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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 Solutions Architect is responsible for providing pre-sales support and guidance to Q-SYS customers and the Business Development Managers who are responsible for establishing and managing end customer relationships. The Solution Architect is an expert at designing solutions within the Q-SYS ecosystem, resolving technical pre-sales inquiries, and providing training to top Q-SYS adopters. They will be tasked with developing in-depth knowledge of the technical preferences, use cases, and pipeline of key end customers and will aid internal and external stakeholders to ensure that successful AV experiences can be consistently delivered.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Analyze the functional requirements and use cases of key clients and propose Q-SYS software solutions that meet their expectations and goals. Commonly these proposals will include design narratives, signal flow drawings, and detailed programming and commissioning scopes of work.

Deliver technical presentations, demonstrations, and on-site proof of concept implementation and optimization.

Provide technical training and delivery of existing Q-SYS curriculum as well as develop custom training materials catered to specific verticals and projects.

Communicate across several Q-SYS internal functions including Dealer Channel Sales, Marketing, Product Management, Technical Services, Professional Services, and Quality Assurance divisions of any product problems or emerging customer needs.

Represent Q-SYS at regional and national trade shows.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

BA/BS in Communications, Computer Science, or a related field preferred

Minimum 5 years hands-on experience in commercial AV installation/integration project management, programming services, or AV manufacturer application engineering/technical training role

Experience and comfort with video teleconferencing, control, and audio-video distribution systems especially as it relates to Q-SYS portfolio of hardware and software solutions

Experience improving technology interactions for end-user customers based on analysis of customer needs and vetted use cases

Experience with DCHP, IPsec, VLAN, layer 3 routing, TCP, UDP, multicast management

Possess strong computer skills including Microsoft Office and CRM software (Salesforce experience a plus)

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to maintain calm demeanor under pressure

Ability to understand, consult, and troubleshoot AV networking

Passion for user experience

Preferred Skills and Experience

Enterprise AV management experience a plus

Experience with performance audio tuning and gain staging desirable

Industry certifications including AVIXA, Q-SYS, PMI, Cisco, CompTIA, and AQAV appreciated

Other

Travel up to 40%

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 $83,000 to $121,000. 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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