James Sharam
Technology Leader | Software Architect | Guitarist
Head of Computer Vision Engineering at Hawk-Eye Innovations
Technology Leader | Software Architect | Guitarist
Head of Computer Vision Engineering at Hawk-Eye Innovations
Hawk-Eye Innovations
Technical software leader managing a team of over 60 engineers. Driving innovation in real-time and low-latency sports tracking technologies. Leading strategy, vision, architecture, and delivery of computer vision and tracking solutions across top sports leagues worldwide. Turning cutting-edge R&D into production software with exceptional reliability and performance.
Highest award for engineering within Sony. Recognized for exceptional technical leadership and innovation in developing SkeleTRACK technology - an advanced skeletal tracking system revolutionizing sports performance analytics and officiating across major leagues.
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Strategic leadership and management of large engineering team. Experience across all areas of the software development lifecycle from design and architecture through implementation, testing and support. Strong focus on team development, resourcing, and career growth while maintaining technical excellence.
Expert in real-time and low-latency processing technologies. Led development of HawkEye's skeletal tracking technology and newer cloud tracking solutions used across major sports leagues. Strong background in computer vision, numerical optimization, and performance optimization for mission-critical systems.
Leading all real-time computer vision-based sports tracking solutions and team of 60+ engineers
Development lead for tracking team covering people, balls, and sporting objects
Development lead for real-time processing team generating player and ball tracking data
Full-stack development on Video Gauge: image tracking, computer vision, optimization, and architecture
Research in quantum random walks, quantum non-locality, and thermalisation using advanced mathematics
I've been playing guitar for over 35 years - it's been a constant part of my life since I was 5 years old. I really enjoy the variety that guitar offers - whether it's plugging in an electric for some rock, picking up an acoustic for something more relaxed, or working through some classical pieces. There's always something new to explore and improve on.
I love playing different styles of guitar - electric, acoustic, and classical. There's always something new to work on and enjoy.
I'm part of a rock band called Rock-It Fuel where we perform live around Somerset. It's a great way to play with other musicians and connect with audiences.
I enjoy the technical side of music too - recording and mixing are fascinating areas where technology and creativity come together.
A dynamic rock band performing high-energy rock with electrifying performances. Rock-It Fuel brings passion and precision to every show, entertaining audiences at venues throughout Somerset and the surrounding areas.