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Position Summary

• Develops programming control solutions for complex audiovisual systems, configures and commissions DSP devices, and collaborates with network and server teams on the configuration and setup of instructional management server (Fusion) and XIO cloud applications
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand the AV requirements for classrooms, lecture halls, conference rooms, and other educational spaces
• Program custom audiovisual solutions to meet the specific needs of each environment
• Develop and program systems to provide intuitive user interfaces for managing audio, video, and other AV equipment
• Recommends the necessary hardware, software, and networking components required for seamless integration
• Maintains version control and library of all programs ensuring systems are up to date, firmware is current, and systems are secure
• Provide ongoing programming support and maintenance for existing audio video systems across campus
• Diagnose and resolve technical issues related to AV equipment and programming
• Conduct regular system checks and programming updates to ensure optimal performance and reliability
• Maintain expertise on emerging academic technologies and their appropriate applications for learning spaces at UB. Where appropriate, recommend technologies for pilot evaluation in consultation with IT Customer Service leadership. Conduct benchmark research to identify classroom technology support issues and trends.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, electronics, or a related field with 3 years of computer programming experience. A combination of education and experience will be considered
• This position requires local travel between each university campus and off-campus. Must demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of this position
• Ability to write structured application/interface code from specifications conforming to established methodology and standards for AV systems such as Q-SYS, Crestron and Extron control systems
• Applicants must be eligible to work within the United States on a full time basis. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment visa at this time

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated proficiency in C++, C#, Python, HTML 5, working knowledge of IP based systems and network topologies and layers
• Experience with Unity, or Unreal engine
• 3 or more years of experience working in a highly complex higher education environment
• AVIXA (Audio Visual and Integrated Experience Association) CTS, CTS-D or CTS-I
• Crestron Certified Programmer certification or be able to obtain a certified programmer certificate within eighteen months of hire
• BiAmp TesiraForte certification
• Dante certification
• COMP TIA network
• Ability to read and interpret building plans, blueprints, and schematics to incorporate infrastructure and media systems into new and remodel projects

Physical Demands

• Must be able to identify colors used for standard wire coding
• Occasionally ascends and descends a ladder to install and/or repair A/V equipment weighing up to 50 pounds