Director, Events Technology & Data

Job Requisition ID # 25WD94449 Director, Event Technology & Data Full-Time Location: Remote (U.S.) Position Overview Autodesk is seeking a Director, Event Technology & Data to own the enterprise-wide technology and data ecosystem that powers Autodesku2019s most visible and business-critical brand experiences. This role is accountable for defining the strategy, architecture, governance, and operating model for event technology and data across Autodesku2019s flagship programs and future experiential platforms. This leader ensures that every in-person, hybrid, and digital touchpoint is supported by a secure, scalable, integrated technology and data foundation that enables exceptional experiences while delivering accurate, actionable business insights. The Director, Event Technology & Data partners closely with Events & Experiences, IT, Security, Marketing Operations, Data, Legal, Procurement, Product, Finance, and executive leadership to align investments, mitigate risk, govern platforms, and evolve Autodesku2019s event technology and data maturity. This is a highly visible enterprise leadership role requiring strong architectural judgment, financial and vendor rigor, executive presence, and the ability to operate with clarity in complex environments. Key Responsibilities Event Technology Vision, Strategy & Enterprise Architecture u2022 Own Autodesku2019s enterprise event technology architecture spanning registration and access systems, attendee experience platforms, digital and hybrid delivery infrastructure, CRM and MarTech integrations, analytics, identity, and security u2022 Define the multi-year event technology strategy and future-state architecture aligned to Autodesku2019s Events & Experiences vision and broader marketing and digital transformation priorities u2022 Translate business objectives and experience requirements into scalable, integrated, and secure technology solutions u2022 Establish enterprise governance models for platform selection, integrations, standards, data flows, naming conventions, and technical approvals u2022 Evaluate and guide adoption of emerging capabilities including AI-driven personalization, automation, analytics, and content intelligence Platform Roadmap, Vendor Portfolio & Execution Oversight u2022 Own the multi-year event technology roadmap , including platform evolution, replacement cycles, consolidation opportunities, and capability expansion u2022 Lead enterprise RFPs, capability assessments, and vendor evaluations u2022 Negotiate and manage complex, multi-year vendor agreements including pricing models, usage structures, SLAs, rebates, and performance incentives u2022 Oversee vendor delivery quality, upgrades, support models, and issue resolution u2022 Partner with Procurement and Legal on contract architecture, risk language, privacy terms, and renewal strategies u2022 Maintain architectural accountability for platforms and integrations while delegating onsite operational execution to event operations teams Data Strategy, CDP Integration & Measurement Frameworks u2022 Own Autodesku2019s event data strategy and master data model across all flagship programs u2022 Define governance for taxonomies, KPIs, dashboards, and executive reporting u2022 Own Customer Data Platform (CDP) workflows , ensuring event data is properly integrated, governed, and used consistently across teams and systems u2022 Define requirements for data ingestion pipelines, APIs, ETL workflows, and analytics integration to ensure data is unified, accurate, and actionable u2022 Partner with Marketing Ops, Data, and Engineering to support reliable infrastructure for attendance, engagement, lead capture, journey mapping, hybrid analytics, and attribution u2022 Govern executive-level reporting on pipeline influence, performance, and ROI u2022 Ensure global privacy compliance (GDPR, CCPA) and data retention standards Enterprise Alignment, Security & Risk Management u2022 Serve as the primary event technology partner to IT, Security, Privacy, Compliance, and Legal u2022 Own architectural approvals for APIs, SSO, identity, permissions, integrations, and data mapping standards u2022 Oversee security posture including risk mitigation, redundancy, backup, disaster recovery, and platform hardening u2022 Maintain enterprise documentation for technical operations, risk assessments, and compliance readiness Livestreaming, Content Delivery & Global Accessibility u2022 Define the global architecture for livestreaming, encoding, redundancy, and time-shifted content delivery u2022 Partner with Experience Design and Content teams to ensure technology enables creative vision u2022 Own on-demand publishing workflows, metadata standards, archive infrastructure, and global playback performance u2022 Enable hybrid-first content models, internal and regional watch parties, and employee access u2022 Govern accessibility standards including captions, translations, transcripts, and ASL Operating Model, Team Leadership & Technical Excellence u2022 Lead, mentor, and develop a team of full-time and contingent event technology professionals u2022 Define operating rhythms, escalation paths, documentation standards, and cross-functional workflows u2022 Establish QA and readiness frameworks for platform validation, data integrity, and performance testing u2022 Build a culture of accountability, proactive risk management, and continuous improvement u2022 Create long-term resource planning, skills mapping, and talent development strategies Executive Communication & Business Stewardship u2022 Lead executive briefings, investment proposals, and business cases for technology initiatives u2022 Guide senior stakeholders through technical trade-offs and decision-making u2022 Present insights, risks, and opportunities to executive leadership u2022 Represent Event Technology & Data in enterprise governance forums and steering committees Qualifications & Experience u2022 10u201315+ years leading enterprise-scale event technology, MarTech, or digital experience ecosystems u2022 Deep experience with APIs, SSO, cloud platforms, identity systems, data flows, and analytics u2022 Proven partnership with IT, Security, Legal, and Data organizations u2022 Experience managing large vendor portfolios and negotiating complex, multi-year contracts u2022 Strong executive presence with the ability to distill technical complexity into business insights u2022 Experience supporting high-stakes global events (20,000+ attendees, hybrid delivery, multimillion-dollar programs) u2022 Demonstrated people leadership and ability to scale teams in complex environments Who You Are u2022 A strategic leader who thrives in complexity and brings clarity, structure, and calm u2022 A collaborative partner who builds trust quickly and leads with empathy and accountability u2022 A clear communicator who simplifies complexity and drives alignment at all levels u2022 A steady presence under pressure who anticipates risk and makes thoughtful decisions u2022 A team-first, no-ego leader who values shared success and enjoys building great work together Learn More About Autodesk Welcome to Autodesk Amazing things are created every day with our software u2013 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 u2013 itu2019s 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 youu2019re 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 Salary transparency Salary is one part of Autodesku2019s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $156,200 and $252,670. Offers are based on the candidateu2019s 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. 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. Diversity & Belonging We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: Are you an existing contractor or consultant with Autodesk? Please search for open jobs and apply internally (not on this external site).

Created: 2026-01-14