and movies. We help innovators turn ideas into reality, transforming how things are made and what can be made.
We value our culture, guiding how we work, connect, and show up in the world. Join us to do meaningful work that helps build a better world.
Salary transparency
Salary is part of Autodesk’s compensation package, based on experience and location. Benefits include bonuses, stock grants, and more.
Diversity & Belonging
We cultivate a culture of belonging. Learn more: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
Internal applicants
If you are an Autodesk contractor or consultant, search for open jobs and apply internally.
Additional details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Engineering and IT
Industries: Software Development, Design Services, IT Consulting
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