Principal Software Engineer, Autodesk

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• 8+ years of experience in software development with a focus on building cloud-based, scalable, and secure solutions
• 7+ years TypeScript, with experience in designing and implementing scalable software, ideally using the NestJS framework
• 5-7 years experience in designing and developing REST APIs
• Proven knowledge of database systems such as Aurora PostgreSQL and DynamoDB
• Solid understanding of secure coding practices and threat modeling techniques
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS and cloud infrastructure
• Experience in defining and driving architecture and security improvements at both project and team levels
• Experience in integrating various services and systems, ensuring seamless operation and data flow
• Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tools such as Spinnaker, Dynatrace, Jenkins, and Terraform

Desirable

• As a Principal Software Engineer, you will be a technical leader driving the development of a new sustainability-focused product
• You will leverage your deep expertise to consult on architecture, scalability, security, and development processes while collaborating with a diverse team to deliver high-quality software solutions
• You will play a key role in shaping the direction of the project and ensuring our systems are highly available, secure, and scalable
• You will be a part of an innovative team dedicated to making a difference in the world who will work on a greenfield project where your contributions will have a significant impact on the world we live in
• You will also enjoy a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values continuous learning and development
• This role reports to a Senior Manager
• Architect, design, and implement complex, cross-functional integrations that meet business needs while adhering to scalability, availability, and security best practices
• Serve as a security champion, ensuring all development activities meet Autodesk’s security standards and proactively addressing vulnerabilities
• Propose and participate in architectural discussions and changes at the team level to improve system performance and resilience
• Create and maintain Unit Tests and automated test plans, including regression tests, to ensure software reliability and minimize manual effort
• Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders to align technical solutions with business objectives and contribute to strategic planning
• Translate business needs and technical requirements into well-designed and implemented software components
• Engage in continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) practices to streamline development
• Establish and enforce best practices and coding standards across the team to ensure high-quality and maintainable software solutions