Architectural Leadership: Own the technical roadmap for C++ video frameworks, ensuring modularity, scalability, and optimization for local and distributed environments.
Engineering Excellence: Write and review high-performance, multithreaded C++ code that serves as the gold standard.
Video Mastery: Leverage deep knowledge of video codecs and containers—specifically using FFmpeg—to solve complex synchronization and transcoding challenges.
Strategic Mentorship: Lead technical discussions, contribute to design decisions, and mentor Senior and Mid-level engineers.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with product teams and customers to refine and deliver the best solutions for live global sports.

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

Annual Leave: Standard according to local labour law
Flexible Working: Hybrid model (2 days in the office per week)
Exclusive Perks: Access to sporting events and tickets, Sony Group Company discounts
Additional Benefits: Cafeteria options (SZÉP Card, Nursery & Kindergarten contributions, Annual MOL Bubi Pass), private medical insurance, life & accident insurance, dental clinic discounts, seniority awards, an Employee Assistance Program, and the option to purchase an 'All You Can Move' Pass

Principal C++ Software Engineer

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