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Sr Manager Software Development

AT Autodesk
Autodesk

Sr Manager Software Development

Toronto, Canada

Job Requisition ID #

25WD87086

Position Overview

Are you excited by solving technical challenges that come with building a scalable, highly available, performant platform used by millions of users worldwide? Come join us at Autodesk! Autodesk's Growth Experience Technology (GET) organization is seeking a

hands-on, experienced senior engineering manager to lead a team of smart, and driven engineers who are responsible building Accounts experience.

This engineer will collaborate within a high-performing Scrum team where the code, infrastructure, and services you develop will have a direct, positive impact on millions of users of our products. This experience is key to our business and one of our top initiatives around transformation and customer experience.

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As an ideal candidate, you have led teams developing modern cloud services, especially in a fast-paced, agile environment. You know how to build and guide highly effective and high-performing teams while inspiring them to remain at the cutting edge. You excel at both mentoring junior software engineers and guiding more senior engineers. You also have experience building and maintaining a successful working relationship with Product Management and UX Design teams. Most of all, you can inspire a team to do great things.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, manage, and mentor a large team of software engineers
  • Strong problem-solving skills (data structures and algorithms)
  • Provide insight, feedback, and recommendations to senior management regarding the development, capabilities, and potential of current and future software projects
  • Identify efficiency opportunities through automation, engineering, etc.
  • Work closely with architects, product owners, experience team to drive towards a common vision
  • Active thought partner contributing to product and business strategy
  • Provide leadership to achieve a high software engineering standard, including quality, security, resiliency, etc
  • Be responsible for the overall planning, execution, and success of complex technical projects
  • Effective people leader; Attract, Hire, and continuously grow top engineering talent
  • Collaborate with a geographically dispersed team and stakeholders
  • Strong understanding of serverless software architecture, best practices, workflows, and troubleshooting
  • Build strong platform capabilities Using responsive UI integrating with APIs and A/B testing platform

Minimum Qualifications

  • BA/BS degree or equivalent practical experience (MS in Computer Science or a related degree is preferred)
  • 8+ years of relevant industry experience, with 5+ years of hands-on technical leadership and 3+ years of people management experience
  • Experience working with remote teams and other cross-functional stakeholders
  • Experience in an engineering or technical role delivering software solutions
  • Deep knowledge of cloud computing stacks at the SaaS, PaaS and IaaS layers
  • Advanced knowledge of public cloud service platforms including Amazon Web Services (AWS)
  • Strong hands-on experience with key technologies and tools, such as Python, Node.js, Go, React, and CI/CD technologies
  • Experience with Scrum and agile development processes and methodologies
  • Proactive, quick decision-maker with excellent communication and written skills
  • Proven ability to manage and resolve complex and ambiguous issues
  • You know how to execute and have demonstrated the ability to incrementally deliver on your team's vision

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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 - our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.

When you're an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!

Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate's experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on discretionary annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock or long-term incentive cash grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Diversity & Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

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Client-provided location(s): Toronto, ON, Canada
Job ID: autodesk-25WD87086
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • FSA
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Some Meals Provided
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Pet-friendly Office
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
    • Paid Vacation
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Company Equity
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Promote From Within
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Mentor Program
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led
    • Black founded/led
    • BIPOC founded/led
    • Latinx founded/led
    • Asian founded/led
    • LGBTQ+ founded/led
    • Veteran founded/led