AV Control Systems Engineer: Programming & Integration

Red Thread; Andover (MA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

STD

LTD

Life/AD&D

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Red Thread is seeking an AV Programmer to design, develop, deploy, and maintain AV control systems for client projects. You will program control platforms, build robust interfaces, and integrate AV hardware with networked software.

You’ll work with engineers, project teams, and clients to define functionality and deliver scalable solutions. The role requires 3+ years in AV programming, strong knowledge of C++, Java, Lua, and web frameworks like Flask/Django; Linux experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an AV Programmer or similar role.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or similar field preferred.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and the Software Development Lifecycle.
• Advanced knowledge of modern programming languages and frameworks.
• Experience with C++, Java, and other scripting languages such as Lua are a plus.
• Knowledge of back-end web development frameworks such as Flask or Django.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy AV control system programs for audiovisual projects.
• Program and configure AV control platforms, user interfaces, and system logic.
• Collaborate with systems engineers, project managers, and clients to define system functionality, scope, and implementation approach.
• Develop maintainable, well‑documented control code and system architectures that support long‑term support and scalability.
• Modify and update existing control programs to address system changes, improve performance, or support new hardware and integrations.
• Integrate AV control systems with networked devices, DSP platforms, video distribution systems, and third‑party technologies.
• Develop scripts, utilities, or software tools that improve programming workflows, system monitoring, or internal engineering productivity.
• Perform system testing, debugging, and validation to ensure reliable operation.
• Support commissioning and troubleshooting efforts during field integration & commissioning.
• Create technical documentation and provide guidance to field engineers and service team.
• Research emerging technologies and modern programming methods to enhance system capability and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to apply software development practices to improve AV programming standards, automation, and internal tools.

Skills

C++

Java

Lua

Asynchronous programming

Multithreaded programming

RESTful APIs

WebSocket

Linux

Git

Bitbucket

SQL

MongoDB

Flask

Django

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or similar field

Tools

Git

Bitbucket

Flask

Django

Job description

Red Thread is seeking an AV Programmer to design, develop, deploy, and maintain AV control systems for client projects. You will program control platforms, build robust interfaces, and integrate AV hardware with networked software.

You’ll work with engineers, project teams, and clients to define functionality and deliver scalable solutions. The role requires 3+ years in AV programming, strong knowledge of C++, Java, Lua, and web frameworks like Flask/Django; Linux experience is essential.