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Software Engineer Lead

Req ID:  13029
Work Flexibility:  Hybrid

                                                   

QSC is creating exceptional, people-centric experiences with the perfect balance of technology and creativity. Q-SYS, our innovative full stack audio, video and control platform, unifies data, devices and a cloud-first architecture, empowering organizations to deliver transformative AV experiences across built spaces. Building on the QSC legacy, QSC Audio delivers audio technology that empowers live entertainers and sound reinforcement professionals with the confidence to create and deliver memorable experiences for their audiences.

Atrius, Distech Controls and QSC are part of the Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS) business segment. Our mission is to make spaces smarter, safer and greener through our strategy of connecting the edge with the cloud using disruptive technologies that leverage data interoperability.

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Job Summary

The Lead Software Engineer will work with an experienced team of software, firmware, and hardware engineers to lead the design and development of the Q‑SYS platform. Q‑SYS is a fast‑growing, award‑winning software and hardware platform built on cutting‑edge audio, video, and control products. This role provides technical leadership and architectural guidance while remaining hands‑on. This position is based in Boulder, CO (Hybrid).

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

  • Lead development of world‑class software within the professional audio, video, and control industry
  • Architect, develop, and optimize C++ application software on Linux
  • Design, implement, and deploy embedded systems and firmware solutions
  • Partner with Software Quality Assurance to define test strategies and quality standards
  • Collaborate cross‑functionally to align technical solutions with product goals
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

  • B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or equivalent
  • 10+ years of experience in a professional software development environment
  • Proven experience developing complex C++ applications on Linux
  • Deep expertise with modern C++ standards and their application to real‑world systems
  • Strong background in software architecture, system design, and design patterns
  • Embedded platform development experience
  • Lead technical ownership of large, complex portions of the software stack
  • Provide technical direction, code reviews, and mentorship to other engineers
  • Drive architectural decisions and contribute to long‑term platform strategy
  • Highly self‑directed with the ability to deliver results with minimal supervision

Preferred Skills and Experience

  • C++20 and modern C++ standards
  • Network Communication Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, IGMP, HTTP
  • Encryption and computer security (plus)
  • Real‑time embedded systems
  • High‑performance, distributed, or high‑availability systems
  • Advanced multi‑threaded application design
  • Unit testing (Python and Google Test a plus)
  • Unity experience (plus)

QSC. is owned by Acuity Inc., which is located in the United States. These companies share a global recruitment system on which the data you provide will be stored, and which will be subject to the laws of the United States of America.

 

The range for this position is $104,200 to $187,500. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on role. For a list of our benefits, click here.

 

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.

 

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Nearest Major Market: Boulder
Nearest Secondary Market: Denver

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