Business Development Manager, Autodesk Platform Services

Position Overview Help build the platform ecosystem powering the future of Design & Make! Location We are open to candidates in the United States or Canada on the East Coast. Autodesk office location preferred; remote (home office) possible. Responsibilities Identify, recruit, and develop strategic partners building applications with APS. Enable partners to create scalable platform-based solutions that extend Autodesk products, solutions, and workflows. Build strong relationships with software companies, system integrators, and technology partners. Identify opportunities where APS can create value through customization, automation, integrations, AI, and data platforms. Partner with Autodesk sales teams to position APS as a strategic platform for enterprise customers. Promote platform-based business models that unlock new value for partners and customers through thought leadership, event presentations, and digital content such as YouTube recordings. Identify trends in AI, data platforms, and digital transformation across the Design & Make industries. Contribute to go‑to‑market strategies that expand the APS ecosystem. Support strategic initiatives around AI, sustainability, and digital transformation. Support the growth of the Autodesk developer ecosystem through events, hackathons, and industry conferences. Collaborate with developer relations and product teams to improve platform adoption and developer experience. Highlight partner success stories and ecosystem innovation. Work closely with product, engineering, marketing, and sales teams. Provide insights from partners and customers to help shape the APS roadmap. Support strategic relationships with leading technology companies. Minimum Qualifications 5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, or platform ecosystems. Experience working with APIs, cloud platforms, or developer ecosystems. Strong understanding of software platforms, integrations, and digital transformation. Ability to engage effectively with business and technical teams as well as executive stakeholders. Willingness to travel 20–30% for customer and partner meetings, industry events, and ecosystem engagements. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related technical field. Preferred Qualifications Experience with platform ecosystems, marketplaces, developer programs or marketplaces. Familiarity with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud. Experience working with startups, enterprise software vendors, ISVs, or GSIs. Master’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related technical field. MBA, or PGDM is a plus. The Ideal Candidate A growing partner ecosystem with AI‑powered solutions built on APS. Increased APS adoption across enterprise customers and developer partners. Strong partnerships with startups, ISVs, and GSIs. Visible leadership through developer events, customer and partner meetings, and digital channels such as YouTube and webinars. Growing the APS developer and partner ecosystem. Enabling partners to build AI‑powered and platform‑based applications. Connecting data and workflows across the Design & Make lifecycle. Expanding Autodesk’s position as the platform powering the industry. Benefits From 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 benefits.autodesk.com. Salary Transparency Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $102,000 and $182,710. 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 Opportunity At 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 & Belonging We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. #J-18808-Ljbffr Autodesk