Principal C++ Engineer, Cloud Video Framework

Hawkeyeinnovations; Basingstoke; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme 5% matching

Hybrid Working - 2 Days in the office/

Long Service Rewards

Unmind app

Access to sporting events and tickets

Sony Group Discounts

Job summary

Hawk-Eye Innovations is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead C++ development for Cloud Video Framework in a fast-paced sports technology environment. You will shape architecture, mentor engineers, and drive high-performance video processing in live workflows.

The role demands strong C++20 skills, multithreading expertise, and collaboration with product and deployments across global office locations. Hybrid work offers in-office days and remote complement.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in modern C++ (up to C++20).
• Experience writing multithreaded, performance-optimised code.
• Familiarity with Git, Visual Studio, and debugging workflows.
• Experience with networking (TCP/IP) and streaming protocols; exposure to cloud or video/audio encoding is a plus.
• A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn from a world-class engineering team.

Responsibilities

• Engineering next-generation Video Review solutions across multiple sports disciplines.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement components for Video Review.
• Taking part in field testing and supporting deployments at live sporting events.
• Partnering with product teams and customers to refine and deliver the best solutions.
• Championing high code quality and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
• Leading technical discussions and contributing to architectural and design decisions.
• Mentoring, supporting and line managing engineers.

Skills

C++20

Multithreaded

Performance optimization

Networking

Cloud/video encoding

Proactive learner

Tools

Git

Visual Studio

Debugging workflows

Job description

Hawk-Eye Innovations is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to lead C++ development for Cloud Video Framework in a fast-paced sports technology environment. You will shape architecture, mentor engineers, and drive high-performance video processing in live workflows.

The role demands strong C++20 skills, multithreading expertise, and collaboration with product and deployments across global office locations. Hybrid work offers in-office days and remote complement.