Principal Software Developer

Autodesk · Enterprise · Toronto, ON +1

Autodesk is seeking a Principal Software Developer to join their Tandem team, focusing on building a modern SaaS application for digital twins that connects and analyzes building data. The role involves end-to-end feature development, architectural design, code quality, and mentoring within a product-centric environment.

What you'd actually do

  1. Write code that is testable, readable, and maintainable
  2. Own and collaborate with other developers on technical and architectural designs
  3. Own feature development from pre during and post launch
  4. Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain high code quality standards, and mentor team members on best practices
  5. Mentor and grow other developers on the team / organization with code reviews and knowledge share sessions

Skills

Required

  • Golang
  • JavaScript
  • React
  • React.js
  • cloud computing
  • AWS
  • production services
  • software design principles
  • software design patterns

Nice to have

  • Masters degree
  • ECS/Fargate
  • Lambda
  • CloudWatch
  • containerized workloads
  • web assembly

What the JD emphasized

  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in software development
  • Built and scaled applications serving 100K+ users
  • Led technical decision-making across code and system architecture
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Job Requisition ID #

26WD97243

Position Overview

Autodesk Tandem is transforming building operations through digital twins and data-driven intelligence. Our team builds technology that connects and analyzes building data to help operators make better decisions so they can improve resilience, increase efficiency, and reduce costs.

We’re looking for a highly motivated Principal Software Developer to join our dynamic team in building a modern SaaS application for digital twins. In our fast-paced, collaborative, product-centric environment, you’ll have the opportunity to develop solutions from the ground up, with a direct impact on the success of a high-growth, mission-driven product.

Responsibilities

  • Write code that is testable, readable, and maintainable

  • Own and collaborate with other developers on technical and architectural designs

  • Own feature development from pre during and post launch

  • Conduct thorough code reviews to maintain high code quality standards, and mentor team members on best practices

  • Mentor and grow other developers on the team / organization with code reviews and knowledge share sessions

  • Partner closely with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to deliver product enhancements to customers incrementally and continually

  • Foster a culture of strong ownership

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or similar field
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience in software development
  • Experience with Golang, JavaScript, and React
  • Experience building applications at scale using React.js
  • Built and scaled applications serving 100K+ users
  • Led technical decision-making across code and system architecture
  • Experience building applications on the cloud - AWS preferred
  • Experience building and operating production services
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, and to articulate complex technical concepts clearly
  • Proficiency in multiple programming languages and frameworks, along with a deep understanding of software design principles and patterns

Preferred Qualifications

  • Masters degree in computer science, engineering, or similar field
  • Experience building apps on AWS using services such as ECS/Fargate, Lambda, and CloudWatch
  • Experience building, deploying, and orchestrating containerized workloads
  • Experience with web assembly.

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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. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $131,000 and $191,400. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. 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 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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