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Principal Software Engineer

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Autodesk

Principal Software Engineer

2 weeks agoBangalore, India

Viewed on April 7, 2025

Job Requisition ID #

25WD86791

Position Overview

Autodesk is seeking a motivated, experienced, and skilled engineer to join our Connected Delivery platform team. This platform is responsible for enabling discovery, download, and installation of all Autodesk products, services, and third-party apps. You'll be responsible for building a full stack application that is resilient, scalable, and highly available.

As an ideal candidate, you'll have led teams developing modern web experiences with cloud services in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead, design, and develop high-quality, secure, performant applications
  • Provide project and team leadership to break down tasks, estimate effort, and organize work
  • Participate in agile ceremonies within the scrum team
  • Work closely with the product manager and team to understand and elaborate on requirements
  • Provide guidance to your own team and others on software development best practices
  • Work with the team to troubleshoot code-level problems quickly and efficiently
  • Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies associated with the design
  • Participate in code reviews to ensure new code conforms to the highest standards
  • Interact with internal and external customers to identify and resolve product defects
  • Mentor and develop junior developers
  • Respond on a rotational basis to escalated incidents after hours or on weekends to ensure 24/7 availability of our platform

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Minimum Qualification

  • BS in computer science or related technical field (MS in Computer Science or a related degree is preferred)
  • Over 8 years of professional experience developing scalable, distributed applications
  • Part of a large distributed team with significant responsibility
  • Strong experience leading team of 3+ software engineers on projects
  • Strong experience in object-oriented programming with languages like C#, TypeScript, JavaScript
  • Broad experience with frameworks like NextJS and NestJS
  • Experience designing and building RESTful APIs using Microservices architecture
  • Strong experience with building cloud-based API platforms or backend systems
  • Strong knowledge of AWS, databases, and cloud architectures
  • Strong experience and understanding of working on Agile processes like SCRUM
  • Strong leadership, communication skills, and ability to influence without authority
  • Ability to write good design & architecture documents
  • Ability to cultivate consensus and alignment within and across teams
  • Strong problem-solving skills

Job Level Description

  • Analytical advisor role that requires an understanding of the theories and concepts of a discipline and the ability to apply best practices
  • A common career stabilization point (AKA the full-contributor level) for Professional roles
  • Requires knowledge and experience such that the incumbent can understand the full range of relevant principles, practices, and practical applications within their discipline
  • Solves complex problems of diverse scope by taking a new perspective on existing solutions and applying knowledge of best practices in practical situations
  • Uses data analysis, judgment, and interpretation to select the right course of action
  • Applies creativity in recommending variations in approach
  • Connects the dots of assignments to the bigger picture
  • May lead projects or key elements within a broader project
  • May also have accountability for leading and improving ongoing processes
  • Builds effective relationships with more senior practitioners and peers, and builds a network of external peers
  • Works independently, with close guidance given at critical points
  • May begin to act as a mentor or resource for colleagues with less experience

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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. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on discretionary annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock or long-term incentive cash 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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Client-provided location(s): Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Job ID: autodesk-25WD86791
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • FSA
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Some Meals Provided
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
    • Paid Vacation
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Company Equity
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Promote From Within
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Mentor Program
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • BIPOC founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led