Lead Platform Engineer - Audio Video/UC

We are on the lookout for an innovative and proactive Lead Platform Engineer specializing in Audio Video and Unified Communications to guide our team in transforming our systems. This pivotal role focuses on establishing the technical strategy and overall standards for our collaboration systems, architecting complex deployments while keeping our technologies ahead of the curve with the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and automation. Located in McLean, VA; Plano, TX; or Richmond, VA, we offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive set of benefits that foster a supportive and inclusive work environment.

- High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent certification
- Minimum of 6 years of experience with build and deployment tools (such as Jenkins, GitHub, or Artifactory)
- At least 4 years of experience working with AWS
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role
- Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
- Strong experience with DevOps practices in hardware and software at scale (preferred)
- Extensive knowledge of enterprise networking, video conferencing, and cybersecurity principles applied to networked devices (preferred)
- Proven track record of driving technical strategies and managing complex projects (preferred)

- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to enhance engineering quality and execution within the team
- Advocate for engineering best practices including thorough code reviews and documentation
- Facilitate technical discussions and design reviews for significant platform initiatives
- Communicate and implement the technical vision and roadmap for platform engineering, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives
- Spearhead the integration of AI and automation to enhance AV systems and improve user experience
- Establish and enforce AV technology standards while evaluating new solutions
- Maintain expertise in platform architecture, ensuring availability, scalability, and security
- Collaborate with product managers and security teams to convert business needs into effective technical solutions
- Implement DevOps strategies to streamline engineering processes, emphasizing automation and quality assurance
- Plan and oversee platform engineering projects, managing timelines and risks
- Standardize procedures for troubleshooting complex technical issues
- Direct software and firmware release processes to ensure smooth upgrades and maintenance
- Lead incident response and conduct reviews for operational improvement
- Define and track performance indicators for platform health and system performance