About the role
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Position Overview
Autodesk’s Viewer Platform powers high-performance 2D and 3D visualization experiences across our product portfolio. As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design and deliver scalable viewer capabilities that enable our users to interact with complex models in real time. You will work across rendering workflows, APIs, and platform services to build robust and extensible solutions.
You will own complex features and clearly defined subsystems end-to-end, from problem clarification and technical design through implementation, deployment, and production support. You will contribute to architectural decisions and ensure performance, reliability, and maintainability across the platform. This role combines deep hands-on engineering with cross-functional collaboration and growing technical leadership within a modern, cloud-enabled ecosystem.
Responsibilities
Design and implement complex viewer features and subsystems, including rendering workflows, APIs, and platform services
Own features and clearly defined subsystems end-to-end: clarify requirements, define technical design, implement, test, deploy, and support in production
Drive performance improvements for large-scale 2D/3D model rendering, memory efficiency, and client responsiveness
Design solutions with clear system boundaries and scalability considerations across components and services
Evaluate and make informed trade-offs across components and services, balancing performance, complexity, and long-term maintainability
Contribute to architectural decisions that shape extensibility, scalability, and cross-product integrations
Partner closely with Product, UX, QA, and platform teams to translate customer workflows into robust technical solutions
Lead root-cause analysis for production issues and implement durable fixes and preventative improvements
Elevate code quality through rigorous code reviews, automated testing strategies, and CI/CD improvements
Mentor developing engineers and contribute to a culture of engineering excellence and accountability
Actively participate in Agile delivery, providing accurate estimates and proactively managing technical risks
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
5+ years of professional software development experience delivering production-grade systems
Strong proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and modern web technologies (e.g., React or similar frameworks)
Experience building scalable, high-performance applications with attention to reliability and maintainability
Solid understanding of distributed systems, APIs, and service-oriented architectures
Hands-on experience with automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and Git-based workflows
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently on complex tasks
Effective written and verbal communication skills in English
Experience working in Agile development environments
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Node.js and cloud-native architectures (e.g., AWS, Docker)
Knowledge of performance profiling, memory optimization, and observability tooling
Experience contributing to platform-level or cross-team technical initiatives
Familiarity with 2D/3D visualization systems or graphics technologies (WebGL/WebGPU)
The Ideal Candidate
You are a strong hands-on engineer who takes ownership of systems end-to-end and is comfortable operating across components and services. You understand how to design scalable solutions, make sound trade-offs, and contribute to architectural decisions.
You are collaborative, proactive, and committed to engineering excellence. You mentor others, communicate clearly across disciplines, and are motivated by building robust platform capabilities that support real-world customer workflows.
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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 – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made 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, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Diversity & Belonging
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Aplyr's read
Autodesk empowers professionals in design and engineering with cutting-edge software solutions, attracting talent across tech, architecture, and media industries.
What's promising
- •Autodesk offers a diverse range of roles, from software engineering to user experience design.
- •The company is a leader in 3D design software, widely used in architecture and engineering.
- •Strong focus on innovation, particularly in AI and machine learning applications.
What to watch
- •Autodesk faces intense competition from other design software companies like Adobe and Dassault Systèmes.
- •The transition to subscription-based models can be challenging for some users.
- •Limited public information about work-life balance and company culture.
Why Autodesk
- •Autodesk's software is integral to industries like architecture, engineering, and media.
- •The company invests heavily in AI, enhancing its design and engineering software capabilities.
- •Autodesk's solutions are pivotal in sustainable design and construction practices.
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About Autodesk
Autodesk is a leader in 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software, providing solutions for architecture, engineering, construction, manufacturing, and media industries.
