Software Engineer - C++ (SMART Officiating)

Hawk-Eye Innovations is seeking a C++ Software Engineer for its SMART Officiating team. This role involves developing cutting-edge solutions for live and post-match playback, video capture, and synchronised output in sports. The engineer will collaborate on designing and implementing components, working on hardware interfacing, network protocols, audio/video processing, and UI, ensuring high performance and reliability for critical sporting moments.

Must Have

• Proficiency in modern C++ (ideally up to C++20)
• Experience writing multithreaded, performance-optimised code
• Familiarity with tools like Git, Visual Studio, and debugging workflows
• Knowledge of relevant libraries such as Qt, FFmpeg, OpenGL, or audio processing tools
• A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn

Good to Have

• Exposure to network protocols or video/audio encoding
• Experience with AWS
• Passion for sport or experience working in high-performance environments

Perks & Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 public holidays
• Enhanced Pension Scheme: 5% matching
• Flexible Working: Hybrid model (2 days in the office per week)
• Wellness: Complimentary Unmind app, onsite gym (Basingstoke)
• Exclusive Perks: Access to sporting events and tickets, Sony Group Company discounts

Software Engineer - C++ (SMART Officiating)

Salary Banding: £44,910 – £58,810 per annum

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Location: Hybrid, 2 Days a week in the office, minimum

Office Locations: Basingstoke, Bristol, London

Join Our Team as a Software Engineer in SMART Officiating at Hawk-Eye Innovations

Hi, I’m Tim Seals, Principal Software Engineer and C++ Apps Discipline Lead at Hawk-Eye Innovations. We build systems that power some of the most exciting and critical moments in sport — from instant replays to high-stakes officiating decisions seen by millions around the world.

Our SMART Officiating team is the backbone of these systems, developing cutting-edge solutions for live and post-match playback, video capture, and synchronised output — all while maintaining the reliability and performance elite sport demands.

We’re looking for a Software Engineer with strong C++ skills, a curious mindset, and a passion for solving real-world problems in high-pressure environments. Whether you’re optimising multithreaded code for live encoding or interfacing with video hardware, you’ll be making a direct impact on how fans, players, and officials experience the game.

What You'll Be Doing

• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement components for our SMART Officiating systems
• Working on a range of challenges — from hardware interfacing and network protocols to audio/video processing and UI
• Building efficient, robust multithreaded C++ code
• 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

What We're Looking For

• Proficiency in modern C++ (ideally up to C++20)
• Experience writing multithreaded, performance-optimised code
• Familiarity with tools like Git, Visual Studio, and debugging workflows
• Knowledge of relevant libraries such as Qt, FFmpeg, OpenGL, or audio processing tools
• Exposure to network protocols or video/audio encoding is a bonus
• A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn from a world-class team

Bonus Points For

• Experience with AWS.
• Passion for sport or experience working in high-performance environments

Benefits & Perks

• • Annual Leave: 25 days plus 8 public holidays
• • Enhanced Pension Scheme: 5% matching
• • Flexible Working: Hybrid model (2 days in the office per week)
• • Wellness: Complimentary Unmind app, onsite gym (Basingstoke)
• • Exclusive Perks: Access to sporting events and tickets, Sony Group Company discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. Everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, race, religion, age, disability, or background. We want you to be your best and truest self here.

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If you’re excited by the idea of solving real-world problems at scale and want to make a difference in the world of sports tech, we’d love to hear from you.

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