
Director, Software Development – Autodesk Graphics Platform
Autodesk
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Boston • United States
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Salary
💰 $193,800 - $313,500 per year
Job Level
Tech Stack
About the role
- Define and execute the engineering vision for graphics technology, aligning with company objectives and industry trends
- Define and execute on a modernization of existing stacks to new stacks and retire products and technologies no longer needed
- Drive architectural decisions for rendering pipelines, visualization frameworks, and GPU-based optimizations
- Be the trusted expert for internal partners on all things graphics
- Oversee development of high-performance graphics engines and visualization stacks for design workflows across the company
- Ensure scalability, security, and resilience in graphics architecture through rigorous reviews and prototyping
- Evaluate emerging technologies (e.g., AI-based graphics, cloud rendering) and integrate them into product roadmaps
- Establish and enforce engineering best practices
- Build a high-performing engineering team that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration
- Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to align engineering initiatives with product, business, and customer objectives, ensuring seamless delivery and feedback loops
- Provide Insights and direction for initiatives in advanced visualization techniques, including AR/VR, simulation, and immersive design
- Represent the organization in technical forums and industry events to showcase leadership in graphics technology
- Stay abreast of the latest trends and build and manage a network of industry experts
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Graphics Engineering, or related field
- 15+ years of experience in graphics technology, with at least 10 years in a leadership role
- Expertise in rendering technologies, GPU programming (DirectX, Vulkan, Metal), and real-time visualization
- Proven track record of delivering complex graphics systems at scale
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Benefits
- Annual cash bonuses
- Stock grants
- Comprehensive benefits package
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
graphics technologyrendering technologiesGPU programmingDirectXVulkanMetalreal-time visualizationhigh-performance graphics enginesvisualization frameworksadvanced visualization techniques
Soft Skills
communicationstakeholder managementleadershipcollaborationinnovationteam buildingcross-functional collaborationstrategic visionproblem-solvingmentorship