Job Overview
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.
About the Role
This role sits within Enablement Platforms in UK&I Technology reporting into the Head of Software Engineering. We are at the heart of the Sky UK technology landscape that supports every major product and customer experience at Sky, responsible for customer management and engagement platforms powering Sky Glass, Sky Q, Mobile, Broadband & Talk, Sky Protect and exciting future products.
Key Responsibilities
* Define enabler features to drive the technology roadmap for your agile release train.
* Own the technology strategy, vision and systems architecture runway for your agile release train, informed by the wider technology strategy.
* Engage with wider architecture, engineering and product teams to gain consensus on approach. Participate in relevant technology forums and governance.
* Ensure system architecture is ready for PI planning and work closely with engineering teams to ensure understanding of the capability changes proposed.
* Work closely with solution architecture and engineering to ensure that change to shared capabilities is carefully coordinated and well communicated.
* Take accountability for strategic initiatives, shared capabilities and cross‑cutting objectives driven by the platform portfolio, while ensuring alignment and effective coordination within the respective product portfolio.
* Work closely with engineering teams throughout each PI to assist in the delivery of the work.
* Support the breakdown of capabilities into features.
What You’ll Bring
* Experience working within an agile framework, at scale with demonstrable experience of how to align systems architecture considerations with agile principles and practices.
* Strong communication, collaboration and team skills with both technology and business stakeholders.
* A deep understanding and proven experience of technology architecture and frameworks including technology change and delivery lifecycles.
* Broad and varied technology experience across architectural domains (e.g. data, infrastructure, integration, security, customer management, digital, app).
* Significant experience in a systems and engineering design background.
* Significant experience in a senior architecture or engineering role.
* Experience of customer relationship management systems architecture, including customer engagement, commerce and fulfilment domains. Line‑management experience or a willingness to support direct reports.
* Nice to have: Experience in media and/or telecoms industry.
Team Overview
Ground‑breaking projects. Innovative tech. Top innovation. Join our UK&I Technology team and you’ll work across technology projects that drive our TV, broadband, mobile and Sky Connect services. You’ll be at the heart of delivering the technology roadmaps that support our UK and Ireland businesses, with a focus on customer innovations for Sky Glass. That’s not all – you’ll also design, develop and deliver digital services for millions of customers across the UK.
The Rewards
* 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
We are a Disability Confident Employer and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all, and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate.
We’ve embraced hybrid working and split our time between unique office spaces and the convenience of working from home.
Office Locations
* Livingston Watermark House – free shuttle to Livingston North train station, onsite parking for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.
* Osterley Campus – 10‑minute walk from Syon Lane train station, free shuttle to Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations, bike shelters and showers.
* Leeds hub – under a mile from Leeds train station, parking at the nearby CitiPark, game facilities and a subsidised gym.
Company Culture
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. We embrace each other’s differences, 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.
Background Checks
Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. Depending on the role and any convictions, we might have to withdraw the offer.
Location: Bonnyrigg
Salary: Competitive
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