Android Developer

SKY; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting company in the UK is looking for a Software Engineer to join their Android team. You will help deliver premium video playback experiences by developing and maintaining key features of the Video Player SDK using Kotlin. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in Android development, a strong understanding of media playback technologies, and excellent collaboration skills. This role offers opportunities to work with cutting-edge streaming technologies and be part of a diverse team committed to innovation.

Benefits

Generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Sky Q for the TV you love

Sky Glass at an exclusive rate

Wide range of Sky VIP rewards

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and maintaining Android applications.
• Knowledge of video playback technologies (HLS/DASH, DRM, ABR).
• Basic knowledge of performance optimisation and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain high-quality features for the Android Video Player SDK using Kotlin.
• Collaborate with product managers, QA engineers, and developers.
• Optimise playback performance across diverse Android devices.

Skills

Proven commercial experience developing Android applications or SDKs in Kotlin

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to collaborate

Understanding of Android architecture and media playback components

Tools

ExoPlayer

CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions

Job description

Job Description

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.

Video Player Technology (VPT) Team

The VPT team is building the future of streaming with a world‑class cross‑platform SDK used across mobile, web, Smart TVs and connected devices. Our SDK powers smooth playback experiences, including live, VOD and low‑latency streams, by leveraging cutting‑edge technologies such as adaptive bitrate streaming, modern video codecs and server‑guided ad insertion.

We’re looking for a Software Engineer to join our Android team and help deliver premium video playback experiences across the broad ecosystem of Android devices. You’ll be part of a high‑performing, collaborative squad that takes pride in solving complex technical challenges and shaping the future of streaming technology.

What you’ll do

• Develop and maintain high‑quality features for the Android Video Player SDK using Kotlin.
• Collaborate with product managers, QA engineers and developers to deliver robust, testable solutions.
• Integrate and enhance media playback components and support streaming features such as ABR and DRM.
• Participate in design discussions, code reviews and contribute to best practices to ensure engineering excellence.
• Optimise playback performance across diverse Android devices.
• Engage in agile ceremonies and provide accurate task estimates.
• Stay up to date with Android technologies and streaming standards.

What you’ll bring

• Proven commercial experience developing Android applications or SDKs in Kotlin.
• Understanding of Android architecture and media playback components (ExoPlayer experience a plus) and ADB tooling.
• Familiarity with video playback technologies (HLS/DASH, DRM, ABR).
• Basic knowledge of performance optimisation and debugging across Android devices.
• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines and tools like GitHub Actions.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to collaborate in global teams.

Team overview

Global Streaming Technology (GST) serves tens of millions of customers around the world through multiple international streaming services: Peacock across the US; NOW, WOW and Sky ShowTime covering nearly 30 markets in Europe; and Showmax for over 40 countries in Africa. GST brings together engineering and operational talent across the US, UK, Portugal, Czech Republic and India.

Our Global Streaming Platform enables leading entertainment brands to stream internationally and engage large, diverse audiences with premium content—on any device, anywhere, anytime. Working with and trusted by the world’s most prestigious content makers and rights holders—such as the NFL, NBA, English Premier League, Olympics and major Hollywood studios including Universal—we ensure that our platform delivers the highest standards of performance, reliability, security and innovation.

Working in GST means joining a truly global team at the forefront of streaming technology. You will collaborate with talented colleagues across multiple countries and disciplines, work with cutting‑edge technologies that reach tens of millions of viewers worldwide and be part of a dynamic, inclusive culture that values your ideas and supports your professional growth.

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 welcome 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. Please flag any adjustments you need to your recruiter as early as you can.

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, cafés 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, 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.

Just so you know: if your application is successful we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.