Job Requisition ID #
Position Overview
We are seeking a Program Manager to join Autodesk's Emerging Business Operations team, reporting directly to the Manager, M&A Operations. This role is integral to our mission of helping newly acquired or incubated businesses transition into high-functioning, scalable operations. The Program Manager will own and drive cross-functional programs that support early-stage Go-To-Market integration and operational readiness for emerging businesses.
This is a hands-on, delivery-focused role for someone who excels at building programs from the ground up, managing multiple workstreams simultaneously, and influencing without direct authority. The ideal candidate brings strong program management discipline, GTM operations knowledge, and the ability to navigate ambiguity with structured thinking.
Responsibilities
Build and manage comprehensive integration programs from scratch, defining scope, goals, program plans, and communication methodology for new acquisitions or incubations
Define, oversee, and coordinate a set of interdependent projects sequenced to achieve combined GTM and operational outcomes
Align program and project management workstreams across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to achieve coordinated delivery
Manage multiple concurrent projects and programs, consistently demonstrating the ability to influence without direct authority
Track, influence, and communicate with stakeholders at all levels, sharing the 'why' behind requests and influencing with data
Communicate program details to both internal and external audiences in a variety of formats, including executive summaries
Navigate difficult stakeholder conversations and potential conflicts through effective communication
Gather regular feedback and take appropriate action to keep programs on track
Analyze trends, monitor progress, and report on measurable results against program objectives
Anticipate risks with accuracy and develop mitigation strategies; generate multiple response options with costs, benefits, and feasibility
Manage escalations effectively and in a timely manner
Define unique and complex program management approaches, standards, and processes tailored to each acquisition's integration requirements
Contribute to the M&A operational playbook, capturing lessons learned and best practices from each program
Incorporate change management principles into program design and execution
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience in program or project management, GTM operations, strategy consulting, or M&A integration in a SaaS or technology environment
Demonstrated ability to build and manage programs from scratch, including defining scope, assembling workstreams, and driving end-to-end delivery
Strong understanding of all facets of Sales or Revenue Operations in a SaaS based company
Strong understanding of Go-To-Market functions including sales planning, marketing programs, and customer success workflows
Proven ability to manage ambiguity and drive forward progress on multiple initiatives simultaneously
Excellent stakeholder communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging across audiences and levels
Experience using data to evaluate program performance, analyze trends, and support decision-making
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in M&A integration programs, from deal closure through post-close execution
Background in change management and the ability to incorporate change strategy into program design
Familiarity with Autodesk GTM systems and processes (Salesforce, CPQ, ERP, Q2C)
Experience with a variety of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Kanban) and tools (Asana, Airtable, MS Project, etc.)
Background in management consulting or operational transformation
Learn More
About Autodesk
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.
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!
Benefits
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 https://benefits.autodesk.com/
Salary transparency
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Autodesk, we're 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.
Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/global-belonging
Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk?
Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).
Similar Jobs
What you need to know about the Colorado Tech Scene
Key Facts About Colorado Tech
- Number of Tech Workers: 260,000; 8.5% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
- Major Tech Employers: Lockheed Martin, Century Link, Comcast, BAE Systems, Level 3
- Key Industries: Software, artificial intelligence, aerospace, e-commerce, fintech, healthtech
- Funding Landscape: $4.9 billion in VC funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
- Notable Investors: Access Venture Partners, Ridgeline Ventures, Techstars, Blackhorn Ventures
- Research Centers and Universities: Colorado School of Mines, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Denver, Colorado State University, Mesa Laboratory, Space Science Institute, National Center for Atmospheric Research, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Gottlieb Institute
