<div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Requisition ID #</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div></div></div></div>25WD89968<p></p><p></p><p><b>Location:</b> Remote (aligned with San Francisco working hours)<br /><b>Job Type:</b> Full-time</p><p></p><p><b>Position Overview</b><span> </span></p><div><div><p><span><span>Autodesk is </span><span>seeking</span><span> a dynamic and strategic </span></span><b><span>Director, Platform </span><span>Communications,</span></b><span><span> to lead communications for the company’s Platform, Services, and Emerging Technology (PSET) organization. In this high-impact role, you will serve as the lead communications advisor to Autodesk’s </span></span><b><span>Chief Technology Officer, Chief Trust Officer, and SVP of Research &amp; Development</span></b><span><span>, shaping and amplifying Autodesk’s innovation, research, and trust narratives across key audiences.</span></span><span> </span></p><p></p></div><div><p><span><span>You will develop and execute integrated communications strategies that elevate Autodesk’s leadership in platform development, cybersecurity and trust, research, and AI innovation. </span><span>You’ll</span><span> also lead a small, growing team and collaborate across our global communications function and cross-functional partners. This is a highly visible role that requires exceptional storytelling, executive presence, strategic planning, and people leadership.</span></span><span> </span></p></div><p></p></div><div></div><div><p><b><span>Key Responsibilities</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Strategic Communications </span><span>Leadership:</span><span> </span></b><span><span>Develop</span><span> and execute internal and external communications strategies that highlight Autodesk’s technology vision, trust initiatives, and R&amp;D advancements—ensuring alignment with corporate priorities and audience needs.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Executive Communications:</span><span> </span></b><span><span>Serve as a strategic communications partner to senior PSET executives, creating high-impact narratives, speeches, presentations, thought leadership content, and messaging for key events and internal forums.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Narrative Development:</span><span> </span></b><span><span>Shape cohesive and forward-looking narratives that reinforce Autodesk’s role as a platform leader in the Design and Make category, with emphasis on cloud, AI, data, research, and cybersecurity.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Cross-Functional Collaboration:</span><span> </span></b><span><span>Partner closely with teams across Product, Engineering, Marketing, Legal, and Investor Relations to ensure message consistency and alignment across all key business moments and external engagements.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Content Creation &amp; Media Strategy:</span><span> </span></b><span><span>Guide the creation of executive blogs, media materials, and thought leadership content that simplifies complex technical topics and positions Autodesk as a technology and innovation leader.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Internal Engagement:</span><span> </span></b><span><span>Support internal communications programs that build employee understanding and engagement with Autodesk’s platform strategy and PSET’s role in driving innovation.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Leadership &amp; Team Management:</span><span> </span></b><span><span>Manage and grow a high-performing team (initially 1–2 direct reports), fostering a culture of creativity, accountability, and collaboration.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><b><span>Impact Measurement:</span><span> </span></b><span><span>Track and report on communications outcomes to </span><span>demonstrate</span><span> strategic value and drive continuous improvement.</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><p><span> </span></p></div><div><p><b><span>Qualifications</span></b><span> </span></p></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>10+ years of experience in strategic communications, public relations, or corporate affairs, ideally within the technology or innovation space</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Proven success advising senior executives and shaping complex, enterprise-level narratives</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Deep understanding of emerging technologies including AI, cloud platforms, data infrastructure, research, and cybersecurity</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Exceptional writing and storytelling abilities, with </span><span>a track record</span><span> of creating content that resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Demonstrated experience developing executive communications, including keynotes, blog posts, and leadership messages</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Strong collaboration skills and comfort navigating matrixed organizations and cross-functional partnerships</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Leadership experience, including team management, mentoring, and culture-building</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><p><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in Communications</span><span>, PR, Journalism, Marketing, or a related field (</span><span>Master’s</span><span> degree a plus)</span></span><span> </span></p></li></ul></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><p><span><b>Learn More</b></span></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p><b>About Autodesk</b></p><p><span>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.</span></p><p></p><p><span>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.</span></p><p></p><p><span>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!</span></p><p></p><p><b>Benefits</b></p><p>From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting <a target="_blank" href="https://benefits.autodesk.com/"><span><span>https://benefits.autodesk.com/</span></span></a></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p></p><p><b><span>Salary transparency</span></b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $172,000 and $278,190. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.<p></p><p><b><span>Equal Employment Opportunity</span> </b></p><p>At Autodesk, were building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.</p><p></p><p><b>Diversity &amp; Belonging</b></p><p>We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: <a href="https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging" target="_blank"><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span><span>https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></a></p><p></p><p><b>Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk? </b></p><p>Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).</p>