Technical Program Manager, Computational Design (canada)

Technical Program Manager For Computational Design And Automation

Autodesk is transforming the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, and Owner (AECO) sector by enhancing existing Computational Design and Automation methods with cutting-edge Agentic technologies, seamlessly integrating them into products such as Revit, Civil 3D, Construction Cloud, and Forma.

As the Technical Program Manager for Computational Design and Automation, you will lead critical programs to support the team's mission of developing the next wave of Computational Design, Automation, and Agentic technologies across our AEC portfolio. You will work closely with the Director and Core Team responsible for delivering both existing (Dynamo ecosystem of tools) and emerging products, ensuring the integration of advanced workflow automation tools within Autodesk's product suite and industry-specific cloud solutions.

We are looking for a dynamic individual with a background in enterprise software companies, who possesses solid technical expertise and business acumen, with the ability to impart a sense of urgency and influence your leaders and peers. You have a bias towards action, are a champion for pursuing business outcomes as opposed to performing development activities and are proactive in stakeholder management. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, are passionate about tackling and realizing complex customer challenges, excel in navigating ambiguity to find clarity, and can successfully organize and manage multiple priorities. Autodesk offers flexible, hybrid work arrangements, with key home offices in Toronto, Vancouver and Montreal.

Responsibilities

• Plan and ensure delivery by engaging with engineering leadership to build and refine delivery plans. Track multiple sprint cycles, refine plans, and communicate progress to stakeholders
• Effectively lead diverse stakeholders within the organization to launch and manage especially innovative (sometimes tricky), never-tried-before initiatives
• Identify and mitigate risks, reduce waste, optimize delivery, and improve team satisfaction with delivery process
• Evaluate tradeoffs to balance competing project demands and optimize resource allocation
• Enforce accountability and responsibility among project members to ensure timely and quality deliverables
• Lead communication efforts at all levels, ensuring all team members are well-informed and engaged
• Develop and maintain clear, transparent documentation to provide clarity and direction
• Ensure team members have a clear understanding of their tasks, timelines, and methods

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, an Engineering discipline, Computer Science, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience working directly with engineering teams on highly complex initiatives involving multiple teams, in a fast-paced environment, using traditional and Agile methodologies
• 3+ years of experience as a technical: Program Manager, Project Manager or similar role

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP or other professional certification
• Strong technical background, detail-oriented, and excellent problem-solving abilities
• Skilled in change management and anticipating challenges
• Strong influencer with self-direction and autonomy
• Collaborative team player who thrives on building healthy relationships, including mentorship
• Curious and passionate about simplifying and scaling processes
• Respectful & candid communicator with strong presentation skills
• Willing to challenge the status quo and consider new perspectives

About Autodesk

Welcome 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!

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