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Software Architect

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Autodesk

Software Architect

5 days agoVancouver, Canada

Viewed on April 1, 2025

Job Requisition ID #

25WD86850

Position Overview:

Autodesk AEC Construction's Docs team is seeking an experienced and driven Software Architect. In this strategic role, you will design and build architecture solutions, recommend improvements, and lead the transformation of how traditional industry interacts with data.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the software architecture and system design of highly scalable, resilient, and performant solutions and platform capabilities
  • Identify and analyze requirements to meet product and engineering needs
  • Partner closely with PM, engineering teams, and other product teams to define and communicate the strategic technical roadmap
  • Design, document, and support the implementation of complex system architectures and solutions
  • Provide technical leadership by creating and reviewing high-quality architecture designs, offering technical solutions, and leading technical discussions
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs and product requirements into well-documented engineering solutions
  • Serve as a role model for applying software development best practices
  • Understand the business domain, including challenges, customer pain points, needs, and the competitive landscape
  • Mentor tech leads and senior developers, providing guidance and creating positive collaboration

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Minimum Qualifications:

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in designing and developing high-performance, resilient systems
  • Experience developing solutions for high traffic, high concurrency, and complex business use cases
  • Proficiency in backend software development technologies and frameworks, including NodeJS and Java. Familiarity with AWS
  • Thorough understanding of distributed systems concepts and scalability, reliability, and security challenges
  • Experience with cloud services, database architecture, big data tools, and frameworks
  • Strong understanding of data management and data processing principles
  • Systematic approach to solving complex problems
  • Excellent verbal, written communication, and presentation abilities
  • Ability to collaborate with global teams

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry
  • BS in Computer Science or a related field, an advanced degree in Computer Science is an asset
  • Experience building SaaS platforms on cloud providers such as AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Contributions to open-source projects and/or research in large-scale data and distributed systems
  • Deep knowledge of cloud service operations
  • Experience building Data/ML pipelines

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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 $153,600 and $211,200. 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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Client-provided location(s): Vancouver, BC, Canada
Job ID: autodesk-25WD86850
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