We believe in better. And we make it happen.
Better content. Better products. And better careers.
Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, SkyQ to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate.
We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love.
And we do it all right here at Sky.
Part of the Sky family, We at Atom, provide a Mass amount of content to give people Positively gloriously great Tv entertainment, free from contracts at time and place that suites our customers. That’s the entertainment they want, when they want it, how they want it, all on their terms!
Our team members work with agility, and each have the power to change what we do and how we do it, all to improve the viewing experience on the 60+ devices, spanning across 3 Continents in over 124 territories… And we are not stopping there!
By supporting our apps on devices such as Samsung, LG, Android TVs, Gaming Consoles, STBs and so on, we make sure that engaging large, diverse audiences with premium entertainment is possible.
Our vision is to deliver the world’s best entertainment. “We are a team of developers, testers and technical analysts working very closely together to give viewers the best experience all over the globe!
It's a very dynamic environment to be in, with many opportunities to learn and progress. We’re looking forward to welcoming more dedicated people into our team” (Rick Thompson – Delivery Manager)
What you'll do
- Develop Back-end web applications using Java and Spring.
- Unit, Functional and Performance test code for robustness including edge cases, usability and general reliability.
- Be part of a self-organising and multi-functional agile team.
- Use standard methodologies such as Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery etc.
- Write resilient code that will be continuously tested, deployed and will perform at scale.
- Contribute to the teams technical direction, tools and processes.
- Ensure the web app is highly performant, resilient and secure, well maintained and monitored in production
- Assist in the maintenance and support of the AWS infrastructure, Postgresql Database and Object Caching layers
- Strive for continuous improvement – be able to improve existing practices and techniques from within the team with enthusiasm
- As part of your role we expect you to be part of our on-call support rota once we deem you have sufficient knowledge. In line with many leading companies, we believe in the ethos that our technology teams support their own products.
What you'll bring
- 5 years minimum experience in Back-end Java/ Spring web app development including exposure to Content Management and Content Distribution Networks.
- Good experience with REST APIs
- Knowledge of Unix/Linux and scripting languages (Bash, etc.)
- Experience in following development best practices including code quality, application architecture & design principles with the conviction to make your voice heard when pushing for technical excellence
- Accomplished in Back-end testing particularly unit & functional testing.
- Some experience in CI tooling (Jenkins/Concourse), working on legacy browser engines/TV devices & consoles, web build tools (e.g. webpack), security, performance optimisations & GraphQl is preferred but not essential.
- Good analytical skills & attention to detail, applicable across software design, requirement development & PR reviews
- Standout colleague attitude, knowledge sharing & mentoring are valued within our teams
- Superb communication skills both within own team & wider company and with both technical & non-technical partners
- Fast learner, and adaptable to change.
Team overview
Global OTT Technology
Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world’s best entertainment, news and sport.
The rewards
There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster:
- Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
- The magic of Sky Glass at an exclusive rate
- A generous pension package
- Private healthcare
- Discounted mobile and broadband
- A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences
Inclusion & how you'll work
Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky.
We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home. You’ll find out more about what hybrid working looks like for your role later on in the recruitment process.
Your office space
Osterley
Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There are also plenty of bike shelters and showers.
On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed, and even get pampered at our beauty salon.
We'd love to hear from you
Inventive, forward-thinking minds come together to work in Tech, Product and Data at Sky. It’s a place where you can explore what if, how far, and what next.
But better doesn’t stop at what we do, it’s how we do it, too. We embrace each other’s differences. We support our community and contribute to a sustainable future for our business and the planet.
If you believe in better, we’ll back you all the way.
Inclusion:
Recognised as an ‘Inclusive Top 50 Employer’ and a ‘Times Top 50 Employer for Women’, we’re working hard to ensure we’re a truly inclusive place to work. This means we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and the potential you’ll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working!
And we’ll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.