Principal Software Developer (Frontend Web)
Position Overview :
Virtual and augmented reality are transforming design and creation through new immersive and collaborative experiences that will impact how major segments like entertainment, architecture, engineering, construction, and manufacturing converge. The industry is being transformed by innovations in Extended Reality (XR) which are creating new ways of leveraging spatial computing to review, collaborate and create in immersive environments.
As a Principal Software Developer (Frontend Web), you will be part of the team responsible for building and delivering XR experiences within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry (AEC). In this role, you will collaborate closely with UX Designers to build XR products that enhance our customer’s spatial understanding through our industry leading Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
Responsibilities
- Design, develop and maintain frontend applications (JavaScript, React, TypeScript) alongside backend services (Golang, AWS)
- Build and optimize beautifully rendered, web‑based components that push performance limits across XR headsets
- Lead large, complex projects across teams, defining scope, planning execution, and delivering milestones on time
- Collaborate with architects, UX designers, product managers, and stakeholders to translate business requirements into product features
- Shape system design and architecture across cloud and web environments, improving scalability, performance and feel across immersive and 2D environments
- Lead technical discussions, align outcomes with business goals, and document solutions for clarity and adoption
- Stay ahead of emerging trends to anticipate and address future development needs
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related technical field, or equivalent practical experience8+ years of hands‑on experience in software design and development with emphasis on frontend developmentDeep, hands‑on experience developing complex, performance‑sensitive web applications in JavaScript (ES6+) with working knowledge of React and TypeScriptStrong grasp of browser performance profiling, rendering bottlenecks, and limitations of the DOM and JavaScript enginesExperience building applications that push browser limits under CPU constraintsExperience with real‑time communication technologies like WebSockets, Microsoft Fluid Club, and supporting data formats (JSON, Protobuf)Demonstrated excellence in cross‑functional collaboration, with experience working across multiple engineering teams and stakeholdersStrong understanding of algorithms, data structures, concurrency, distributed systems, and browser event loops and rendering pipelinesExperience with Electron or TauriComfortable with AWS, specifically services like S3Git, GitHub knowledgeExperience in an agile development environmentAbility to work in a start‑up fashion even within a big company (things will move fast)Good problem‑solving and communication skillsCI / CD system knowledge (Jenkins, Travis, etc.)Preferred Qualifications
MS Degree in Computer Science or similar technical fieldExperience with 3D and immersive web technologies like ThreeJS or WebXRProven experience with AWS cloud services and designing resilient, scalable cloud‑native architecture. Full stack experience (backend + frontend) is a bonusExperience with databases (SQL and NoSQL)Experience with containerization (Docker)Basic game engine experience (Unreal Engine preferred)Basic experience with AR, VR and MRProficiency with CI / CD tools and practices (e.g., Jenkins, Spinnaker) and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform)Experience with observability tools for monitoring, logging, and tracing in distributed systems (e.g., Dynatrace, Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk)Experience mentoring senior developers and driving technical strategy at a team or organizational levelThe Ideal Candidate
Result‑oriented : You finish the job, and you do it fast.Continuous learner : You actively explore emerging technologies, measure their impact, and share insights widely.Build trust : You communicate with clarity and transparency, surface risks and trade‑offs early, and follow through with high‑quality deliverables.Team player : You build a collaborative environment by fostering inclusive dialogue, actively seeking diverse perspectives, and celebrating collective achievements.Salary Transparency
Salary 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.
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