Company: Autodesk
Location: Toronto, ON
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Job date: Sat, 28 Jun 2025 01:55:20 GMT
Job description: Job Requisition ID #25WD89311Position OverviewWe are seeking an Design Strategist to shape the future of the Autodesk Marketplace—our strategic platform that connects 4,000+ third-party solutions with millions of Autodesk customers. You will guide the system-level experience architecture that transforms how customers discover, evaluate, purchase, and manage third-party solutions as integrated extensions of their Autodesk workflows.You will lead the strategic evolution from a traditional app store into a comprehensive commerce ecosystem that accelerates customer, partner, and developer value. This role requires a visionary architect who can unify marketplace touchpoints spanning in-product discovery, enterprise admin management, AI-powered recommendations, and app developer experiences into cohesive, contextual experiences. Join us in architecting the future of how millions of professionals discover and integrate solutions that power their creative and engineering workflows. It’s an opportunity to shape not just a marketplace, but the foundation of Autodesk’s platform strategy for the next decade. This position reports to the Senior User Experience Design Manager, Developer Enablement.Considering candidates in US and Canada living in Pacific to Eastern time zone with a preference for Pacific Time zone and willing to work hybrid/remote.**Must include resume and portfolio with password/access when applying**ResponsibilitiesDrive platform experience strategy through cross-divisional partnership that knits together a unified experience across discovery, evaluation, purchase, management and supportEstablish architectural patterns for each surface of the multi-sided marketplace; customer-facing, partner-facing, developer-facing and internal operationsBuild credibility, authority, and influence across product, engineering, partnerships, and business development teams through compelling experience storytelling and strategic communicationValidate experience concepts through prototyping, testing, and iteration with customers, partners, and stakeholders while staying on top of industry trends, and quantitative / qualitative researchFacilitate high-stakes alignment with VP and C-level stakeholders on marketplace vision, architectural decisions, and resource allocationPartner to establish a scalable information architecture that enables AI/ML workflows to deliver intuitive, contextual recommendations for third-party solutions that accommodates diverse solution types, partner content, and localized marketplace experiencesMentor and guide experience designers, product managers, and engineers in marketplace-specific design principles and architectural thinkingMinimum Qualifications12+ years of experience in experience design with demonstrated expertise in marketplace, ecommerce, or platform ecosystemsExpert-level fluency in human-centered design methodologies with proven ability to customize processes for large, complex, multi-stakeholder initiativesProven track record of designing experience frameworks that span multiple products, platforms, and user segmentsStrong business acumen with ability to identify market opportunities, competitive threats, and strategic positioning for platform businessesDeep experience working with commerce platforms and technologies such as Azure Marketplace, Salesforce AppExchange, Google Cloud Marketplace, SAP Store, ShopifyExceptional communication, storytelling and leadership abilities that build trust and alignment across diverse cross-divisional stakeholder groupsPreferred QualificationsYou are up to date on the latest trends and advancements for developer experiencePartner ecosystem experience within multi-sided marketplace dynamics and platform business modelsExpert-level prototyping skills in Figma, Framer, or similar tools with ability to communicate complex system interactionsAdaptable and resilient in a fast-paced, evolving environment while consistently bringing strong problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detailExhibits systems thinking with ability to illustrate relationships between customer workflows, partner needs, third-party developer/solution builder needs and business objectivesLearn MoreAbout AutodeskWelcome 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!Salary transparency Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location. 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