Software Engineer Senior - C++

Acuity Brands, Inc; Cork; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in Cork, Ireland is seeking a Sr. Software Engineer to develop software for the Q-SYS platform, a rapidly growing audio, video, and control ecosystem. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in software development, particularly in C++ and Linux environments. Responsibilities include software development for the pro audio industry, collaborating with a skilled team for quality assurance, and taking ownership of significant software components. This position offers a challenging role in an innovative field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of work experience in a software development environment.
• Experience in developing C++ application software in Linux OS.
• Proficiency in modern C++ standards.

Responsibilities

• Develop software in the pro audio, video & control industry.
• Work with Software Quality Assurance on test strategies.
• Take ownership of software components.

Skills

C++ application software

Linux OS

Embedded systems design

Network Communication Protocols

Multi-threaded application design

Education

B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Python

Google Test

Unity

Job description

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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 Sr. Software Engineer will work with an experienced team of software, firmware, and hardware engineers to develop our 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 position is based in Cork, Ireland.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Develop world-class software within the pro audio, video & control industry
• Develop C++ application software in Linux OS
• Embedded systems/firmware design, implementation and deployment
• Work with Software Quality Assurance to develop appropriate test strategies
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 8 years of work experience in a software development environment
• Experience in developing C++ application software in Linux OS
• Experience with the features of modern C++ and its effective use in solving real-world problems
• Experience with the best principles, practices, and patterns of software architecture and design
• Embedded platform development experience
• Must be able to take ownership of large portions of the software from a technical perspective
• Must be self-motivated in order to achieve assigned objectives with minimal supervision
• Proficiency in several of the following areas:
• C++20 and modern C++ standards
• Network Communication Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, IGMP, HTTP
• Encryption and Computer Security experience is a plus
• Real-time embedded systems
• High performance, distributed, or high availability systems
• Multi-threaded application design
• Unit testing (Python and Google Test are a plus)
• Unity experience is a plus

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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