Autodesk · 10 hours ago
Senior Principal Research Engineer: AEC Geometric Data - Generative AI
Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$169K/yr - $302K/yr
7+ years expAutodesk is leading the transformation of the AEC industry, integrating AI technology into our products. As a Senior Principal Research Engineer, you will help build foundation models and generative AI tools for the AEC industry, working collaboratively to enhance design and engineering workflows.
3D TechnologyArchitectureConstructionManufacturingSoftware Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead and collaborate with other engineers to develop scalable data pipelines for diverse AEC data sources used in production ML systems
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance on complex data engineering challenges
Work with large-scale, multi-modal datasets including text and geometric data, to design novel preprocessing, augmentation, analysis and content understanding
Transform unstructured AEC data into representations suitable for machine learning
Lead cross-functional collaboration with ML Research Scientists and Engineers to align data formats with downstream training and fine-tuning of LLMs
Apply deduplication, normalization, and validation techniques to ensure high-quality data in production environments
Architect and optimize pipelines for scalability, reproducibility, and cloud deployment
Drive technical decision-making and influence engineering best practices across the team
Perform requirements analysis with senior stakeholders, ensuring technical solutions meet both immediate project goals and long-term research objectives
Lead initiatives to communicate findings through quantitative analysis, visuals, and clear insights
Contribute to agile workflows, ensuring flexibility and responsiveness to evolving project needs
Participate in technical planning and roadmap development
Qualification
Required
MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
7-10+ years of experience in Machine Learning, Engineering, or related fields
Proven technical leadership, including leading complex projects and influencing technical direction in cross-functional teams
Strong experience in geometric data modeling and processing, including complex 2D/3D representations, computational geometry, and data architectures
Familiarity with machine learning concepts and frameworks and how data is represented for training
Proficiency in Python and strong software engineering practices
Ability to translate research ideas into production-grade systems
Excellent communication skills with ability to influence and guide technical decisions
Background in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction (AEC)
Preferred
Experience with AEC data formats and workflows (e.g., BIM, IFC, CAD, drawing sets)
Experience with MEP data or systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing)
Experience delivering production ML or data systems
Strong foundations in core computer science (algorithms, systems, scalability)
Understanding of deep learning architectures (CNNs, Transformers) and familiarity with frameworks such as PyTorch
Experience building scalable data or ML pipelines in cloud environments (e.g., AWS, SageMaker)
Experience mentoring senior engineers or leading small technical teams
Track record of driving technical innovation and best practices
Benefits
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Company
Autodesk
Autodesk develops 3D design software for use in the architecture, engineering, construction, and media industries.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.5BKey Investors
CitibankOK Blockchain Capital
2025-07-01Acquired
2025-05-08Post Ipo Debt· $1.5B
2020-08-25Seed
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President and Chief Executive Officer
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CFO
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