Distinguished Software Architect (Head of Water Architecture)
Core
Setting the technical vision and target architecture for Autodesk's Water product portfolio (InfoWorks ICM, InfoDrainage, Info360 Asset) to evolve from desktop/cloud apps into a connected, AI-enabled system for utilities and engineering firms.
Role type
Distinguished Software Architect (Head of Water Architecture)
Builds
A coherent, AI-enabled, decision-grade system spanning hydraulic simulation, asset intelligence, and operations for water infrastructure.
Domain
Water infrastructure, Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC), Cloud/Platform strategy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic technical vision, distributed systems design, hybrid desktop-cloud architecture, AI/ML integration, system interoperability, architectural governance, stakeholder influence, complex problem solving, technical communication, mentorship
Preferred skills
Enterprise desktop-to-cloud transformation, AWS Well-Architected Framework, global deployment with data residency, AI/ML in product workflows, AEC domain expertise, concept-based software design
Technologies
CloudOS, Forma, Forma Data Management, AI Accelerator, AWS, Civil 3D, hydraulic simulation engines
Responsibilities
Define portfolio-level architectural strategy and standards; drive interoperability with AEC products; lead architecture reviews and forums; partner with product/engineering leadership to translate complex domain problems into architectural direction; mentor senior engineers and emerging architects.
Seniority
Distinguished, hands-on IC with broad influence
