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      <Title>Senior Audio Visual Engineer</Title>
      <Description><![CDATA[<p>We&#39;re seeking a talented Senior Audio Visual Engineer to join our team. As a key member of our AV team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cutting-edge AV systems that enhance our collaboration, presentation, and event spaces. Your expertise will help create immersive and engaging environments that inspire our teams and leave a lasting impression on our guests.</p>
<p>Responsibilities:</p>
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<li>Oversee the design, installation, configuration, and integration of AV systems.</li>
<li>Perform hands-on setup, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of AV equipment for live events, meetings, and presentations.</li>
<li>Plan and support events ranging from 300+ person internal/external events to small team meetings.</li>
<li>Act as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues, ensuring minimal downtime and quick resolution.</li>
<li>Collaborate with clients, event planners, IT teams, and vendors to assess needs, plan layouts, and execute AV setups for small to large-scale events.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain documentation, including maintenance schedules, troubleshooting guides, inventory tracking, and system diagrams.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and industry best practices during installations and operations.</li>
<li>Manage project timelines, budgets (for small projects), and resource allocation while maintaining profitability and quality.</li>
<li>Stay current with emerging AV technologies and recommend upgrades or improvements</li>
<li>Provide exceptional customer service, including on-site support and post-event debriefs</li>
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<p>Basic Qualifications:</p>
<ul>
<li>Associate&#39;s or Bachelor&#39;s degree in Audio Visual Technology, Electronics, Information Technology, or a related field preferred (or equivalent experience).</li>
<li>5+ years in audio-visual technical roles, with at least 2 years in a lead, senior, or supervisory position. Experience in corporate, educational, or event environments is a plus.</li>
<li>CTS (Certified Technology Specialist) from AVIXA strongly preferred; additional certifications like Crestron, Extron, Dante, or Biamp are highly desirable.</li>
<li>Proficiency with AV control systems (Crestron, AMX, Extron), video conferencing (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Cisco Webex), digital signal processing (DSP), and networking basics.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of audio/video signal flow, cabling, rigging, lighting, and projection systems.</li>
<li>Experience with live event production, including mixing boards, cameras, and streaming.</li>
<li>Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities; ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities. Strong customer service orientation and team collaboration.</li>
<li>Physical Requirements: Ability to lift heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs), climb ladders, and work in varied environments (including evenings/weekends for events). Valid driver&#39;s license may be required</li>
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<p>Additional Requirements:</p>
<ul>
<li>Must be physically fit enough to regularly lift up to 30 lbs. for duties such as delivering computers, unpacking and rack-mounting equipment, etc.</li>
<li>Must be willing to work extended hours and weekends as needed.</li>
<li>Must be willing to travel</li>
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<p>Compensation and Benefits: $115,000 - $145,000 Base salary is just one part of our total rewards package at xAI, which also includes equity, comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage, access to a 401(k) retirement plan, short &amp; long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and various other discounts and perks.</p>
<p>ITAR Requirements: To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here.</p>
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      <Jobtype>full-time</Jobtype>
      <Experiencelevel>senior</Experiencelevel>
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      <Salaryrange>$115,000 - $145,000</Salaryrange>
      <Skills>AV control systems, video conferencing, digital signal processing, networking basics, audio/video signal flow, cabling, rigging, lighting, projection systems, live event production, mixing boards, cameras, streaming</Skills>
      <Category>Engineering</Category>
      <Industry>Technology</Industry>
      <Employername>xAI</Employername>
      <Employerlogo>https://logos.yubhub.co/xai.com.png</Employerlogo>
      <Employerdescription>xAI creates AI systems to understand the universe and aid humanity in its pursuit of knowledge.</Employerdescription>
      <Employerwebsite>https://www.xai.com</Employerwebsite>
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      <Applyto>https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/xai/jobs/5035931007</Applyto>
      <Location>Palo Alto, CA</Location>
      <Country></Country>
      <Postedate>2026-04-18</Postedate>
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