Sr. Software Engineer, Localization Engineering

Autodesk; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to enhance localization for its products. This pivotal role involves collaborating with diverse teams to develop and maintain tools and processes that ensure efficient localization of software. The ideal candidate is a full stack developer with extensive experience in web and mobile development, capable of driving innovative solutions and providing technical support. Join a forward-thinking company where your contributions will shape the international user experience and optimize localization strategies. If you are passionate about technology and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in web and mobile development.
• Strong understanding of internationalization best practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop tools and processes for scalable software localization.
• Analyze products for international readiness and provide recommendations.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Localization Engineering

Web Development

Mobile Development

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

M.S. in Computer Science

Tools

AWS

Microsoft Azure

Grafana

Passolo

WorldServer

Memsource

Job description

Job Requisition ID #

24WD82754

Position Overview

The Senior Software Engineer will play a key role in optimizing and improving localization for Autodesk product and content. This will involve close collaboration with software and content development teams. You will be responsible for developing and maintaining tools, processes, and data necessary for scalable, efficient localization and for ensuring the smooth production of Autodesk's localized products.

The ideal candidate is a full stack developer experienced in services development, process automation, and technology, and will be capable of providing technical support to internal Autodesk stakeholders and external vendor teams. This role demands strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, as well as a solid understanding of localization engineering processes. This role is based in British Columbia, Canada.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain tools, automated processes, and documentation to support scalable software localization and testing
• Stay current with industry trends and technologies, proactively anticipating future localization requirements
• Drive and contribute to the design, development, and deployment of innovative solutions for delivering localized products to customers
• Analyze products for international readiness, focusing on web/mobile applications and cloud services. Provide actionable recommendations and contribute to the necessary development efforts
• Advise and influence development teams to improve globalization strategies, ensuring an exceptional international user experience while optimizing localization stability and cost-effectiveness
• Provide second-level technical support to localization vendor engineering teams

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science or related field
• 5+ years of experience in web and mobile development
• Proficiency with programming and scripting languages, including some or all of the following: Scala, Java, Akka, Slick, Python, JavaScript, C++, C#, QT, Perl
• Experience with microservices architecture, development, and monitoring (e.g., Grafana)
• Strong understanding of internationalization best practices and experience in localizing web and mobile applications
• Knowledge of databases (SQL, MySQL, NoSQL), Content Management Systems, and localization tools (e.g., Passolo, WorldServer, Memsource)
• Experience with cloud services, particularly Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or similar cloud technologies, is a plus
• Familiarity with process automation and streamlining workflows
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of developing creative technical solutions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience collaborating within a multicultural, geographically dispersed team; leadership experience is a plus
• Familiarity with AI/ML technologies is a plus