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Acuity

Accounting services from bookkeeping to CFOs

Research Engineer - Applied Research & Technology

Full-TimeUpdated
$93k - $167.4k+ Commissions/incentive compensation
Mid
Bachelor's, Master's
Boulder, CO, USA
HybridOn-site presence in Boulder, Colorado, following a hybrid work model.
AI & Machine LearningApplied Machine Learning

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • At least 3 years of software development experience, with strong expertise in Python and solid object-oriented design principles.
  • Experience developing, fine-tuning, and deploying machine learning models using frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX, or TensorRT for edge or real-time applications.
  • Practical understanding of basic computer vision fundamentals, image processing, object detection, or spatial sensing architectures such as OpenCV or spatial tracking.
  • Familiarity with AV/C technologies, particularly QSC/Q-SYS core architectures, Lua scripting, or control API integrations.
  • Experience with REST APIs, gRPC, MQTT, WebSockets, and network communication protocols used in AV and IoT devices.
Responsibilities
  • Design, build, test, and deploy efficient machine learning pipelines and models tailored for real-time inference in edge and cloud-connected spatial environments.
  • Implement vision-based applications, such as occupancy analytics, spatial perception, and multi-modal signal processing, to enhance physical space context and automated room control.
  • Develop software integrations connecting AI/ML pipelines with audio-visual ecosystems, including QSC/Q-SYS control, audio signal flow, and smart room AV infrastructure.
  • Write clean, maintainable, modular, production-grade code in Python, C/C++, Go, or TypeScript for edge devices, middleware microservices, and API integrations.
  • Build end-to-end functional prototypes and proof-of-concepts, validate spatial intelligence algorithms, and transition them into scalable platform services.
  • Partner with hardware, firmware, software platform, and product management teams to translate research concepts into commercial solutions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with multi-modal AI models, speech processing, or audio analytics.
  • Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, edge deployment frameworks, or microservices architecture.
  • Experience integrating with smart building protocols such as BACnet and Modbus, or commercial IoT frameworks such as Atrius and Distech Controls.
  • Exposure to sensor fusion, real-time spatial analytics, or speaker-tracking visual integrations.

About the company

Acuity provides accounting services designed for high-growth startups, offering everything from virtual bookkeeping to fractional CFOs. It combines highly certified people, proven processes, and world-class accounting technologies to manage a company’s books and financial reporting. Clients access a range of services tailored to their needs, from day-to-day bookkeeping to strategic financial guidance, all supported by standardized workflows and advanced software. This makes Acuity different from competitors by focusing specifically on startups and growth-stage businesses, delivering a full spectrum of accounting functions under one roof and emphasizing scalable processes and tech. The goal is to let startups concentrate on building their business while Acuity handles their financial operations and helps them scale efficiently.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$1.5M

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2004

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Acuity's June 2026 blog and services pages show active client acquisition and content velocity.
  • Sorren backing expands tax depth, niche expertise, and cross-firm resources for complex clients.
  • Serving 1,000-plus companies proves repeatable demand across startups, ecommerce, SaaS, and creative agencies.

What critics are saying

  • Kenji Kuramoto left for Basis in April 2026, weakening Acuity's founder-led brand.
  • Acuity's 2025 Sorren merger and rebrand can confuse clients and erode loyalty.
  • Basis's $100 million AI push threatens CAS firms by automating accounting workflows.

What makes Acuity unique

  • Acuity, powered by Sorren, combines bookkeeping, tax, controller, and fractional CFO services.
  • Dedicated humans plus cloud tools like QuickBooks, Xero, Gusto, and BILL reduce friction.
  • No-contract, transparent pricing and Slack access fit startups needing flexible finance support.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Vacation
  • Gym Membership

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

-2%
Associated Press
Oct 1st, 2026
Acuity reports $4.6B full-year sales, up 7%, with adjusted diluted EPS rising 11% to $19.90

Acuity Inc. reported fiscal fourth-quarter 2026 net sales of $1.2 billion, up 3% year-over-year, and full-year sales of $4.6 billion, up 7%. The industrial technology company posted diluted earnings per share of $5.63 for the quarter, up 56%, and $17.05 for the full year, up 36%. Adjusted diluted EPS reached $5.77 in Q4, an 11% increase, and $19.90 for the full year, also up 11%. The company generated $826 million in cash flow from operations during fiscal 2026. During the quarter, Acuity received $44.9 million in tariff refunds and incurred $17.8 million in special charges related to product portfolio and supply chain initiatives. The company repaid $200 million of its term loan, increased its dividend by 18%, and repurchased over 940,000 shares for $287.2 million.

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