Principal Software Engineer - C++ (Cloud Video Framework)

Basingstoke, London, Bristolfull-timelead

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Principal Software Engineer - C++ (Cloud Video Framework) Salary Banding: £74,340 - £100,340 per annumContract: Full-Time, PermanentWorking Location: Hybrid, 2 Days a week in the office, minimumOffice Locations: Basingstoke, Bristol, London Join Our Team as a Principal Software Engineer in Cloud…

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C++ Authority: Mastery of modern C++ (ideally up to C++20) with extensive experience writing multithreaded, performance-optimized code for high-pressure environments. Deep Video Expertise: Significant experience "under the hood" with video.

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Hi, I’m Tim Seals, Principal Software Engineer and C++ Apps Discipline Lead. At Hawk-Eye, 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 Cloud Video Framework team is the engine behind these moments. We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of our next-generation video services. While our heritage is in-stadia hardware, our future is a hybrid ecosystem where "the edge" meets the cloud. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on building the foundational frameworks that ensure our video remains performant, frame-accurate, and rock-solid in any environment.

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What We Offer

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✓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

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.

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.