Associate Cisco IOS Network Engineer

Sky UK; Aylsham; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment brand in the UK is seeking a skilled network engineer to enhance their Core Network capacity. You will work alongside the Network Design team, prepare provisioning procedures for upgrades, and ensure seamless deployment in production. The ideal candidate will have solid experience with service provider technologies, particularly with IOS-XR based platforms, as well as strong skills in routing protocols. This role offers a competitive benefits package and supports hybrid working, promoting an inclusive workplace for all employees.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Generous pension package

Discounted mobile and broadband

Qualifications

• Solid experience with service provider technologies.
• Good experience with IOS-XR based platforms such as Cisco NCS/ASR routers.
• Strong experience in ISIS, MPLS, BGP, QOS, segment routing, EPE.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Network Design team to review business requirements.
• Prepare provisioning procedures for deployment and upgrades.
• Deploy procedures in the production network during out of business hours.

Skills

Service provider technologies

Core IP backbone

IOS-XR based platforms

ISIS

MPLS

BGP

QOS

Segment routing

Python

Git

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Network Design team to review and understand business requirements, high-level designs, and low-level designs.
• Prepare provisioning procedures (MoP) for the deployment of Core Network capacity expansion upgrades/migrations as well as the release of new projects/services.
• Deploy those procedures in the production network during out of business hours.
• Test procedures in lab environment and ensure successful and event‑less deployment in production network.
• Gain a high‑level detailed knowledge of hardware and software to consult in feature availability and performance with test engineers, design engineers and vendors.
• Support other members in the team, make suggestions and bring improvements.
• Solid experience with service provider technologies, understanding Core IP backbone, CDN, peering and transit (P&T).
• Good experience with IOS‑XR based platforms such as Cisco NCS/ASR routers (configuration, management & OS upgrade).
• Strong experience in ISIS, MPLS, BGP, QOS, segment routing, EPE (egress peer engineering), EVPN, telemetry.
• Great communication skills (both written and verbal) to convey risks, acquire sign‑off, timely call‑out issues to management, and send weekly project updates.
• Knowledge of Python, Git for leading configuration templates, Jinja, NETCONF, YANG models is desirable.

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. Want to do the best work of your life? With 24 million customers in 7 countries, make your mark at Europe’s leading media and entertainment brand. A workplace where you can proudly be yourself; our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work.

Benefits

• Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
• A generous pension package
• Private healthcare
• Discounted mobile and broadband
• Access a wide range of outstanding Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Where will you work? Brick Lane: Our Brick Lane office is in the heart of the East End of London. It’s part of a vibrant and varied community; close to street food, cafes, and shops. The closest tube station is Aldgate East and Liverpool Street is about a 10‑minute walk. We currently support hybrid working.

Inclusion: We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion: we’ve been recognised by The Times and Stonewall for this, and we’ve committed £30 million to support the fight against racial injustice. We’ve also set daring targets for growing ethnic diversity and representation throughout our organisation. At Sky, we don’t just look at your CV; we’re more focused on who you are and your potential. 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.