Principal Computer Vision Engineer

Principal Computer Vision Engineer - Cricket

Join Our Team at Hawk-Eye Innovations

Value Stream: Tracking & Auto Officiating

Salary: 76, per annum

Location: Hybrid working - minimum 2 days per week in the office

Office locations: London, Basingstoke, Bristol

Hi, I'm James Sharam, Head of Computer Vision at Hawk-Eye Innovations. I'm looking for a Principal Computer Vision Engineer to join our Cricket Solution Squad.

This is a high-impact role focused on building a brand new cricket tracking system. You'll play a key role in shaping the architecture, technical direction and delivery of a next-generation tracking platform used in live sports environments.

We're looking for someone who can operate at both a deep technical level and a system-wide level, bringing strong C++ expertise, computer vision knowledge and leadership capability to guide a small, high-performing team.

A strong background in mathematics and modelling is encouraged. If you enjoy solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and building scalable systems, I'd love to hear from you.

We're looking for a Principal Computer Vision Engineer to take ownership of a new, production-grade cricket tracking system and help define how it is designed, built and scaled.

This role goes beyond implementation. It's about setting technical standards, shaping architecture, guiding a small squad, and ensuring systems are robust, scalable and production-ready.

The role is strongly algorithm-focused, with an emphasis on accuracy, performance and system-level thinking, spanning modern C++, multi-camera geometry and real-time tracking systems.

• Leading the design and development of a brand new cricket tracking system
• Owning tracking pipelines across the full system
• Defining and evolving system architecture
• Driving robustness, accuracy and performance in live sports environments
• Working closely with stakeholders, including senior leadership, to align technical delivery with product goals
• Supporting integration into broader tracking, broadcast and platform systems
• Exploring future capabilities including AR and broadcast enhancements

• Lead the development of computer vision systems from concept through to production
• Set technical direction and standards across algorithmic and engineering approaches
• Own system architecture and ensure long-term scalability, maintainability and quality
• Guide and support a small squad (approx. 5-8 engineers), helping unblock and mentor team members
• Translate business and product requirements into technical roadmaps and delivery plans
• Drive architectural discussions around performance, scalability and deployment
  
  Act as a technical escalation point for complex challenges
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders

We're looking for someone with:

• Strong commercial experience developing computer vision algorithms in production environments
• Deep knowledge of modern C++ within large and complex systems
• Strong experience with 3D geometry, tracking and numerical optimisation
• Proven experience designing systems or leading major architectural work
• Ability to operate at both detailed algorithm level and high-level system design
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders
• Experience mentoring or leading engineers within a team

• Experience with CUDA or GPU acceleration
• Awareness of concurrency, networking or operating system concepts
• Experience working with distributed or cloud-based systems
• Exposure to machine learning techniques

• 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays)
• Enhanced pension scheme with 5% matching
• Hybrid working model
• Complimentary Unmind wellbeing app
• Onsite gym (Basingstoke)
• Sony Group Company discounts

• Annual leave in line with local labour law
• Hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office)
• Access to sporting events and tickets
• Sony Group Company discounts

• SZEP Card
• Nursery & Kindergarten contributions
• Annual MOL Bubi Pass
• Private medical insurance
• Life & accident insurance
• Mindent Ment Dental Clinic discounts
• Seniority awards
• Employee Assistance Program

As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Sports Technology is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

We employ, retain, promote and treat all employees and applicants fairly, based on skills, qualifications and professional experience. Our commitment is to provide a respectful and inclusive environment where people can contribute, develop and succeed.