Key skills
Large-scale distributed systemsReal-time data streamingHigh-performance simulationTechnical architectureReal-time collaboration infrastructure3D simulationMentoring senior developersTechnical storytellingCollaboration skillsAILeadershipMentoringPrototypingDecision MakingProblem SolvingCollaboration
About this role
Autodesk is a company known for creating innovative software that transforms how design decisions are made. They are seeking a Distinguished Engineer to set the technical direction for a new Live technology layer, enabling real-time collaboration and next-generation simulation across their products.
Responsibilities:
- Define the technical architecture of the Live technology layer, spanning real-time collaboration, streaming data, and realistic simulation
- Make foundational choices around scalability, reliability, and extensibility that set the direction for Autodesk’s next decade of platform growth
- Partner with product and design leads to translate vision into technical strategy, balancing long-term architecture with near-term delivery
- Mentor senior developers, setting a high technical bar and fostering a culture of excellence
- Lead by doing — contribute to prototyping, core infrastructure development, and system-level problem solving
- Represent the team’s technology vision to Autodesk’s executive leadership, key partner teams, and industry stakeholders
- Champion our principles: Live by Default, Reality-Connected, Human-AI Partnership, and Experience First
Requirements:
- 15+ years of engineering experience with a track record of leading at the Distinguished Developer/Chief Architect level or equivalent
- Deep expertise in large-scale distributed systems, real-time data streaming, or high-performance simulation systems
- Demonstrated ability to define and deliver technical architecture that supports multiple products or business units
- Strong ability to balance visionary architecture with pragmatic delivery
- Excellent collaboration skills with senior design, product, and executive leaders
- Based in the Pacific Time Zone (or able to work core hours)
- Experience with real-time collaboration infrastructure (voice, presence, conversation systems)
- Background in 3D simulation, XR, or physics-based engines
- Proven ability to influence executive-level decision making with clear technical storytelling
- Strong track record of mentoring and elevating senior developers