AV Engineer

AV Engineer Overview

Anthropic is seeking an experienced AV Engineer specializing in builds and design to join their team in London. This role involves designing and implementing advanced AV systems that facilitate seamless collaboration across multiple office locations worldwide. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating detailed AV system designs, including schematic and wiring diagrams, and programming these systems to meet specific operational needs. They will oversee the deployment of AV solutions from initial concept through to operational readiness, ensuring that new offices are fully equipped and functional from day one.

Key responsibilities include managing AV procurement, collaborating with architects and contractors during build phases, testing and integrating emerging AV technologies to enhance user experience, and developing automated solutions to improve system reliability and reduce operational overhead. The role also involves ensuring AV systems meet enterprise security standards in partnership with Security and IT teams, maintaining comprehensive documentation, and overseeing global AV operations to uphold service quality standards. Additionally, the engineer will manage relationships with AV vendors and support AV operations during events, including production and maintenance tasks.

Qualifications and Skills

• Minimum of 8 years of experience designing and deploying AV systems in large enterprise settings.
• Proficiency in control system programming, especially with Q-Sys or similar platforms.
• Hands-on experience with video conferencing platforms, notably Google Meet, with familiarity with Zoom and Cisco/Webex being a plus.
• Ability to interpret and produce technical AV drawings such as schematics, wiring diagrams, and rack elevations.
• Strong understanding of digital signal processing (DSP), including echo cancellation, noise reduction, EQ, and automixing.
• Knowledge of enterprise video distribution, streaming, and broadcast standards.
• Excellent project management skills, capable of handling multiple projects under tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong troubleshooting abilities and confidence in diagnosing complex AV systems.
• Passion for delivering outstanding user experiences through innovative AV solutions.
• Desire to develop scalable AV infrastructure from the ground up.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Annual salary between £210,000 and £250,000 GBP, reflecting experience and expertise.
• A hybrid working model requiring presence in the London office at least 25% of the time, with flexibility for travel and remote work.
• Opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge AI research focused on safety and societal impact.
• Support for up to 8 weeks of domestic and international travel annually to assist with office buildouts and expansions.
• Access to a collaborative, innovative workplace environment with generous vacation and parental leave policies.
• Optional equity donation matching and flexible working hours.
• A modern, well-equipped office space in London designed for collaboration and creativity.

Anthropic is committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply. They emphasize that they sponsor visas but may not be able to sponsor every candidate, though they will make reasonable efforts to assist with visa processes if an offer is made. The company values impactful AI research and fosters a collaborative environment where communication skills are highly valued.

Degree Requirement: Not Specified

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