Principal Engineer - Web Application Development

Job Requisition ID #26WD98191Position OverviewWe are seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead the evolution of our Web Platform Engineering capabilities. This role is responsible for shaping the architecture, performance, scalability, and developer experience of the foundational web platform that powers our applications.As a technical leader, you will drive strategic initiatives across frontend infrastructure, platform services, and developer tooling, enabling product teams to build high-quality, performant, and reliable web experiences at scale.ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership & Strategy:Define and drive the long-term vision for the web platform architectureLead cross-team initiatives to standardize frontend architecture, frameworks, and best practicesAct as a technical advisor to engineering leadership on platform investments and tradeoffsInfluence roadmap decisions to improve scalability, performance, and maintainabilityPlatform Architecture & Development:Design and evolve core platform components (e.g., design systems, shared libraries, build systems, CI/CD pipelines)Establish patterns for micro-frontends, modular architectures, and API integrationsEnsure high standards for performance, accessibility, security, and reliabilityLead critical system design discussions and provide architectural guidanceDeveloper Experience (DX):Champion improvements to developer productivity and onboardingBuild and maintain tools, frameworks, and workflows that enable fast, consistent developmentReduce friction in testing, debugging, deployment, and observabilityCross-Functional Collaboration:Partner with product engineering, design, DevOps, and security teamsDrive alignment across multiple teams and organizationsMentor senior and staff engineers; elevate engineering standards across the orgQuality, Performance & Observability:Establish performance benchmarks and monitoring standardsLead initiatives around web performance (Core Web Vitals, load times, bundle size optimization)Ensure platform observability, reliability, and incident response readinessMinimum Qualifications10+ years of software engineering experience, with deep expertise in web technologiesProven experience designing and scaling large-scale web platforms or frontend infrastructureStrong expertise in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems (e.g., React, Angular, or similar frameworks)Experience with build systems, bundlers, and tooling (e.g., Webpack, Vite, Turborepo)Deep understanding of web performance, browser internals, and networkingDemonstrated ability to influence architecture across multiple teamsStrong system design and architectural decision-making skillsPreferred Qualifications Experience with micro-frontend architectures or large monoreposFamiliarity with backend systems and APIs (Node.js, GraphQL, REST)Experience building or maintaining design systems at scaleKnowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and CI/CD pipelinesExperience improving developer experience in large organizationsThe Ideal CandidateOperates as a multiplier, enabling dozens of engineers through platform improvementsDrives alignment across teams without direct authorityBalances long-term architectural vision with pragmatic deliveryMentors and develops engineering talent across the organizationAccelerate development velocity across all web teamsImprove platform reliability, scalability, and performanceEstablish a cohesive and modern web architectureElevate engineering quality and consistency across the organizationLearn MoreAbout AutodeskWelcome 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 – it’s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.When you’re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!BenefitsFrom health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting Salary transparencySalary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $139,000 and $249,260. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.Equal Employment OpportunityAt Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.Diversity & BelongingWe take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk? Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).SummaryLocation: San Francisco, CA, USAType: Full time