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This role combines deep engineering expertise with modern AI capabilities, including the design and development of intelligent agents and automation systems. You will play a key role in architecting robust platforms, guiding engineering decisions, and building next-generation AI-driven solutions.\nResponsibilities\nDesign and architect scalable, reliable, and high-performance software systems and platforms\n\nLead end-to-end development of complex applications, from concept to deployment\n\nDefine system architecture, design patterns, and best practices across teams\n\nWrite clean, maintainable, and efficient code across multiple layers (backend, APIs, distributed systems)\n\nEvaluate and integrate modern technologies, including AI/ML frameworks and agent-based systems\n\nDesign and develop AI agents for automation, decision-making, and workflow orchestration\n\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams (product, data, DevOps) to deliver impactful solutions\n\nMentor and guide junior and mid-level engineers\n\nConduct code reviews and ensure high engineering standards\n\nDrive performance optimisation, scalability, and security improvements\n\nMinimum Qualifications\n10+ years of professional software development experience\n\nStrong expertise in system design, distributed systems, and scalable architectures\n\nProficiency in one or more languages such as Python, Java, Go, or C++\n\nExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)\n\nSolid understanding of APIs, microservices, and event-driven architecture\n\nHands-on experience with databases (SQL and NoSQL)\n\nStrong problem-solving and debugging skills\n\nExperience or strong interest in building AI-powered systems\n\nStrong ownership and accountability\n\nAbility to think in systems and long-term architecture\n\nCuriosity and adaptability toward emerging technologies (especially AI)\n\nClear communicator who can bridge technical and business discussions\n\nFamiliarity with LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI agent frameworks (e.g., LangChain, AutoGen, CrewAI, etc.)\n\nAbility to design autonomous or semi-autonomous agents that interact with tools, APIs, and workflows\n\nUnderstanding of vector databases, embeddings, and retrieval systems (RAG)\n\nExperience integrating AI into production systems\n\nPreferred Qualifications\nExperience in platform engineering or building developer tools\n\nKnowledge of MLOps, model deployment, and monitoring\n\nExposure to Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines\n\nPrior experience in technical leadership or architect roles\n\nExperience building multi-agent systems\n\nContributions to open-source projects\n\nExperience with real-time systems or high-throughput platforms\n\n#LI-SJ1\nLearn More\nAbout Autodesk\nWelcome 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.\nWe 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.\nWhen 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!\nSalary transparency\nSalary 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, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Belonging\nWe take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. 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