Senior C++ Software Engineer

• Design, build and maintain high-performance, real-time C++ solutions for live video capture and server processing.
• Work on software that needs to perform reliably in the demanding environment of live football.
• Contribute deeply to the implementation and maintenance of efficient, reusable and reliable C++ code.
• Help shape and improve our technology and architecture as the product evolves.
• Drive improvements in code quality, organisation and modern C++ development practices.
• Work closely with the wider engineering team through design discussions, code reviews and technical collaboration.
• Contribute to our test strategy, including defining test cases, writing unit tests and driving automation.
• Help us continuously raise the bar for the performance, reliability and maintainability of the product.

The technical challenges

This is a role for someone who enjoys getting into the details.

You’ll be solving problems around:

• Modern C++
• Real-time and low-latency video
• H.264/H.265 and live video streams
• FFmpeg
• Multithreaded applications
• High-performance server and desktop applications
• Network programming
• Distributed systems
• Real-time data transfer
• Cross-platform development across Windows and Linux

You’ll have a genuine opportunity to influence how we solve these problems, rather than simply implementing predefined solutions.

What you’ll bring

We’re looking for an experienced engineer who combines strong C++ fundamentals with curiosity, technical depth and a desire to solve difficult problems.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience building high-performance, robust software solutions using modern C++.
• Demonstrated experience working with live video streams and low-latency processing.
• Experience with video formats such as H.264/H.265.
• Hands-on experience developing applications using FFmpeg.
• Experience designing and developing multithreaded, performant server or desktop applications.
• Solid knowledge of unit testing methodologies and tools, with a focus on producing maintainable, traceable code.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

It would also be great if you have:

• Cross-platform development experience, particularly Windows and Linux.
• Experience with modern C++ build systems such as CMake.
• Experience with CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions or TeamCity.
• Experience with network programming, distributed systems and real-time data transfer protocols.
• Experience working within agile engineering teams delivering robust, scalable applications, services or APIs.

You don't need to tick every box.

If you’re a strong C++ engineer with experience solving complex performance or systems problems, and you're excited by what we're building, we’d love to hear from you.

What success looks like

After 6 months:

You’re contributing confidently to the Focus Live codebase, understanding the live capture environment and supporting the product through the demands of the football season.

After 12 months:

You’ve helped deliver a successful season of live capture and are designing improvements, influencing technical decisions and leading the addition of features for the next season.

Ultimately, success means becoming one of the engineers our team trusts to solve the hardest problems when performance and reliability matter most.

Catapult is building the future of sports performance technology, with a mission to Unleash the Potential of every athlete and team on earth.

Since 2006, our solutions have helped change the way elite sport operates.

Today, we work with 5,000+ teams around the world, including premier organisations across the NFL, NBA, NHL, MLS, EPL, AFL, NRL, NCAA and more.

We empower coaches, managers and performance staff with the information they need to optimise athlete health, game-day readiness and performance, as well as in-game tactics.

Our technology brings together health, performance, video and AI insights, helping teams make better decisions from the locker room to the competitive environment.

We don't just work in the sporting industry.

We're actively changing it.

And while you don't need to be a sports fan to work here, there is something pretty special about knowing that the software you build can help some of the world's best teams perform when it matters most.

The target Total Compensation range for this position is $160,000 to $180,000 per year.

This range is inclusive of base salary and a target incentive plan, which may include equity, commission or other bonus structures.

Your specific compensation within this range will be determined by factors including geographic location, relevant experience and job-related skills.

Catapult also offers generous paid leave and recognised company holidays, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Additional employee benefits and programmes

Ready to build technology that's part of the game?

If you're a Senior C++ Engineer who wants to work on challenging real-time systems, live video and performance-critical applications, and you like the idea of seeing your software in action on football's biggest stages, we'd love to hear from you.

Research shows that while men often apply for jobs when they meet around 60% of the criteria, women and other underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply unless they meet every requirement.

If you have what it takes but don't meet every single point in this advert, please still get in touch.

We’re looking for exceptional engineers who can contribute to our team, learn quickly and be excited about the problems we’re solving.

All offers of employment are subject to Catapult's positive prehire check.

For further information, please contact the Talent Partner for this role.