Senior Software Developer (C++)

Autodesk; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 107,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk is seeking an experienced software engineer to advance AutoCAD on macOS. The role emphasizes deep Mac platform knowledge and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features on schedule.

The candidate should have strong C++ and Swift/Objective-C skills, Xcode experience, and familiarity with Cocoa. Bonus points for Metal, Web tech, and ObjectARX/LISP knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Computer Engineering with 5+ years working experience or equivalent MS with 3+ years working experience.
• Strong programming skills with C++, OOA and OOD skills.
• Strong programming skills with Swift/Objective-C on macOS/iOS platform, familiar with XCode and Cocoa frameworks.
• Comprehensive technical knowledge in software development methodologies, design and implementation.
• Good analytical and design skills at product level.
• Good communications and interpersonal skills.
• Motivated, self-starter, creative thinker, ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Web technology is a plus.
• Graphic background and Metal knowledge is a plus.
• Being familiar with ObjectARX/LISP is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work as an integral member of a high-performance team making important individual contributions.
• Estimate schedules for projects undertaken and complete them on time, adhering to pre-determined specification and quality standards.
• Design and build advanced functionalities on macOS platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional team to imagine, design and create new functionalities.
• Improving application performance.
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency.
• Unit-test code for robustness.

Skills

C++

OOA/OOD

Swift

Objective-C

macOS/iOS

Xcode

Cocoa frameworks

Metal

Education

Bachelor in Computer Engineering

MS in Computer Engineering

Tools

ObjectARX/LISP

Mac development tools

Job description

Position Overview

At Autodesk, we are obsessed with building tools for people who imagine, design, and make a better world for the 10 billion people living on our planet. Our clients make the tallest buildings in the world, innovate on new green, affordable housing for low income communities, put rockets into space, invent solutions for bringing fresh water to famine affected countries, 3d print cheap prosthetic limbs for the needy in 3rd world countries, design and make the products in your home and in your pocket, and bring stories and experiences to life that leap off the screen and inspire the world. Helping those teams do what they do better, faster and with less negative impact on the world is the mission that pulls us all out of bed every morning. Our focus on the AutoCAD product development team is to continue the success of the world's leading CAD family of applications and deliver value to a new generation of customers, on whatever platforms they choose. Our efforts to bring AutoCAD to new platforms has been publicly recognized by some of the biggest tech companies in the world (e.g. Apple, Google, Microsoft) in their various keynote events and helps set the industry standard for how cross platform development is done. The person we are seeking for is a passionate and experienced software engineer who can work with us to combine the cutting-edge techniques and bring the AutoCAD user experience to next level on macOS. We expect the candidate to have deep knowledge of Mac platform, be mindful of the impact to AutoCAD Mac customers when developing the product and can work with cross functional and platform teams to deliver high quality product on schedule.

Job Requisition ID #

26WD100028

Responsibilities

• Work as an integral member of a high-performance team making important individual contributions
• Estimate schedules for projects undertaken and complete them on time, adhering to pre-determined specification and quality standards
• Design and build advanced functionalities on macOS platform
• Collaborate with cross-functional team to imagine, design and create new functionalities
• Improving application performance
• Continuously discover, evaluate, and implement new technologies to maximize development efficiency
• Unit-test code for robustness

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor in Computer Engineering with 5+ years working experience or equivalent MS with 3+ years working experience
• Strong programming skills with C++, OOA and OOD skills
• Strong programming skills with Swift/Objective-C on macOS/iOS platform, familiar with XCode and Cocoa frameworks
• Comprehensive technical knowledge in software development methodologies, design and implementation
• Good analytical and design skills at product level
• Good communications and interpersonal skills
• Motivated, self-starter, creative thinker, ability to work alone or as part of a team
• Knowledge of Web technology is a plus
• Graphic background and Metal knowledge is a plus
• Being familiar with ObjectARX/LISP is a plus

Learn More

About Autodesk

Welcome 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. We 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. When 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!

Salary transparency

Salary is one part of Autodesk's competitive compensation package. For Canada based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $107,000 and $157,300. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. 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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