Software Engineer

Autodesk is a global leader in 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software. Fusion 360 is a product focused on transforming Design-to-Manufacture through converged workflows and cloud-connected technology. The role is within the Fremont Data Model team in PDMS Design, responsible for Fusion design data management across desktop and cloud. The team is Kraków-based and works closely with global teams worldwide.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience
• 2–4 years of professional software development experience
• Strong proficiency in C++ and solid computer science fundamentals (data structures, OOP, design patterns)
• Experience with Git, code review, and CI/CD in a team environment
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to work effectively in a distributed, global team

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience debugging a large, existing C++ application
• Exposure to CAD, PLM, or document/reference-based software (assemblies, versioning, check-in/out, linked files)
• Experience with Python or JavaScript for tooling or test support
• Familiarity with cloud-backed desktop applications
• Experience with Qt or similar UI/framework libraries used in desktop apps

• Implement and fix features in Fusion’s data model layer
• Develop high-quality, secure C++ code in a large production codebase
• Debug complex, cross-document workflows and investigate regressions and customer issues
• Test changes locally and support impact analysis; contribute to unit tests and test automation
• Participate in Agile ceremonies including stand-ups, planning, reviews, and retrospectives
• Document changes, keep Jira tasks updated, and contribute to design discussions

Implementation & Development:

• Complete well-defined development tasks independently; assist senior developers on larger features
• Write code conforming to team coding standards, design specs, and security practices
• Apply common design patterns and techniques with guidance

Debugging & Testing:

• Maintain, troubleshoot, and debug code using standard IDEs
• Take on issue reports, identify root causes, and implement fixes with guidance
• Validate impacted scenarios before merge; support QA with impact analysis

Automation & Documentation:

• Develop and maintain unit tests; grow skills in test automation
• Document code and changes; create design notes with senior developer guidance
• Keep Jira tasks and PRs clear and traceable

Agile & Collaboration:

• Work on an Agile team with regular sprint cadence
• Communicate progress, blockers, and risks in daily standups
• Collaborate with QA, product, and engineers across global sites (India, US, Europe)

Customer Focus:

• Build empathy for real design workflows
• Consider customer impact when implementing fixes and small features

Growth:

• Pursue training and tasks outside comfort zone with a growth mindset
• Engage other teams when problems span data model, cloud, or platform boundaries