Autodesk
Technology
PrincipalEngineer
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“Principal Engineer at Autodesk. Skills: Backend development, Cloud data management, Microservices, System architecture. Mentor a Scrum team. Guide development of microservices”
What You'll Achieve.
Deliver seamless features; Deliver high-quality features; Deliver impactful solutions; Delight clients; Drive customer satisfaction
Industry & Context.
Solve complex challenges; Tackle technical puzzles; Troubleshoot issues; Troubleshooting; Remote debugging
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, 10+ years of hands-on experience, Proven leadership in critical projects, Advanced Java programming skills, Expertise in large-scale microservices, Mastery of RESTful web services, Experience with unit and automation testing, Deep knowledge of software design patterns, Troubleshooting and remote debugging skills, Familiarity with build and CI/CD tools, Familiarity with version control (Git), Excellent communication and adaptability
Nice to Have
Experience with AWS stack, Familiarity with Python, Groovy, JavaScript, Agile development experience, Knowledge of search technologies, Experience with Jira and Wiki
What You'll Do.
Guide development of microservices
Tackle technical puzzles
Drive scalable solutions
Design backend systems
Implement backend systems
Research new technologies
Prototype new technologies
Introduce new patterns
Collaborate with product owners
Collaborate with scrum masters
Collaborate with cross-functional teams
Maintain microservices
Resolve technical issues
Architect scalable code
Implement scalable code
Ensure performance of backend systems
Ensure resiliency of backend systems
Ensure scalability of backend systems
Develop test automation
Maintain test automation
Deliver impactful solutions
Integrate features across teams
Integrate features across Platform technologies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Scrum team; Cross-functional teams; Diverse teams
Communication Scope
Excellent communication
Process & Methodology
Agile development
Full Job Description
**Job Requisition ID #** 26WD94925 **Position Overview** Are you a visionary backend developer ready to lead innovation in cloud-based data management? Join our Fusion Data team as a Principal Engineer and help architect the next generation of Autodesk Fusion—a cutting-edge CAD ecosystem trusted by millions worldwide. **Roles & Responsibilities ** * **Lead with Impact:** Mentor a talented Scrum team, guiding the development of foundational microservices that power Fusion’s data platform * **Solve Complex Challenges:** Tackle technical puzzles, troubleshoot issues, and drive solutions that scale across global products like AutoCAD, Inventor, Fusion and Revit * **Architect for Excellence:** Design and implement robust, efficient backend systems using best practices and modern development guidelines * **Innovate Continuously:** Research, prototype, and introduce new technologies and patterns to keep our platform ahead of the curve * **Collaborate Across Teams:** Work closely with product owners, scrum masters, and cross-functional teams to deliver seamless, high-quality features **What You’ll Do** * Lead and mentor a Scrum team maintaining multiple microservices * Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues * Architect, design, and implement clean, scalable code * Ensure performance, resiliency, and scalability of backend systems * Develop and maintain robust test automation * Collaborate to analyze requirements and deliver impactful solutions * Research and implement new ideas and technologies * Deliver results that delight both internal and external clients and drive customer satisfaction * Integrate features across diverse teams and Platform technologies **Minimum Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience * 10+ years of hands-on experience with large scale commercial cloud services and applications * Proven leadership in critical projects and fast-paced environments * Advanced Java programming skill
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