Senior Unreal Software Engineer, Hawk-Eye Innovations
2 days a week in office
Sports officiating & broadcast technology
Job no longer available
Sports officiating & broadcast technology
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
2 days a week in office
1001+ employees
Company mission
To deliver best-in-class officiating, broadcast, and digital solutions to the sports world.
Role
Who you are
- Extensive Experience with Unreal Engine: Strong proficiency in Unreal Engine (ideally Unreal 5) with expertise in both C++ and Blueprints. Experience with other game engines is a plus
- C++ Expertise: Deep understanding of modern C++11/14/17, with a proven ability to write clean, maintainable, and high-performance code
- Graphics Engine Knowledge: Hands-on experience with backend graphics engines (DirectX/OpenGL/Vulkan)
- Shader Development: Proficiency in HLSL/GLSL and shader development for real-time graphics
- Mathematical Foundations: Strong grasp of 3D mathematics relevant to graphics programming
- AR/VR Expertise: Demonstrated experience working with AR/VR technologies and pipelines
- Agile Workflow Experience: Familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, or similar Agile methodologies
- Version Control: Proficiency with Git or equivalent version control systems
- Leadership Qualities: Experience mentoring team members and leading by example
- If you’re a seasoned Unreal Engine developer passionate about pushing the boundaries of AR/VR technologies, we’d love to hear from you
What the job involves
- As a Senior C++ Unreal Software Engineer, you’ll be a technical leader, shaping innovative solutions for sports broadcasting that seamlessly blend Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)
- You’ll work on everything from addressing critical bugs to architecting and implementing core functionalities, ensuring our Unreal-powered graphics pipeline is robust, scalable, and efficient
- Leadership & Collaboration: Lead technical discussions, mentor junior engineers, and work closely with our cross-functional teams to deliver on ambitious goals
- Technical Excellence: Develop and optimise solutions for AR/VR and backend graphics, integrating with in-house art assets while tackling complex challenges with innovative approaches
- Code Quality: Drive high standards in testing, peer reviews, and debugging to ensure consistent delivery of top-tier solutions
- Team Engagement: Contribute to daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and design reviews to share insights and build consensus
- As a senior engineer, you’ll have the autonomy to steer development efforts while being part of a supportive team that thrives on solving complex problems
- You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering pioneering graphics solutions that redefine sports technology
Salary benchmarks
Our take
Hawk-Eye Innovations, part of Sony, delivers technology that enhances fairness, safety, and excitement for thousands of sporting events worldwide. As a leader in vision processing, Hawk-Eye provides solutions for officiating, video management, production, broadcasting, and digital experiences, helping teams, officials, and fans enjoy sports more effectively.
With a long list of clients, including Adidas, Fox Sports, and Nascar, Hawk-Eye has firmly established itself as a cornerstone of sports innovation. The company is constantly pushing boundaries, and is often called upon to create bespoke solutions tailored to the unique needs of sports leagues and broadcasters.
More recently, Hawk-Eye has continued to expand its use of automated officiating systems, particularly in tennis and football, where line-calling and offside decisions are increasingly driven by real-time tracking and AI-assisted analysis. These systems not only improve accuracy but also speed up decision-making, reducing disruption to gameplay. As leagues look to balance fairness with flow, hawk-Eye's technology is becoming an integral part of how modern sports is governed.
Steph
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
13% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Flexible & Remote Working
- Generous Annual Leave
- Company Reward Schemes
- Health & Wellness Activities
- Onsite Gym
- Free Access to Unmind App
- Sony Discounts
- Pension Scheme
Company HQ
Basingstoke, UK
Leadership
Rufus Hack
(CEO)Rufus joined Hawk-Eye in 2021 as CEO. Prior to this, he worked at the European Tour for 6 years as the Head of Strategy, Chief Content Officer, and COO.
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