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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 At Acuity, you will join a highly skilled and motivated team dedicated to building advanced platforms and applications that drive our business forward. AI is central to our vision for innovation and growth, and you will have the opportunity to contribute to impactful projects that use AI to solve real-world challenges. We are looking for passionate and driven developers to join our team. As a Software Engineer (Python, AI), you will collaborate with talented professionals in cross-functional Agile teams, helping to design and build scalable, cloud-native systems. You will be part of an environment that values technical excellence, encourages initiative, and supports your professional development as you take on new challenges and expand your expertise. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to grow, enjoys solving technical problems, and wants to make a meaningful contribution within a high-performing team. If you are looking to advance your career and work with modern technologies in a global company, we would love you to join us. Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Assist in designing and developing scalable software and REST APIs for Acuity’s digital ecosystem Contribute to solutions using Python (FastAPI, Flask, OOP, Typing, Async programming, Pydantic) and DevOps practices Support deployment and operation of containerized solutions using cloud native principles Help build and integrate AI features into software systems for automation and data intelligence Participate in implementing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines (DevOps Pipelines, ArgoCD, GitHub Actions etc) Collaborate in Agile environments, applying agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban to deliver iterative outcomes Take part in code reviews, pair programming, and technical discussions to ensure quality and continuous improvement Support unit, integration, and performance tests using PyTest with TDD/BDD practices Help ensure security best practices through AuthN/AuthZ (OpenID/OAuth2) and container vulnerability scanning Work with product management, cloud architecture, and data science teams to deliver business outcomes Skills And Minimum Experience Required Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience) 2+ years of professional software development experience Working knowledge of Python programming. Experience with other languages like Golang, Rust, Java are a bonus. Some experience building REST APIs (FastAPI, Flask, or similar) Familiarity with version control, such as Git and branching strategies Exposure to Agile development practices Prior experience with cloud technologies, such as Azure, AWS, or GCP Understanding of software testing and automation Good communication and teamwork skills Preferred Skills And Experience Familiarity with and demonstrable interest in AI, machine learning, or data-driven applications Exposure to containerization, such as Docker, or cloud-native development Familiarity with CI/CD tools or DevOps concepts Experience with SQL or NoSQL databases Curiosity about modern frameworks, such as LangChain, Hugging Face, or OpenAI API Interest in security best practices or DevSecOps Other Agile: Jira, Azure DevOps Collaboration: Confluence, Miro, Teams Development: Git, VSCode, Docker Testing: Postman, PyTest 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. Please click here and here for more information. 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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We are aware of phishing and fraudulent schemes in which individuals impersonate Acuity representatives or recruiting partners to solicit payments or sensitive personal information. As you navigate your job search, please keep the following in mind: No Financial Requests: Acuity will never ask candidates for payment, credit card information, banking details or other financial information during the interview process. Verify Recruiter Communications: Legitimate communications from Acuity recruiters will come from an “@acuityinc.com” email address. If you are contacted by a recruiting agency regarding a role with Acuity, the agency should clearly identify itself and its relationship to Acuity. If you suspect any suspicious activity, verify the agency legitimacy by contacting +1 877-584-1411, option# 0. Be Alert for Suspicious Activity: Exercise caution if you receive unsolicited outreach with unusual requests, grammatical errors, requests for personal or financial information, or pressure to act quickly. Always verify the sender before sharing information or clicking links. Report Suspected Fraud: If you receive a suspicious message or believe someone is impersonating Acuity or one of our recruiting partners, please contact +1 877-584-141, option# 0, report the incident to the FTC at ReportFraud.ftc.gov , or to your state attorney general .
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
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When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.