Distinguished Software Architect (Head of Water Architecture)

Autodesk

Remote

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Work type
Remote
Location
Remote
Salary
$171,000–$306,130 / yr
Posted
23 days ago

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TL;DR · Distinguished Software Architect (Head of Water Architecture)

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As a Distinguished Software Architect at Autodesk Water, you will lead the technical vision and target architecture for evolving desktop and cloud products into a cohesive AI-enabled system. This senior individual contributor role involves setting architectural strategies that integrate simulation, asset intelligence, and operations, while collaborating with product teams to ensure seamless integration across platforms like Forma Data Management and CloudOS. You’ll define standards for software design, govern interoperability with other AEC tools, and mentor engineers. With expertise in cloud-native services, AI/ML, and hybrid computing, you will drive architectural decisions that support global deployment and compliance, fostering a culture of innovation within the Water Leadership Team.

Skills

AWS Kubernetes CI/CD Python PostgreSQL DevOps DevSecOps AI/ML CloudOS Terraform Prometheus Grafana Forma Forma Data Management Autodesk CloudOS

What you'll do

  • Set and communicate technical vision for Autodesk Water portfolio.
  • Drive architectural decisions across desktop and cloud applications.
  • Influence product strategy and execution with systems thinking.
  • Establish standards and practices for software design and architecture.
  • Lead architecture reviews to ensure non-functional qualities are met.
  • Collaborate with architects across AEC and Autodesk Platform divisions.

What we're looking for

  • 15+ years of experience as a software engineer/architect with hands-on development.
  • 5+ years in a senior architecture role within a SaaS business pursuing platform strategy.
  • Proven track record of delivering desktop and cloud software at scale across products and industries.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize, design, and execute large systems through influence without direct authority.
  • BS or MS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Recognized for innovative work with patents, publications, or conference presentations.

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