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

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

Salary Banding: £74,340 - £100,340 per annum

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Working Location: Hybrid, 2 days a week in office (minimum)

Office Locations: Basingstoke, Bristol, London

About the Role

Join Hawk-Eye Innovations as a Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of next-generation video services. We build systems that power critical moments in sport—from instant replays to high-stakes officiating decisions seen by millions worldwide. Our Cloud Video Framework team is the engine behind these moments, and we're transitioning from in-stadia hardware to a hybrid ecosystem where the edge meets the cloud.

What You'll Be Doing

• Architectural Leadership: Own the technical roadmap for core C++ video frameworks, ensuring they are modular, scalable, and optimized for both local and distributed environments
• Engineering Excellence: Write and review high-performance, multithreaded C++ code that serves as the gold standard for the organization
• Video Mastery: Leverage deep knowledge of video codecs and optimization