Director of Software Engineering - AI/ML

Autodesk

The Role

Overview

Lead AI/ML strategy and teams to develop agentic AI for Autodesk's design and infrastructure products.

Key Responsibilities

  • ai research
  • technical strategy
  • project management
  • quality assurance
  • team leadership
  • stakeholder engagement

Tasks

-Innovation and Development: Drive the research and development of new AI technologies and their application within AutoCAD and Infrastructure products like Civil3D -Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and design, to seamlessly integrate AI solutions into our product offerings -Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing AI teams, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment to deliver state-of-the-art solutions -Thought Leadership: Represent Autodesk at industry conferences, workshops, and within professional networks to stay at the forefront of advancements in AI/ML technology -Strategic Leadership: Define and implement the AI technical strategy for the AIR org, aligning it with Autodesk’s broader technical goals and business objectives -Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate technical strategies, progress, and outcomes to key stakeholders across the organization -Project Management: Oversee the development and execution of AI and machine learning projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with product requirements -Quality Standards: Ensure the highest quality standards in AI and ML model development, testing, and deployment

Requirements

  • ai/ml
  • computer science
  • 5+ years
  • leadership
  • communication
  • problem solving

What You Bring

-Communication: Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience -Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to tackle complex technical challenges and drive innovative solutions -Educational Background: Major in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field -Technical Expertise: Extensive knowledge of AI/ML algorithms, frameworks, and tools, with experience in developing AI solutions for software products -Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in AI/ML engineering roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership position -Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams -Visionary: Ability to think strategically about the future of AI and its application in the design and infrastructure industries -Industry Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the needs and challenges within the infrastructure and reality capture domains -Leadership: Proven experience in leading and scaling high-performing AI/ML teams

The Company

About Autodesk

-Pioneered software for 2D and 3D design, revolutionizing industries. -Known for products like AutoCAD, it reshaped architecture, engineering, and manufacturing workflows. -Empowering creators in fields from construction to digital media, enabling more innovative designs. -Develops tools used in iconic projects, from skyscrapers to blockbuster movies. -Pushes the boundaries of design technology, leading the way in artificial intelligence and automation. -Software is a cornerstone in diverse sectors, from industrial to infrastructure, energy, and entertainment. -Cloud-based solutions streamline design processes and foster real-time collaboration across industries. -A leader in 3D design software, with solutions powering projects in every corner of the globe. -Committed to shaping the future of digital design, bringing complex visions to life.

Sector Specialisms

Building Design

Construction

Automotive

Building Product Manufacturing

3D Animation

Architecture

Engineering

Construction Professionals

Mechanical Engineering

Mechanical CAD

Thermal Simulation

Electronic Design Automation

Print Circuit Board Design

Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP)

HVAC

Fabrication

Estimation

Infrastructure

Civil Engineering

Genetic Engineering (Life Sciences)