Job Description
We’re partnering with an innovative, high-growth sports tech company that is redefining how data is captured and used in professional sports. Backed by military-grade patented technology and already integrated with elite sports organisations, this business is looking for a talented System Engineer to join its small but mighty product and engineering team.
This is a unique opportunity to work on bleeding-edge solutions with real-world applications in sport performance and analytics. You’ll collaborate closely with the Software Engineering Lead to develop and maintain new capabilities across a range of hardware-integrated software products. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced, agile environments, and wants their work to have tangible impact.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Designing, developing, and maintaining high-performance, multi-threaded C++ applications (C++17+).
* Supporting and enhancing existing software systems in a Linux environment.
* Creating automation tooling and scripting using Python (or similar).
* Driving continuous system improvement and performance optimization.
* Conducting thorough regression and integration testing.
* Providing on-site support for system deployment and troubleshooting, occasionally in the UK and US.
What They're Looking For
* 3+ years' experience with high-performance C++ development.
* 2+ years working within Linux-based systems.
* Strong Python scripting for automation/tooling.
* Experience with CI/CD practices and a test-first mindset.
* A team player who’s also comfortable operating independently in a start-up style environment.
Desirable Extras
* Experience working with complex algorithms.
* Familiarity with APIs, queuing systems, and security best practices.
* Hands-on experience with real-time systems involving hardware, cameras, or LiDAR.
* Ansible or similar automation/configuration tools.
Note: This is a hybrid role that requires 1–2 days/week in Bicester for testing/development, plus occasional travel to stadiums and training facilities (UK and US, approx. 1–2 days/month - company expensed).