Autodesk is a multinational software company known for its design, engineering and media solutions. The organization employs roughly 17,237 people worldwide and has recorded a modest net increase in staffing, adding a little over 900 new team members while seeing slightly fewer departures. This steady talent strategy supports Autodesk’s broad product portfolio and ongoing investments in cloud-based design and construction platforms.
Engineering is Autodesk’s largest function with 6,683 employees, accounting for just under 39% of total headcount and underscoring the company’s emphasis on product development. Revenue-generating teams are also sizable: Sales & Support comprises 3,307 employees, while Marketing & Product groups number 1,740. Corporate services are well represented, including Business Management (1,993), Finance & Administration (1,101) and Information Technology (533). Operations, Human Resources and Consulting collectively contribute more than 1,000 additional employees, and a further 794 people are classified in other specialized roles. The relatively balanced distribution across technical, customer-facing and administrative areas reflects Autodesk’s multifaceted business model.
Autodesk maintains a broad geographic footprint. Approximately 1,408 employees work in San Francisco, the largest single location, representing about 8% of the total workforce. Other significant hubs include Bengaluru (706), Singapore (636), Barcelona (531), Denver (425), Shanghai (406), Portland (386) and Pune (305), while 257 employees are based in Montréal. An additional 1,648 employees are spread across numerous smaller offices and remote setups worldwide. This diversified presence enables Autodesk to tap into regional talent pools and support customers across the Americas, EMEA and Asia-Pacific.