C++ Software Engineer – Broadcast Replay

Salary:

£44,910 - £58,810Hybrid Working:

2 days per week in-office (London, Basingstoke or Bristol)

About the Team

Hi, I’m

Tim Seals , Principal Software Engineer and C++ Discipline Lead for Broadcast Replay at Hawk-Eye Innovations.We build systems that power some of the most exciting and critical moments in

sport and entertainment

— from instant replays to live performances seen by millions. Our

Broadcast Replay team

leads the charge on developing robust solutions for:

Live and post-match playback

Multi-angle video capture and synchronisation

High-performance, low-latency output systems

All while meeting the

demanding standards of elite sport and top-tier broadcasting .

What You’ll Be DoingDesigning and implementing C++ components for broadcast replay systems

Interfacing with video hardware, network protocols, and audio/video processing pipelines

Building efficient, multithreaded, performance-optimised C++ applications

Supporting live event deployments and on-site system testing

Collaborating with product teams and end users to refine solutions

Upholding high standards of code quality and contributing to best practices

What We’re Looking For

Proficiency in modern C++ (ideally C++17 or C++20). Experience writing robust, multithreaded, performance-focused code. Familiarity with development tools like Git and Visual Studio. Confidence with debugging workflows and troubleshooting. Exposure to libraries such as

Qt, FFmpeg, OpenGL , or audio tools. Bonus: knowledge of network protocols, encoding, or replay systems.

Bonus Points ForExperience working with

AWS

Passion for sport or high-performance technology

Previous work in broadcast, live events, or time-critical systems

We Recommend

Before applying, check out our

HAWKReplay

product online — we’ve got plenty of demos and videos showcasing the tech you’d be working on.

Benefits and Perks

Hungary:

Annual leave per local labour law

Hybrid working (2 days/week in office)

Sony Group perks – discounted tickets and events

Cafeteria options (SZÉP Card, nursery/kindergarten support, MOL Bubi Pass)

Private medical, life and accident insurance + dental discounts

Seniority awards, Employee Assistance Program

“All You Can Move” pass option

UK (for awareness):

25 days’ annual leave + 8 public holidays

Enhanced pension (5% matching)

Hybrid working

Unmind app + onsite gym (Basingstoke HQ)

Access to events and Sony Group discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer

We’re committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Everyone is welcome — regardless of background, gender, age, disability, or identity. Be your best and truest self here.

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