Senior Software Engineer - C++ (SMART Officiating)

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Join Hawk-Eye Innovations as a Senior Software Engineer in C++ for SMART Officiating, a full-time hybrid role based in Basingstoke with two office days per week and options in Bristol or London. You’ll design and implement components for live and post‑match systems, tackling hardware interfacing, video processing, and high‑performance multithreaded C++ while mentoring junior engineers and guiding design decisions. What matters most is modern C++ proficiency (ideally up to C++20), experience with Git and Visual Studio, and familiarity with Qt FFmpeg OpenGL or audio tools; AWS knowledge is a bonus. To apply, showcase concrete, high‑stakes project outcomes, cross‑functional collaboration, and a demonstrated passion for sport.

Senior Software Engineer - C++ (SMART Officiating)

Salary Banding: £58,810 - £80,190 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 Senior 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 Senior 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

• Lead technical discussions and contribute to design decisions

• Mentor and support junior and mid-level engineers

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.

Apply Today

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.