Senior C++ Unreal Engineer

Hawk-Eye Innovations (HEI); United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 58,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sports technology company in the UK is seeking a Senior C++ Unreal Software Engineer. This role involves designing and implementing high-quality graphics solutions for live sports using Unreal Engine. Candidates should have strong expertise in C++, experience with graphics APIs, and a passion for AR and VR technologies. The position supports a hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of two days in the office in Basingstoke, London, or Bristol. Attractive benefits include 25 days of annual leave and an enhanced pension scheme.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Enhanced pension scheme with 5% matching

Hybrid working model

Complimentary Unmind wellbeing app

Onsite gym (Basingstoke)

Access to sporting events

Sony Group Company discounts

Qualifications

• Strong experience with Unreal Engine (ideally Unreal Engine 5) and C++.
• Advanced C++ expertise focused on clean, high-performance code.
• Experience with graphics APIs such as DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan.
• Knowledge of shader development using HLSL and/or GLSL.
• Solid 3D mathematics knowledge relevant to graphics programming.
• Experience with AR and/or VR pipelines.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement high-quality Unreal Engine solutions.
• Solve complex real-time graphics problems in live sports contexts.
• Improve performance across graphics systems.
• Collaborate with engineers and artists to deliver production-ready solutions.

Skills

Unreal Engine

C++

Graphics APIs

Shader development

3D mathematics

AR/VR pipelines

Agile environments

Git

Job description

Senior C++ Unreal Software Engineer

Hawk-Eye Innovations

Salary £58,810 – £80,190 per annum
(depending on experience and level)

Location Hybrid working – minimum 2 days per week in the office
Office locations: Basingstoke, London, or Bristol

Join Our Team

Hi, I’m Gavin Cox, Graphics Discipline Lead at Hawk-Eye Innovations, and I’m excited to invite you to consider joining our world‑class team as a Senior C++ Unreal Software Engineer.

If you’re an experienced engineer passionate about real‑time graphics, Unreal Engine, and pushing the boundaries of AR and VR in live sports environments, this role offers the chance to make a real impact on sports broadcasting and officiating at the highest level.

What You’ll Be Working On

As a Senior C++ Unreal Software Engineer, you’ll play a key technical role in building and evolving our Unreal‑powered graphics pipeline. You’ll work across the full development lifecycle, from investigating complex issues to designing and delivering core systems used in live broadcast environments.

Your work will include:

• Designing, architecting, and implementing high‑quality Unreal Engine solutions

• Solving complex real‑time graphics problems in live sports contexts

• Improving performance, scalability, and reliability across graphics systems

• Working closely with engineers, artists, and stakeholders to deliver robust, production‑ready solutions

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead technical discussions and contribute to design decisions

• Mentor and support junior and mid‑level engineers

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across engineering and creative disciplines

• Take part in sprint planning, stand‑ups, and design reviews

Technical Excellence & Code Quality

• Develop and optimise AR/VR and backend graphics systems

• Integrate Unreal Engine with in‑house tools and art pipelines

• Maintain high standards through code reviews, testing, and debugging

• Take ownership of technical solutions and long‑term maintainability

What We Value

At Hawk‑Eye, we value technical excellence, collaboration, and curiosity. As a senior engineer, you’ll have the autonomy to influence how systems are built while being supported by a highly skilled, collaborative team.

Your work will directly contribute to innovative graphics solutions used across elite‑level sport and global broadcasting.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

We’re looking for someone with:

• Strong experience using Unreal Engine (ideally Unreal Engine 5), with C++ and Blueprints

• Advanced C++ expertise (C++11 / 14 / 17), focused on clean, maintainable, high‑performance code

• Experience with graphics APIs such as DirectX, OpenGL, or Vulkan

• Shader development experience using HLSL and/or GLSL

• Solid 3D mathematics knowledge relevant to graphics programming

• Hands‑on experience working with AR and/or VR pipelines

• Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum, Kanban, or similar)

• Strong familiarity with Git or equivalent version control systems

• Experience mentoring others and leading by example

Experience with other game engines is a bonus.

Reward, Benefits, and Wellness

UK Benefits

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)

• Enhanced pension scheme with 5% matching

• Hybrid working model

• Complimentary Unmind wellbeing app

• Onsite gym (Basingstoke)

• Access to sporting events and tickets

• Sony Group Company discounts

Hungary Benefits

• Annual leave in line with local labour law

• Hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office)

• Access to sporting events and tickets

• Sony Group Company discounts

• Cafeteria benefits, including:

  • SZÉP Card

  • Nursery & Kindergarten contributions

  • Annual MOL Bubi Pass

• Private medical insurance

• Life & accident insurance

• MindentMent Dental Clinic discounts

• Seniority awards

• Employee Assistance Program

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you’re a senior Unreal Engine developer excited by building high‑performance, real‑time graphics for live sport, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Hawk‑Eye Innovations and help shape the future of sports technology and broadcasting.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Sports Businesses’ aim is that our workforce is diverse and inclusive. Sony Sports Businesses is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.

We employ, retain, promote and treat all employees and applicants fairly, based on their skills, qualifications and professional experience. Our commitment is to provide a respectful and inclusive environment where people can contribute, develop and succeed.