Principal Software Engineer; C++ - Cloud Video Framework

Requirements

• C++ Authority:
  Mastery of modern C++ (ideally up to C++20) with extensive experience writing multithreaded, performance-optimized code for high-pressure environments
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• Deep Video Expertise:
  Significant experience "under the hood" with video. You should have experience using FFmpeg and understand the trade-offs between different compression standards and bitstreams
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• Leadership Gravity:
  Proven ability to lead people and technical directions. You have the soft skills to navigate stakeholders and the technical depth to win the respect of elite developers
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• Tooling & Workflow:
  Total comfort with Git, Visual Studio, and advanced debugging workflows for complex, distributed systems
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• Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive approach to solving real-world problems and an eagerness to contribute to a culture of continuous improvement

• Hi, I’m Tim Seals, Principal Software Engineer and C++ Apps Discipline Lead
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• 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
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• Our Cloud Video Framework team is the engine behind these moments
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• We are looking for a Principal Software Engineer to lead the development of our next-generation video services
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• While our heritage is in-stadia hardware, our future is a hybrid ecosystem where "the edge" meets the cloud
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• 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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• Architectural Leadership:
  You'll own the technical roadmap for our core C++ video frameworks, ensuring they are modular, scalable, and optimized for both local and distributed environments
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• Engineering Excellence:
  Write and review high-performance, multithreaded C++ code that serves as the gold standard for the rest of the organization
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• Video Mastery:
  Leverage deep knowledge of video codecs and containers—specifically using FFmpeg—to solve complex synchronization and transcoding challenges
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• Strategic Mentorship:
  Lead technical discussions, contribute to design decisions, and act as a force multiplier by mentoring Senior and Mid-level engineers
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• Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  
  Partner with product teams and customers to refine and deliver the best solutions for live global sports