Culture at Autodesk

The values that ignite our vision of a better world designed and made for all.

Creating a better world designed and made for all

We have ambitious goals of delivering a trusted Design and Make Platform for our customers and empowering Autodeskers to shape the world and their future. As the world navigates unprecedented challenges, our shared purpose is more important than ever before. Thankfully, our global team comprises some of the most optimistic, relentless, brave, ingenious, and trusted problem solvers on the planet.

Autodeskers power forward together, driven by five shared values and our commitment to acting as One Autodesk. This ethos permeates Autodesk— guiding the way we work and treat each other, informing how we connect with customers and partners, and defining the way we show up in the world.

We know that our culture isn’t just an abstract collection of ideals; it is a dynamic force shaped by the everyday actions and decisions of Autodeskers. That’s why we have a simple acronym that helps us remember what it means to be an Autodesker.

It’s One ORBIT, and it unites us all.

Our values

A clear and undeniable definition of what it means to be an Autodesker, and a fitting acronym to help us remember it. We are:

ONE AUTODESK

Fast or far, we go together

OPTIMISTIC

We believe in better

RELENTLESS

We’re unstoppable in our pursuit of results

BRAVE

We take smart risks and make bold decisions

INGENIOUS

We reimagine what is possible

TRUSTED

We earn and build trust through every interaction

Group of employees having a discussion

A place where you belong

We’re building a culture of belonging where all employees have equal opportunities to succeed and contribute. We strive to create an environment where everyone, everywhere, is excited to come to work, feels a sense of belonging, and can fully contribute their talents.

Shape the world, shape your future


See our culture in action on the Autodesk Life blog and join us to help lead the future of design.