Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Job Summary

As an Entry-Level Software Engineer, you will join an Agile development team working on internet-connected (IoT) lighting and sensing systems. In this role, you will support the design, development, testing, and deployment of software used in cloud, mobile, and web applications.
You will work on a variety of projects, including front-end and back-end development, while collaborating closely with product managers, architects, QA engineers, and other developers. This position is ideal for someone eager to learn, grow technical skills, and contribute to customer-focused software solutions that improve how people experience lighting technology.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Assist in designing, developing, testing, and maintaining software features that connect cloud, mobile, and IoT components
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following team standards
• Participate in Agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, reviews, and retrospectives
• Collaborate with team members to understand requirements and implement solutions that meet both technical and business needs
• Contribute to front-end and/or back-end development under the guidance of more experienced engineers
• Participate in peer code reviews and learn best practices from feedback
• Help identify and fix bugs and performance issues
• Support automated testing efforts and learn test-driven and quality-focused development practices
• Follow Agile and Scrum principles, adapting to changing requirements and priorities
• Use version control and development tools consistently to support team collaboration

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• 0–2 year of experience with software development (including internships, co-ops, or academic projects)
• Basic experience with JavaScript and React for front-end development
• Working knowledge of one or more programming languages such as C#, C++, JavaScript, HTML, or Python
• Familiarity with software development tools such as Git, SQL, and basic debugging techniques
• Understanding of fundamental software engineering concepts and best practices
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, MIS, or a related field
• Exposure to Agile or Scrum development environments
• Experience with some of the following tools or technologies through coursework or projects:
o.NET / C#
o Node.js
o Azure or other cloud platforms
o Selenium, Xunit, or Nunit
o React or similar front-end frameworks
• Basic understanding of back-end development concepts and APIs
• Familiarity with SQL and relational databases
• Exposure to Test-Driven Development (TDD) concepts
• Interest in IoT, cloud-based systems, or hardware-software integration

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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