Senior Manager User Experience Design
Company: Acuity Brands
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: January 17, 2026
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Job Description:
QSC is creating exceptional, people-centric experiences with the
perfect balance of technology and creativity. Q-SYS, our innovative
full stack audio, video and control platform, unifies data, devices
and a cloud-first architecture, empowering organizations to deliver
transformative AV experiences across built spaces. Building on the
QSC legacy, QSC Audio delivers audio technology that empowers live
entertainers and sound reinforcement professionals with the
confidence to create and deliver memorable experiences for their
audiences. Atrius, Distech Controls and QSC are part of the Acuity
Intelligent Spaces (AIS) business segment. Our mission is to make
spaces smarter, safer and greener through our strategy of
connecting the edge with the cloud using disruptive technologies
that leverage data interoperability. 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. Job Summary As a UX Lead and
Design Manager, you will lead and contribute to the full spectrum
of product design—spanning both digital software experiences and
physical hardware interfaces. You’ll guide the team through framing
design opportunities, concept exploration, prototyping, testing,
and delivering developer- and engineer-ready designs. You’ll also
oversee the creation and evolution of design systems and component
libraries that support cohesive, scalable experiences across
platforms. In addition to hands-on design work, you will manage and
mentor a small team of UX/UI designers, fostering their growth and
aligning their efforts with business and customer needs. You’ll be
instrumental in shaping how QSC delivers exceptional product
experiences that bridge the digital and physical worlds. Key Tasks
& Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Lead and contribute to the
design of converged, multi-channel solutions across both software
and hardware products. Build scalable systems and design frameworks
that empower your team and ensure consistency across product lines.
Manage and mentor a team of UX/UI designers, providing regular
feedback, career development guidance, and performance evaluations.
Drive multidisciplinary collaboration in agile and/or lean product
development environments across complex projects. Influence all
stages of the product lifecycle—product definition, user research,
design execution, development, QA, and hardware integration.
Partner closely with Product Managers and Engineering leads
(software and hardware) to ensure design solutions meet user needs
and business goals. Champion responsible design practices that
prioritize accessibility, inclusivity, and ethical considerations.
Foster a culture of curiosity and innovation at the intersection of
design, product, and technology. Contribute to organizational
initiatives that enhance team culture, design excellence, and
impact across QSC. Education (minimum education required) High
School Graduate Preferred Education (i.e. type of degree) Bachelor
of Arts Master of Arts in Drafting & Design Skills and Minimum
Experience Required A portfolio showcasing your direct
contributions across the full product design lifecycle (Discovery ?
Definition ? Design Execution ? Developer/Engineer Handoff),
including both digital and physical product experiences. Proven
success in launching digital and/or hardware-integrated products
and services, with at least 2 years of experience managing and
mentoring design teams. 7 years of experience in product design
within consultancies, in-house teams, or product organizations.
Demonstrated ability to translate complex business challenges and
user needs into elegant, functional design solutions across
modalities. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Design (Product,
Visual, Interaction, Industrial) or equivalent professional
experience. Strong time management skills to balance team
leadership with project deadlines. Excellent communication and
presentation skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts
to stakeholders and team members. Collaborative mindset with
experience working closely with engineers (software and hardware),
product managers, and cross-functional teams. A strong, empathetic
leader who inspires and motivates team members to deliver
high-quality work. Mastery of design tools such as Figma; bonus
points for front-end development or hardware prototyping
experience. Physical Requirements Sedentary Work Travel
Requirements 1-20% QSC. is owned by Acuity Inc., which is located
in the United States. These companies share a global recruitment
system on which the data you provide will be stored, and which will
be subject to the laws of the United States of America. The range
for this position is $104,000 to $185,000. Placement within this
range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and
geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including
health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and
commissions/incentive compensation depending on role. 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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