Head of Youth & Amateur Products

PRINCIPAL COMPUTER VISION ENGINEER – CRICKET Join Our Team at Hawk-Eye Innovations Value Stream: Tracking & Auto Officiating Salary: £76,340 – £109,060 per annum Location: Hybrid working – minimum 2 days per week in the office Office locations: London, Basingstoke and Bristol Hi, I’m James Sharam, Head of Computer Vision at Hawk-Eye Innovations. I’m looking for a Principal Computer Vision Engineer to join our Cricket Solution Squad. This is a high-impact role focused on building a brand new cricket tracking system. You’ll play a key role in shaping the architecture, technical direction and delivery of a next-generation tracking platform used in live sports environments. We’re looking for someone who can operate at both a deep technical level and a system-wide level, bringing strong C++ expertise, computer vision knowledge and leadership capability to guide a small, high-performing team. A strong background in mathematics and modelling is encouraged. If you enjoy solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and building scalable systems, I’d love to hear from you. ABOUT THE ROLE We’re looking for a Principal Computer Vision Engineer to take ownership of a new, production-grade cricket tracking system and help define how it is designed, built and scaled. This role goes beyond implementation. It’s about setting technical standards, shaping architecture, guiding a small squad, and ensuring systems are robust, scalable and production-ready. The role is strongly algorithm-focused, with an emphasis on accuracy, performance and system-level thinking, spanning modern C++, multi-camera geometry and real-time tracking systems. WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON * Leading the design and development of a brand new cricket tracking system * Owning tracking pipelines across the full system * Defining and evolving system architecture * Driving robustness, accuracy and performance in live sports environments * Working closely with stakeholders, including senior leadership, to align technical delivery with product goals * Supporting integration into broader tracking, broadcast and platform systems * Exploring future capabilities including AR and broadcast enhancements KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Lead the development of computer vision systems from concept through to production * Set technical direction and standards across algorithmic and engineering approaches * Own system architecture and ensure long-term scalability, maintainability and quality * Guide and support a small squad (approx. 5–8 engineers), helping unblock and mentor team members * Translate business and product requirements into technical roadmaps and delivery plans * Drive architectural discussions around performance, scalability and deployment * Act as a technical escalation point for complex challenges * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE We’re looking for someone with: * Strong commercial experience developing computer vision algorithms in production environments * Deep knowledge of modern C++ within large and complex systems * Strong experience with 3D geometry, tracking and numerical optimisation * Proven experience designing systems or leading major architectural work * Ability to operate at both detailed algorithm level and high-level system design * Strong communication skills and ability to work with senior stakeholders * Experience mentoring or leading engineers within a team NICE TO HAVE (BUT NOT ESSENTIAL) * Experience with CUDA or GPU acceleration * Awareness of concurrency, networking or operating system concepts * Experience working with distributed or cloud-based systems * Exposure to machine learning techniques REWARD, BENEFITS AND WELLNESS UK BENEFITS * 25 days annual leave (excluding bank holidays) * Enhanced pension scheme with 5% matching * Hybrid working model * Complimentary Unmind wellbeing app * Onsite gym (Basingstoke) * Sony Group Company discounts HUNGARY BENEFITS * Annual leave in line with local labour law * Hybrid working model (2 days per week in the office) * Access to sporting events and tickets * Sony Group Company discounts Cafeteria benefits include: * SZÉP Card * Nursery & Kindergarten contributions * Annual MOL Bubi Pass * Private medical insurance * Life & accident insurance * MindentMent Dental Clinic discounts * Seniority awards * Employee Assistance Program EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND INCLUSION As an active part of a culturally and socially diverse society, Sony Sports Technology is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We employ, retain, promote and treat all employees and applicants fairly, based on skills, qualifications and professional experience. Our commitment is to provide a respectful and inclusive environment where people can contribute, develop and succeed.te, develop and succeed.

Description About NYRR New York Road Runners (NYRR) was founded in 1958 when a small group of passionate runners vowed to bring running to the people and has grown from a local running club into the world’s premier community running organization. NYRR’s vision is to build healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running. NYRR’s year-round offerings of races, community events, programs, and training resources provide hundreds of thousands of people with the motivation, know-how, and opportunities to start running and keep running for life. NYRR’s premier event, the famed TCS New York City Marathon, attracts the world’s top professional runners and committed amateurs alike, while also raising millions of dollars annually for charity and driving economic impact for New York City. NYRR is equally committed to the runners of tomorrow, passionately providing youth fitness programs that educate and inspire children in underserved communities in New York City, nationwide, and around the world. Headquartered in New York City, NYRR is a 501(c)(3) organization. To learn more, please visit www.nyrr.org. At New York Road Runners, we are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace by finding the best candidate for the job. We understand that skills come from a variety of different backgrounds. Checking off every single requirement on our job description is not necessary to apply. If you think you are a good fit and have a passion for the work we do, please submit your application. We are eager to learn about your experience and skills! You may be the right candidate for this or other open positions. New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer About the Department The New York Road Runners Public Affairs department encompasses NYRR ’ s Public Relations, Government Affairs, and Community Engagement. Public Relations shares the stories of NYRR participants, events, and programs with media to drive awareness of NYRR ’ s nonprofit mission, elevating the organization and its executives as industry leaders, while also enhancing and protecting the company ’ s reputation. Government Relations & Community Engagement manages NYRR's relationships with local and state elected officials, and governmental agencies, as well as its relationships with community stakeholders, from our runners and clubs to like-minded organizations. Public Affairs serves as a bridge for the organization and external stakeholders to advance NYRR’s mission by building and strengthening relationships with media, government, community stakeholders, and key partners across New York City and beyond. About the Position Direct reporting to the Chief Communications Officer and Head of Public Relations— the PR Coordinator – Talent / Grand Marshals will join the department seasonally, ahead of and during the TCS New York City Marathon, from August through early November. I In this role, during lead-up working an average of 30 hours a week with race week hours increasing with potential overtime, the PR Coordinator – Talent / Grand Marshals will be responsible for supporting the logistics for the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon Grand Marshals, which will include a celebrity Grand Marshal and multiple honorary Grand Marshals in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the five-borough New York City Marathon. Support will focus on the lead-up to marathon day, race week—including coordinating travel, hospitality, media appearances, all race-week events and activities—and the race-day logistics of their VIP experience. Job Responsibilities: PRE-RACE DAY – responsibilities include: Support PR team in planning and organizing logistics for the Grand Marshal’s race-week and race-day events and activities, including press interviews and event appearances Work with NYRR PR team and external PR agency to coordinate and schedule pre-race Grand Marshal interviews Coordinating travel to/from New York City for Celebrity/Honorary Grand Marshals Participate in internal meetings with Grand Marshal working group, PR team, event leads, PR agency team members, etc. Escort/staff Celebrity/Honorary Grand Marshals for any appearances/interviews Support other PR-related projects as needed RACE-DAY – responsibilities include: Coordinate/staff Celebrity/Honorary Grand Marshals for full day of activities at the Start and Finish lines, and VIP Hospitality Job Requirements: Experience: 3-5 years of experience in public relations, production, event operations, and/or talent management required Experience working with celebrities / talent / principals is required Experience in events is required; large-scale events preferred Education & Certifications: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college in English, public relations, communications, journalism, sports management, or related field preferred Skills and Attributes: Excellent critical thinking skills Exceptional written and verbal communications skills A collaborator with strong project management skills Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail Strong ability to multitask, meet and perform under tight deadlines, think clearly under pressure, and exercise good judgment Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) Strong attention to detail Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion Excellent customer service skills Other Requirements: Ability to work weekends and nights as required Passion for New York Road Runners’ mission is a plus Salary: $30/hour (Overtime Eligible) New York Road Runners is an Equal Opportunity Employer