The AV Engineer job family at Astreya supports the design, deployment, maintenance, and optimization of audio-visual (AV) and unified communications (UC) technologies in a global, fast-paced technology environment.
This includes AV infrastructure in conference rooms, event spaces, executive communication platforms, and streaming/broadcast capabilities.
As levels progress, responsibilities shift from execution and troubleshooting to project leadership, system architecture, global governance, and cross-functional alignment.
Leads strategic AV infrastructure projects, including office builds, retrofits, and executive space upgrades. • Oversees multi-site AV deployments and ensures alignment with enterprise AV design standards. • Defines scalable AV solutions and drives innovation for cross-regional collaboration.
Key Deliverables by Level Architect complex AV systems across locations, including broadcast/event spaces and executive conference rooms
Oversee large-scale AV rollouts, retrofits, and infrastructure upgrades
Develop and enforce AV design standards, configuration templates, and quality benchmarks
Collaborate cross-functionally to align AV deployments with IT security and networking policies
Analyze performance data and recommend innovations to improve reliability and user experience.
Assist with AV equipment setup, teardown, and room resets.
Perform routine checks and preventive maintenance of AV gear.
Respond to and resolve simple technical issues under supervision.
Escalate unresolved issues promptly to higher-level engineers.
Log and track support tickets accurately.
Troubleshoot and resolve intermediate AV/VC issues across rooms and endpoints.
Maintain AV asset inventory and perform firmware/software updates.
Support live meetings, events, and broadcasts (e.g., Zoom, MS Teams).
Document root cause analysis and resolutions.
Coordinate with vendors for repairs and replacements.
Act as AV/VC SME for a region or major site
Design, implement, and optimize AV system configurations and room standards
AV deployments and upgrades in collaboration with Facilities and IT Monitor performance metrics and drive proactive issue resolution
Train and mentor junior engineers and support staff
Oversee project management for global AV initiatives (e.g., standardization, scaling).
Evaluate and deploy emerging technologies for hybrid work and collaboration.
Define and enforce global AV infrastructure standards.
Serve as escalation point for high-impact incidents.
Partner with network and security teams to ensure AV system integrity.
Define enterprise AV strategy, roadmap, and architecture.
AV planning for global new offices, executive spaces, and event environments.
Manage vendor relationships, procurement, and budget alignment.
Influence executive-level decisions on hybrid work, broadcast, and collaboration tech.
Establish governance model for AV operations, analytics, and SLAs.
Adapt to evolving technologies and priorities
Communicate with technical and non-technical audiences
Leads root cause analysis for complex failures - Drives AV process improvement and automation efforts
Collaborates with cross-functional leaders and vendors - Presents system updates and deployment plans
Manages multi-site projects and ensures timely delivery - Develops deployment schedules and resource plans
Defines governance protocols for AV design, deployment, and lifecycle - Ensures global consistency in room standards
Requirements
Associate degree or Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering field.Master’s degree in IT, Engineering Minimum Requirements: 5–8 years of AV engineering experience with a focus on system design, multi-site deployments, or infrastructure leadership.Experience coordinating vendors, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with global AV standards.
AV hardware (cameras, microphones, DSPs, speakers, displays) AV-over-IP and digital signage systems VC platforms (Zoom, Teams, Webex, Meet) Signal flow and control systems (Crestron, Q-SYS, AMX) Troubleshooting audio/video/networking issues
Technical documentation and knowledge base creation AV system design and commissioning (Level III+) Project scoping and stakeholder engagement (Level IV+) Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Provide white-glove support for executives and high-visibility events (Level III+) Competencies: Each level represents a progression in complexity, autonomy, and responsibility.
The higher the level, the more critical thinking, leadership, and expertise are required.
Designs and optimizes AV system architectures - Oversees AV infrastructure upgrades and room standardization
Comfortable with frequent standing, bending, climbing ladders, and working in ceiling spaces
Must be able to operate hand tools and diagnostic equipment
Work in varied environments (conference rooms, labs, event spaces, outdoors)
