Principal Software Developer

Experience: Not Available to Not Available years

Location: Ontario, Canada

Skills: Java, Spring, Typescript, cloud architecture, serverless computing, microservices, infrastructure as code, GitOps, AWS, React, NestJS, Next.js, AWS ECS, AWS Lambda, AWS API Gateway, AWS DynamoDB, AWS RDS, AWS SQS, AWS SNS, Event Driven Architecture, security principles, authentication, authorization, Docker, relational databases, NoSQL databases, data modeling, ORM frameworks, caching strategies, distributed systems, RESTful APIs, CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, AI powered development tools, Claude code, Cursor, VSCode Copilot, spec driven development, agentic coding tools

Position Overview
Autodesk is seeking a Principal Software Developer to join the Architecture, Engineering and Construction (AEC) Data Platform team. AEC Data provides Products, APIs and services that help customers access, use, and share data across their ecosystem. You will help build cloud-based collaboration capabilities across Autodesk design tools.

Responsibilities
Day to day Hands-on coding to deliver scalable backend services and infrastructure
Provide technical leadership and guidance for software architecture and design decisions
Mentor and support developers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
Develop and maintain reliable, secure, high performance cloud services
Maintain high code quality through automated deployments, unit and integration testing, and continuous improvement practices
Document and present technical solutions clearly and thoroughly
Support the engineering manager in achieving on-time delivery of team commitments




Participate in on-call rotations for production systems

Minimum Qualifications
10+ years of Software Development experience building enterprise level cloud services
BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience
Experience building cloud services on Java using Spring OR Typescript
Solid understanding of cloud architecture, serverless computing, microservices, infrastructure as code, GitOps, and AWS best practices
Experience with front end frameworks and libraries such as React, NestJS, and Next.js
Hands-on experience with AWS services including ECS, Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, RDS, SQS, and SNS. Event Driven Architecture a plus
Understanding of security principles, authentication, and authorization mechanisms
Familiarity with containerization using Docker
Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including data modeling, ORM frameworks, and caching strategies
Experience designing and working with distributed systems and RESTful APIs, including integration with internal and external team APIs
Experience monitoring backend performance, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing optimizations for scalability, response times, and resource usage
Experience working with CI/CD pipelines such as Jenkins or GitHub Actions

Preferred qualifications




Significant hands on experience with AI powered development tools such as Claude code, Cursor, Vscode copilot.
Familiarity with spec driven development and agentic coding tools

Learn More 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.

Belonging
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