Principal Engineer - Web Application Development

Responsibilities

• Define and drive the long-term vision for web platform architecture and technical strategy
• Lead cross-team initiatives to standardize frontend frameworks, design systems, and best practices
• Design and evolve core platform components including build systems, CI/CD pipelines, and shared libraries
• Champion developer experience (DX) by building tools and workflows that improve productivity and reduce friction
• Establish performance benchmarks and lead initiatives regarding Core Web Vitals and bundle size optimization
• Mentor senior and staff engineers to elevate engineering standards across the organization

Requirements

• 10+ years of software engineering experience with deep expertise in web technologies
• Proven experience designing and scaling large-scale web platforms or frontend infrastructure
• Strong expertise in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems (e.g., React, Angular)
• Experience with build systems, bundlers, and tooling such as Webpack, Vite, or Turborepo
• Deep understanding of web performance, browser internals, and networking
• Strong system design and architectural decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with micro-frontend architectures or managing large monorepos
• Familiarity with backend systems and APIs including Node.js, GraphQL, or REST
• Experience building or maintaining design systems at scale
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD pipelines

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and financial benefits
• Time away and everyday wellness programs
• Competitive compensation including annual cash bonuses and stock grants

About the Company

Autodesk helps innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming how things are made—from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We take great pride in our culture, which guides how we work, how we treat each other, and how we connect with customers and partners.