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Senior Manager, Software Engineering, Factory Operations
Krakow, Poland (Hybrid)
Position Overview
Autodesk is looking for a Senior Software Engineering Manager to lead and grow a high-performing engineering team in Krakow, focused on building next-generation cloud solutions for Factory Operations.
This is a people leadership role first, where you will drive team performance, support career growth, and foster strong collaboration across a globally distributed organization (US, India, Europe).
You will play a key role in delivering scalable, cloud-based solutions while working closely with product, design, and engineering partners worldwide.
This role requires strong cross-cultural collaboration, comfort working across time zones, and flexibility when needed.
Why this role is interesting
Lead and grow a strategic engineering team in Krakow
Work on cloud-first, modern platforms with real-world industrial impact
Collaborate with global teams across US, India, and Europe
Combine people leadership, delivery ownership, and technical influence
Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop a team of software engineers, with a strong focus on performance management, career growth, and engagement
Drive hiring and team scaling, ensuring a strong and sustainable team structure
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Partner with global teams across time zones to deliver high-quality solutions
Connect team objectives to broader organizational goals and strategy
Remove blockers and manage dependencies across teams and regions
Ensure delivery of reliable, scalable, and secure cloud-based solutions
Support resolution of complex production and customer issues
Communicate effectively with stakeholders on progress, risks, and outcomes
Minimum Qualifications
10+ years of experience in software engineering, including 4+ years in a people management role
Proven experience leading teams, including hiring, coaching, performance management, and conflict resolution
Strong collaboration skills with experience working across distributed, international teams
Solid technical background in modern cloud-based architectures, with the ability to guide engineering decisions
(hands-on coding is not required, but technical credibility is essential)
Experience delivering scalable software in a B2B SaaS environment
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Additional Expectations
Comfortable working across multiple time zones (US and India)
Flexibility to adjust schedule when needed for global collaboration
Willingness to travel occasionally (Europe, and potentially US or India), in line with leadership expectations
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cloud platforms and modern web technologies
Background in multi-tenant systems or platform development
Experience in digital twin, AEC, or industrial/manufacturing domains
Experience leading teams working on complex, distributed systems
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About Autodesk
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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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