Autodesk
Distinguished Architect, Building Design Products Portfolio
Autodesk, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Distinguished Architect, Building Design Products Portfolio
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Distinguished Architect, Building Design Products Portfolio
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Autodesk
Location Remote United States or Hybrid – this role supports Autodesk’s hybrid‑first approach.
Position Overview Autodesk is transforming how the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry works by helping our customers focus on sustainability, adopt outcome‑based design, create digital twins, and more. We’re re‑imagining our applications with cloud‑native capabilities including data at scale, edge computing, AI‑based solutions, and cutting‑edge 3D modeling and graphics.
In flagship products such as Revit, we provide industry‑leading building information modeling, structural analysis, structural detailing, MEP fabrication, and sustainability analysis.
Responsibilities
Synthesize and communicate a compelling technical vision encompassing desktop computing evolution, data strategy, scalable and distributed computation, and the application of AI technologies while devising pragmatic, incremental plans towards this vision.
Apply your architectural and system knowledge to influence strategy, planning, and execution.
Take direct accountability for making technology decisions, driving decision‑making among software architects and stakeholders.
Drive efforts to build secure systems that respect privacy while meeting reliability, performance, and operational goals.
Lead reuse of platform capabilities and drive contributions to the Autodesk platform.
Define and evolve components, relationships, and governing principles that define the architecture of our systems.
Maintain and apply expert‑level, up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant architectural patterns and technologies.
Keep strategic priorities top of mind and align architectural work to support those goals.
Collaborate with other software architects, product managers, and UX leaders to develop strategic solutions for complex problems and system interactions.
Communicate effectively and proactively on technical topics to varied audiences, including executive leadership and customers.
Lead or participate in company‑wide technical working groups.
Lead, inspire, coach, and manage a team of Software Architects across a global organization.
Foster a culture of knowledge sharing among the software architect and technical leaders.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent experience.
A minimum of 10 years of experience as a software architect, with at least 5 years in cloud software.
A track record of delivering desktop and cloud software, spanning products and industries.
An ability and desire to get things done without the need for external deadlines or daily oversight.
Proven ability to organize and delegate the design and execution of systems larger than a single person.
Sought out by other teams, leaders, and customers for expertise.
Recognized for innovative work, such as via patents and publications.
Demonstrated ability to transform software architecture practices for a group of architects and engineers.
Preferred Qualifications
An advanced degree in computer science.
Experience transforming enterprise‑level desktop applications to cloud.
Experience leading or managing an architecture team.
Experience in AI/ML.
An industry expert in and contributor to software architecture practice.
Experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry.
Salary transparency Salary is part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.‑based roles, the starting base salary is expected between \$189,000 and \$305,800. Offers are based on experience and location and may exceed this range. Additional compensation may include annual cash bonuses, commissions (for sales roles), stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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 & Belonging We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
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Distinguished Architect, Building Design Products Portfolio
role at
Autodesk
Location Remote United States or Hybrid – this role supports Autodesk’s hybrid‑first approach.
Position Overview Autodesk is transforming how the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry works by helping our customers focus on sustainability, adopt outcome‑based design, create digital twins, and more. We’re re‑imagining our applications with cloud‑native capabilities including data at scale, edge computing, AI‑based solutions, and cutting‑edge 3D modeling and graphics.
In flagship products such as Revit, we provide industry‑leading building information modeling, structural analysis, structural detailing, MEP fabrication, and sustainability analysis.
Responsibilities
Synthesize and communicate a compelling technical vision encompassing desktop computing evolution, data strategy, scalable and distributed computation, and the application of AI technologies while devising pragmatic, incremental plans towards this vision.
Apply your architectural and system knowledge to influence strategy, planning, and execution.
Take direct accountability for making technology decisions, driving decision‑making among software architects and stakeholders.
Drive efforts to build secure systems that respect privacy while meeting reliability, performance, and operational goals.
Lead reuse of platform capabilities and drive contributions to the Autodesk platform.
Define and evolve components, relationships, and governing principles that define the architecture of our systems.
Maintain and apply expert‑level, up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant architectural patterns and technologies.
Keep strategic priorities top of mind and align architectural work to support those goals.
Collaborate with other software architects, product managers, and UX leaders to develop strategic solutions for complex problems and system interactions.
Communicate effectively and proactively on technical topics to varied audiences, including executive leadership and customers.
Lead or participate in company‑wide technical working groups.
Lead, inspire, coach, and manage a team of Software Architects across a global organization.
Foster a culture of knowledge sharing among the software architect and technical leaders.
Minimum Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in computer science, or equivalent experience.
A minimum of 10 years of experience as a software architect, with at least 5 years in cloud software.
A track record of delivering desktop and cloud software, spanning products and industries.
An ability and desire to get things done without the need for external deadlines or daily oversight.
Proven ability to organize and delegate the design and execution of systems larger than a single person.
Sought out by other teams, leaders, and customers for expertise.
Recognized for innovative work, such as via patents and publications.
Demonstrated ability to transform software architecture practices for a group of architects and engineers.
Preferred Qualifications
An advanced degree in computer science.
Experience transforming enterprise‑level desktop applications to cloud.
Experience leading or managing an architecture team.
Experience in AI/ML.
An industry expert in and contributor to software architecture practice.
Experience in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry.
Salary transparency Salary is part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.‑based roles, the starting base salary is expected between \$189,000 and \$305,800. Offers are based on experience and location and may exceed this range. Additional compensation may include annual cash bonuses, commissions (for sales roles), stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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 & Belonging We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
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