Posted Jan 19, 2026

C++ Software Engineer - Level 3

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C++ Software Engineer – Broadcast Replay Location: Budapest (Váci út 144-150, 1138 Hungary) Salary: HUF 1,000,000 – 1,500,000/month gross Hybrid Working: 2 days per week in-office 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 Doing → Designing 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 For → Experience 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 & Perks Hungary: → Annual leave per local labour law → Hybrid working (2 days/week in office) → Sony Group perks – discounted tickets & events → Cafeteria options (SZÉP Card, nursery/kindergarten support, MOL Bubi Pass) → Private medical, life & 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.