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# Senior C++ Software Engineer

- **Company:** Hawk-Eye Innovations
- **Location:** Basingstoke, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, C++ (Programming Language), Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Encodings, Software Debugging, FFmpeg, Design of User Interfaces, Microsoft Visual Studio, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Video Editing, Multithreading, Git, Low Latency, Live Streaming, Video Streaming, C++14
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/senior-c-software-engineer/44998018

## About the Role

Mentoring and supporting 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 Experience with networking (TCP/IP stack, streaming protocols) is required. Exposure to cloud technologies or video/audio encoding workflows is a plus A proactive mindset and eagerness to learn from a world-class engineering team Bonus Points For Knowledge of cloud architecture, preferably AWS Experience with FFmpeg, audio/video processing, or multimedia applications Working on a range of challenges, from hardware interfacing and network protocols to audio/video processing and UI development Passion for sport or experience working in high-performance environments Reward, Benefits and Wellness 25 days annual leave in addition to 8 public holidays Enhanced pension scheme (with 5% matching) Hybrid Working - 2 Days in the
office/3 days from home. Long Service Rewards Complimentary Unmind app Access to sporting events and tickets Onsite Gym (Basingstoke) 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

## Description

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, interfacing with video hardware, or building scalable tooling systems, you'll be making a direct impact on how fans, players, officials, and broadcasters experience sport. What You'll Be Doing Collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement components for our systems and tooling platforms You will work on developing and optimizing cloud video frameworks, including audio/video processing, streaming technologies, low-latency systems, and scalable cloud-based media solutions 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 Leading technical discussions and contributing to architectural and design decisions


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