Autodesk
Design and make software for architecture, engineering, construction, and entertainment industries.
Principal Software Developer
Lead design and integration of OpenUSD for Maya and 3ds Max
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Lead architectural discussions and implement core USD integration features for Maya and 3ds Max. • Drive adoption of open standards and contribute to open‑source projects. • Collaborate with other Autodesk product teams and influence product quality and productivity. • Write and maintain large, complex codebases requiring creativity and ingenuity.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸usd integration
- ▸maya
- ▸3ds max
- ▸open standards
- ▸open source
- ▸code development
What You Bring
• Architect and contribute to OpenUSD integration within 3ds Max and Maya. • Minimum qualifications: strong object‑oriented design, software architecture, and modern C++ skills; deep understanding of design patterns and data‑oriented design; proven experience delivering production‑quality graphics applications; experience with OpenUSD; ability to scale large projects; excellent oral and written communication. • Preferred qualifications: experience using or contributing to third‑party SDKs for digital content creation; multi‑platform development; familiarity with OpenUSD, Hydra, MaterialX; knowledge of GitHub, Jenkins, and CMake.
Requirements
- ▸c++
- ▸openusd
- ▸3ds max
- ▸maya
- ▸github
- ▸communication
Benefits
Compensation includes a competitive base salary, annual cash bonuses, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package, with salary ranges adjusted for experience and geographic location. Autodesk also emphasizes diversity and belonging, offering resources and a talent community to stay connected with new opportunities and company news.
Work Environment
Office Full-Time