С++ Software Engineer (Systems / Real-Time)

We’re looking for a C++ Software Engineer to join a small, highly focused team building FinishLynx 2.0 - a complete modernization of the world’s leading photo-finish timing system.
 

Our software is used at major athletic competitions worldwide, where precision down to thousandths of a second matters.

You’ll work at the intersection of high-performance systems, real-time processing, networking, and hardware integration.

What You’ll Work On:

• Develop and maintain a high-performance C++ backend handling:
  • timing logic
  • camera communication
  • real-time image streaming
• Build features for a cross-platform desktop UI using C# and Avalonia
• Design and implement low-level network protocols (TCP/UDP, binary communication)
• Integrate with specialized hardware:
  • high-speed cameras
  • timing sensors
  • scoreboard systems
• Collaborate on architecture decisions for a modern, scalable codebase
• Ensure reliability through testing and performance optimization

Requirements:

• Strong experience with modern C++ (17 or later)
• Solid understanding of:
  • multithreading & concurrency
  • low-level networking (TCP/UDP, sockets)
• Experience working on system-level or performance-critical applications
• Familiarity with Linux or cross-platform development
• Experience with CMake or similar build systems

Nice-to-Have:

• Experience with hardware integration (cameras, sensors, serial protocols)
• Background in real-time or embedded systems
• Knowledge of image processing or computer vision
• Experience with desktop UI frameworks (Avalonia, WPF, Qt)
   

Benefits:

• 4 weeks of paid vacation per year 
• Flexible working hours 
• Medical insurance for your peace of mind
• Professional development support - Launch Labs covers courses, training, and skill growth
• An exciting, collaborative, and innovative team environment
• Fully remote work, with freedom and flexibility