Sr. Software Engineer- Frontend (APS)

A BOUT THE ROLE

  We are seeking a Senior Frontend Software Engineer with deep expertise in Autodesk Platform Services (APS) Viewer and/or web graphics technologies to help develop advanced, browser-based CAD and BIM visualization tools. In this role, you will own the frontend customization and extension of the APS Viewer, building professional-grade workflows on top of complex design and construction data rendered directly in the browser.

You will focus on extending, optimizing, and integrating visualization capabilities to support domain-specific CAD and BIM use cases while ensuring high performance, usability, scalability, and maintainability.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead frontend development efforts centered around Autodesk Platform Services (APS) Viewer.

Design, develop, and maintain custom APS Viewer extensions supporting CAD and BIM workflows.

Build advanced visualization capabilities, including model selection, isolation, sectioning, measurement, markup, model comparison, and related user interactions.

Customize rendering behavior, interaction patterns, and user interface overlays using WebGL, SVG, JavaScript, and related technologies.

Develop and extend three.js-based visualization capabilities within and around the APS Viewer ecosystem.

Integrate viewer-based experiences with backend services supporting model data, metadata, and business workflows.

Collaborate closely with Product Management, UX Design, and backend engineering teams to design intuitive, high-quality user experiences.

Optimize rendering performance, responsiveness, and usability for large-scale models and complex datasets.

Troubleshoot and resolve visualization, rendering, and interaction-related issues across supported browsers and environments.

Mentor engineers and contribute to frontend development best practices, code quality standards, and technical design reviews.

Contribute to architectural discussions related to frontend visualization, graphics rendering, and user experience design.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.

Significant hands-on experience developing web-based graphics applications using technologies such as WebGL, SVG, and three.js.

Strong expertise in JavaScript and modern frontend development practices.

Solid understanding of browser-based rendering concepts and graphics programming fundamentals.

Experience building complex, graphics-intensive web applications.

Demonstrated ability to optimize performance, scalability, and usability for large datasets and visualization workloads.

Experience integrating frontend applications with backend APIs and services.

Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Significant hands-on experience with Autodesk Platform Services (APS) Viewer, including development of custom Viewer extensions.

Experience with three.js or similar WebGL frameworks.

Experience with GLSL, shaders, or advanced rendering techniques.

Proficiency with modern frontend frameworks and tooling, including React or similar technologies.

Experience integrating APS services beyond the Viewer, including Model Derivative and Data Management APIs.

Experience supporting cloud-based or SaaS software platforms.

Experience mentoring engineers and contributing technical leadership within engineering teams.

TRAVEL

Up to 10% travel for team collaboration, customer engagements, workshops, conferences, and business needs.

NICE TO HAVE

Experience working with BIM-specific workflows and AEC-focused visualization solutions.

Strong foundation in 3D mathematics, geometry, and spatial reasoning.

Experience implementing custom picking, hit testing, overlays, or advanced interaction models within visualization environments.

Familiarity with browser-based performance profiling, GPU debugging, and rendering optimization techniques.

Background in architecture, engineering, construction, or related design software industries.

ABOUT ACCELA For nearly 20 years, Accela has been an industry leader in designing and delivering government software to improve efficiency, increase citizen engagement and enable the development of thriving communities. Today, citizens are savvy to how services should be delivered, and expect a consistently convenient, openly transparent view into their local government. While government agencies struggle to do more with less, our mission has never been more critical. Accela provides a robust, cloud-based platform of government software solutions that accelerate growth, efficiency, and transparency in communities of all sizes. From planning, to building, to service request management and more, Accela’s SaaS offerings level the playing field for small and medium governments and enable smaller agencies to leverage larger city technologies. Our open and flexible technology helps agencies address specific needs today, while ensuring they are well prepared for the emerging challenges of the future.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION Accela believes in developing and nurturing a workplace community where our differences are celebrated, and everyone feels a sense of psychological safety and belonging. Accela is committed to putting resources and attention towards evolving our practices, policies, and philosophies to enable diversity to thrive and to support equity in opportunity for everyone.

COMPENSATION AND WELL-BEING The annual base salary range for this full-time position is $155,000–$170,000 (less applicable taxes). The actual annual base salary offered may be adjusted based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, location, education, skills, training, and experience. In addition to an annual base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus target. This is a discretionary bonus awarded based on company and individual goal achievement.   Accela’s U.S. team members will receive a generous benefits package consisting of options including flexible time off, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, family planning benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, health savings account with company contributions, flexible spending account, life, accident, and disability coverage, business travel insurance, employee assistance programs, and other well-being benefits.

Accela is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and will respond to requests for job accommodations.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, protected veteran status, or based on disability, gender identity, and sexual orientation

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