Program Manager Senior - Technology

Company: Acuity Brands
Location: Costa Mesa
Posted on: January 17, 2026

Job Description:

Atrius® is a team of innovative and ambitious people creating cutting-edge cloud applications that collect, analyze, and mobilize data to make buildings more efficient, sustainable, and easier to navigate. From the world’s largest airports and enterprise campuses to cutting-edge venues, building owners and operators leverage Atrius technology to optimize energy resources, reach their sustainability goals, and deliver digital precision over physical spaces. Atrius is part of Acuity Intelligent Spaces, a division of Acuity Inc. revolutionizing spaces to sense, think, and act. 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 Leads cross-functional development teams to define, plan, and execute complex software and cloud architecture programs from concept through production deployment. Owns program schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies across multiple concurrent software initiatives. Interfaces with internal stakeholders (Product Management, Engineering, QA, DevOps) and external partners to ensure technical alignment and successful delivery of scalable solutions. Partners closely with software engineering teams to plan sprint deliverables, track velocity, manage dependencies, and proactively resolve blockers to ensure timely delivery of robust, high-quality applications and cloud services. Drives adoption of Agile and Program Management best practices, enabling continuous improvement in execution and delivery. Fosters a culture of transparency, accountability, and cross-functional collaboration across software and cloud development teams. Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Program Management - Leads multiple high-impact software and cloud programs with strategic importance. Drives adoption of PMO and Agile best practices to support scalable growth and technical excellence across the organization. Program Execution - Executes PMO strategy across software development and cloud architecture initiatives. Manages cross-functional resources, resolves technical and organizational blockers, influences stakeholder decisions, and communicates program status and outcomes with clarity and precision. Team Management - Oversee program team execution, set schedules, assign tasks, coach and motivate team members. Education (minimum education required) Bachelor of Science Preferred Education (i.e. type of degree) Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Skills and Minimum Experience Required Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional software and cloud development teams. Proficiency in Agile and Program Management methodologies (e.g., Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) and tools such as Jira, Confluence, and Azure DevOps. Proven ability to manage multiple complex software and cloud programs concurrently, ensuring alignment with product roadmaps and technical milestones. Hands-on experience coordinating across hardware, software, and cloud architecture teams, with a strong understanding of SDLC and CI/CD pipelines. Advanced problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a focus on identifying technical risks early and driving resolution through collaboration and data-driven analysis. Preferred Skills and Experience Experience in AV/IT or building management technology industry Physical Requirements Light work Travel Requirements 1-20% The range for this position is $120,000 to $210,000. 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. For a list of our benefits, click here. 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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