Principal Backend Software Developer

AUTODESK CONSTRUCTION CLOUD

Base: $131,000 - $191,400 cad; bonus/equity: annua...
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10+ years production backend experience
Distributed systems scaling and failure modes
Java/kotlin or node.js proficiency
Autodesk Construction Cloud is seeking a Principal Backend Software Developer to design and build APIs and orchestration layers for an AI-assisted commerce platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in backend development, distributed systems, and cloud-native technologies to ensure reliability and security

Job Summary

  • This role involves designing the runtime and APIs that allow AI copilots and agents to safely invoke commerce capabilities like product discovery and checkout.
  • The successful candidate will drive architecture decisions across teams, lead design reviews, and mentor developers within the commerce and AI ecosystem.
  • Autodesk offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, annual cash bonuses, stock grants, and comprehensive benefits.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud is seeking a Principal Backend Software Developer to design and build APIs and orchestration layers for an AI-assisted commerce platform. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in backend development, distributed systems, and cloud-native technologies to ensure reliability and security.

Salary

Base: $131,000 - $191,400 CAD; Bonus/Equity: Annual cash bonuses and stock grants included; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package provided

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years production backend experience
  • Distributed systems scaling and failure modes
  • Java/Kotlin or Node.js proficiency
  • REST/gRPC API design expertise
  • Cloud-native Kubernetes and CI/CD
  • Strong authentication and authorization patterns

Nice-to-have

  • Experience designing automation platforms for agents
  • Commerce domain knowledge in pricing and subscriptions
  • Multi-tenant enterprise pattern implementation
  • Internal platform adoption metrics experience

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of backend/platform system experience
  • Deep knowledge of distributed systems concepts
  • Proficiency in Java, Kotlin, or Node.js
  • Experience with cloud-native systems and observability

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