Autodesk
Senior Distinguished Architect
Autodesk, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Technical Leader to focus on building software that helps developers to be as productive as possible and with a platform mindset. Do you care deeply about alignment and clearing paths to get things done, doing so with an extensive background in software architecture? The Autodesk Platform Developer Enablement team is looking for a passionate, strategic and impact-oriented technologist to lead our team of distinguished and senior architects.You will report to the Vice President of Developer Enablement, supporting technology and decisions for existing and future products and services supporting our next-generation platform. You will set standards, access technology stacks as well as prioritize areas of improvement and identify possible business and open-source partnerships. You will be at the forefront and in the middle of realizing Autodesk’s platform vision, transforming multiple industries. You will also play a strategic role in influencing the company's technical direction and driving innovation.We are a remote/hybrid first workplace. You’ll work with teammates across the globe and will travel up to 10-15% of the time for face-to-face meetings like conferences, team offsites, and customers. If you prefer office life, we have offices in numerous cities including San Francisco, Portland, Denver, Boston, and Atlanta with west coast locations preferred.Responsibilities
Represent Platform Developer Enablement in the Architecture CouncilDrive standards for both our organization and Autodesk in support of platform resilience and trust goalsCreate and drive short and long-term technology roadmaps aligned with our product roadmaps and strategies; these roadmaps will make assertions about technology directions, customer value and improved developer velocityPartnerships with other groups within AutodeskPartner with Product Management, Engineering, and Experience Design within and outside the Developer Enablement team to lead decisions on future platform and technology choices (build vs buy); as well as provide strategic and tactical direction to product management, experience design and engineering/development teamsMaintain expert-level knowledge of architectural patterns, technologies, and trendsEmbody and promote the Autodesk corporate culture codeMentor architects and potential architects on career paths developing leaders while leading them towards successMinimum Qualifications
10+ years of experience leading architecture and /or engineering with both desktop and cloud at a SaaS/product/technology companyBS or MS in engineering or computer science or equivalent experienceProven experience as a Technical Leader or similar leadership roleAbility to influence and shape the company's technical directionExperience in an enterprise architecture leadership role at a SaaS/product/technology company, with a focus on platformExperience in Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and modern software development lifecyclesStrong understanding of business processes and driving digital transformationDemonstrated ability to inspire both business and technical alignment across different environmentsAbout AutodeskWelcome 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!From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting
https://benefits.autodesk.com/Salary transparencySalary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $207,400 and $335,500. 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.At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.Diversity & BelongingWe 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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Represent Platform Developer Enablement in the Architecture CouncilDrive standards for both our organization and Autodesk in support of platform resilience and trust goalsCreate and drive short and long-term technology roadmaps aligned with our product roadmaps and strategies; these roadmaps will make assertions about technology directions, customer value and improved developer velocityPartnerships with other groups within AutodeskPartner with Product Management, Engineering, and Experience Design within and outside the Developer Enablement team to lead decisions on future platform and technology choices (build vs buy); as well as provide strategic and tactical direction to product management, experience design and engineering/development teamsMaintain expert-level knowledge of architectural patterns, technologies, and trendsEmbody and promote the Autodesk corporate culture codeMentor architects and potential architects on career paths developing leaders while leading them towards successMinimum Qualifications
10+ years of experience leading architecture and /or engineering with both desktop and cloud at a SaaS/product/technology companyBS or MS in engineering or computer science or equivalent experienceProven experience as a Technical Leader or similar leadership roleAbility to influence and shape the company's technical directionExperience in an enterprise architecture leadership role at a SaaS/product/technology company, with a focus on platformExperience in Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and modern software development lifecyclesStrong understanding of business processes and driving digital transformationDemonstrated ability to inspire both business and technical alignment across different environmentsAbout AutodeskWelcome 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!From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting
https://benefits.autodesk.com/Salary transparencySalary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $207,400 and $335,500. 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.At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.Diversity & BelongingWe 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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