Senior Software Backend Developer

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Toronto, ON
99K-145K Annually
Senior level
Big Data • Cloud • Digital Media • Machine Learning • Mobile • Software • Industrial
Autodesk is a global leader in design and make technology that helps innovators everywhere solve today's challenges.
The Role
The Senior Backend Developer will design and develop scalable backend systems, optimizing performance and ensuring maintainability. They will collaborate with cross-functional teams, contribute to architectural decisions, and uphold the quality of the codebase through reviews and automation.
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Job Requisition ID #

24WD82591

Position Overview

Autodesk is a global leader in 3D Design, Engineering, and Entertainment software. The work we do at Autodesk touches nearly every person on the planet. By creating software tools for making buildings, machines, and even the latest movies, we influence and empower some of the most creative people in the world to solve problems that matter. We work on a cutting-edge CAD/CAM/CAE product, Fusion 360. Fusion CI/CD/Test System is a critical and sophisticated engineering infrastructure and pipeline for Fusion 360 build, development, testing, and delivery. It is built and running on modern cloud computing technology.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Backend Developer to join our newly established service test automation team. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in designing and developing scalable backend systems. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive quality and productivity improvements and foster a strong culture of engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with other developers and stakeholders to define system architecture and requirements

  • Contribute to the design and implementation of scalable and maintainable backend services

  • Develop and maintain backend services, ensuring they are robust, scalable, and maintainable

  • Monitor and optimize system performance, scalability, and reliability

  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in backend development

  • Ensure the quality of the backend codebase through code reviews, automated testing, and other quality control measures

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field

  • 5+ years of professional experience in software development, with at least 3 years of experience in backend system development

  • 5 years+ Experience in backend system development (Python), with good knowledge of web frameworks like Django

  • Proficiency in at least one relational database system (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL) and understanding of database architecture, design principles, and normalization

  • Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and tools (e.g., Jenkins, CircleCI, GitHub Actions)

  • Experience with containerization and orchestration tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)

  • Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, etc., and how to deploy and manage applications on them

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in implementing test automation frameworks

  • Knowledge of mocking and stubbing techniques and tools

  • Experience with API testing, performance testing, and scripting/programming languages commonly used for test automation (e.g., Python, JavaScript, Ruby)

  • Experience with caching mechanisms like Redis, Varnish, Memcached, etc., to improve scalability and efficiency

  • Experience in front-end development

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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 – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.

When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future 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-BC based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $98,600 and $144,650. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Diversity & Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging

Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?

Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).

Top Skills

Java
JavaScript
Python
The Company
HQ: San Francisco, CA
13,285 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1982

What We Do

Autodesk makes software for people who make things. If you’ve ever driven a high-performance car, admired a towering skyscraper, used a smartphone, or watched a great film, chances are you’ve experienced what millions of Autodesk customers are doing with our software. Autodesk gives you the power to make anything.

Over 100 million people use Autodesk software like AutoCAD, Revit, Maya, 3ds Max, Fusion 360, SketchBook, and more to unlock their creativity and solve important design, business and environmental challenges. Our software runs on both personal computers and mobile devices and taps the infinite computing power of the cloud to help teams around the world collaborate, design, simulate and fabricate their ideas in 3D.

We provide exceptional compensation/benefit packages and we’d love for you to join us. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer and we consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability, veteran status or other protected category. To see our culture in action, check out #AutodeskLife.

We are headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area and have more than 10,000 employees worldwide.

Why Work With Us

Our work is impactful. Our people are innovative. And our culture is inclusive. As our software shapes new solutions to the world’s biggest challenges, you shape your career path. With us, you lead the way in achieving sustainability, resilient communities, and an equitable workforce. Discover #AutodeskLife. 

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