AV Engineer – London & United States East Coast

AV Engineer – London & United States East Coast Overview

Verkada is at the forefront of transforming how organizations secure their environments through an AI-powered platform that integrates video security, access control, air quality monitoring, alarms, intercoms, and visitor management. With over 30,000 customers, including more than 100 Fortune 500 companies, and a valuation of $5.8 billion, Verkada is rapidly expanding its impact worldwide.

The AV Engineer position for London and the United States East Coast is crucial for delivering outstanding audio-visual experiences across these regions. This role requires a high level of independence, as you will be responsible for the daily health of conference rooms and executive spaces while also being a key member of the installation team for major office buildouts.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary AV support resource for our European and US East Coast offices, ensuring the functionality of audio and video systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair professional audio systems, video displays, and video conferencing solutions.
• Provide premium AV support for executive meetings and significant events, including All Hands and leadership meetings.
• Participate as a core installer in medium to large office buildouts, handling tasks such as rack fabrication, cable termination, device mounting, and system testing.
• Document project details thoroughly, including as-builts and configuration notes, to ensure smooth handoff to operations.
• Assist with the commissioning, maintenance, and upgrades of AV hardware across the deployed systems.
• Conduct daily checks of conference rooms to confirm system readiness for use.
• Collaborate with regional AV and IT teams for remote troubleshooting and support.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors during projects and daily operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in corporate Audio Visual roles, with hands-on installation experience.
• Proven skills in rack building, cable pulling and termination, and mounting AV equipment.
• Familiarity with video conferencing platforms and hardware such as Zoom Rooms and similar technologies.
• Basic understanding of IT networking as it relates to AV systems; experience with Dante or AV-over-IP is advantageous.
• Experience with Q-SYS design, configuration, or commissioning is a strong plus.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with executives and clients professionally.
• Capability to read and interpret business and technical documentation.
• Certifications such as CTS, CTS-I, Q-SYS, or Dante are highly desirable but not mandatory.
• Must be available to work on-site in the London office five days a week and travel for projects as needed.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on ladders and lifts.

Employee Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare programs with premiums fully covered for employees and their families.
• Paid parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Retirement savings options.
• Generous paid time off, including holidays and personal sick days.
• Wellness and fitness benefits.
• Professional development stipend.
• Daily healthy lunches provided.
• Commuter benefits.

Verkada is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, or veteran status. We also sponsor employment visas for this role and will make every effort to assist with visa applications for successful candidates.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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