Senior Software Engineer

Job Requisition ID #

26WD99895

Position Overview

In this role, you will be part of a collaborative product engineering team responsible for developing key components that enable Autodesk products to integrate with Autodesk's Identity and Access Management (IAM) platform. You will build and enhance a core Identity Desktop Software Development Kit (SDK) used by more than 40 Autodesk products across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms.

You will collaborate with talented engineers across the globe to support the integration of the SDK into Autodesk's desktop product portfolio while contributing to scalable, secure, and high-quality identity solutions.

Responsibilities

Enhance and maintain the Identity Desktop Software Development Kit (SDK) across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms

Research, design, and implement the next generation of the Identity Desktop SDK to support future capabilities of Autodesk's Identity and Access Management (IAM) platform

Design and implement software solutions that meet functional and technical specifications

Document key architectural decisions, design details, and developer integration requirements in internal documentation and knowledge repositories

Take ownership of the overall quality, reliability, and maintainability of the SDK

Develop unit tests, integration tests, and resolve defects to ensure high-quality software delivery

Partner with internal engineering teams to support successful SDK integration across Autodesk products

Contribute to continuous improvements in software architecture, engineering practices, and development processes

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

10+ years of professional experience developing and delivering commercial cross-platform desktop software for Windows, macOS, and Linux

Strong expertise in object-oriented design and software development principles

Extensive experience developing high-quality desktop applications using C++

In-depth knowledge of modern C++ standards, including C++17 and C++11

Knowledge of Python, Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, and software testing frameworks

Strong understanding of desktop security concepts and secure software development practices

Experience working with native networking and cryptography libraries across Windows, macOS, and Linux platforms

Proficiency in Inter-Process Communication (IPC) and multithreaded application development

Experience working in Agile software development environments

Experience developing resilient, fault-tolerant software systems

Experience using the Boost C++ Libraries

Extensive understanding of software architecture and design patterns

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing products or services for large enterprise or global customers

Passion for continuous learning and professional growth

Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to influence and support internal stakeholders

Experience working with large cross-functional engineering and product management teams to enable successful product integrations

Knowledge of the Go programming language

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled software engineer with deep expertise in cross-platform desktop development, a passion for building secure and scalable identity solutions, and a collaborative approach to solving complex engineering challenges

Demonstrates deep technical expertise in modern C++ development and cross-platform software engineering

Applies strong analytical thinking and engineering best practices to solve complex technical challenges

Designs scalable, reliable, and maintainable software that meets both current and future business needs

Makes sound technical decisions by evaluating trade-offs, risks, and long-term maintainability

Connects individual engineering efforts to broader product and platform objectives

Takes ownership of software quality through robust testing, code reviews, and continuous improvement

Works independently while collaborating effectively with engineers, architects, and product managers across global teams

Builds strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders and supports successful product integration efforts

Contributes to improving engineering processes, development standards, and technical documentation

Mentors and shares knowledge with team members while fostering a collaborative engineering culture

Demonstrates curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous learning and technical excellence

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