Associate Scala Developer

Sky; Isleworth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

Generous pension package

Discounted mobile and broadband

Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment provider is looking for an Associate Scala Developer to join their team. This entry-level position involves designing and maintaining a metadata catalogue platform, and requires experience in Scala and React. You will work with modern cloud technologies in a supportive environment that values continuous learning and inclusion. Strong candidates will adapt to the full software lifecycle in a hybrid working model, contributing positively as part of a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience building and supporting software applications in Scala and React.
• Understanding of Test‑Driven Development and continuous delivery.
• Adaptability to work on all areas of software development from planning to deployment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and maintain a metadata catalogue platform.
• Develop against the full technology stack, from infrastructure to UI.
• Deploy a fully cloud-based platform using CI/CD pipelines.

Skills

Software development in Scala

Experience with React

Knowledge of GCP or AWS

Test-Driven Development

Agile methodologies

Team collaboration

Job description

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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.

The Global Streaming Data Platforms (GST-Data) department is leading the way in many areas of data. It has designed and built a world-leading real‑time data analytics platform, using the latest cloud and open‑source technologies. We stream billions of events each day to enable our partner teams across Sky and Comcast to deliver customer‑led sophisticated insights and analytics.

What You'll Do

• Design, build, test and maintain a metadata catalogue platform orchestrating metadata ingestion, processing and presentation from a range of sources and technologies.
• Develop against the full technology stack, from infrastructure and deployment to UI.
• Work across the full software lifecycle, adopting a “you build it, you run it” approach.
• Deploy a fully cloud‑based platform using CI/CD pipelines.
• Take an active role in story definition, assisting business collaborators with acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with Senior and Principal Engineers to design and plan feature delivery.
• Develop and broaden your knowledge and skills through ‘time to learn’ and support from the engineering community.

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience building and supporting software applications in Scala and React.
• Knowledge and/or experience of GCP or AWS.
• Understanding of Test‑Driven Development and continuous delivery.
• Adaptability to work on all areas of software development from planning, through development to deployment.
• Experience working in an Agile environment.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn and work as part of a team.
• Typescript experience is desirable but not essential.

Team Overview

Global Streaming Technology: Our team develops and supports market‑leading video streaming services, operating at huge scale for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW and SkyShowtime across Europe and Showmax across Africa. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch.

Benefits include:

• Sky Q – TV in one place.
• 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 applications from all candidates. We will ensure a fair and consistent experience for everyone and make reasonable adjustments as required. We’ve embraced hybrid working and combine office time with remote work.

Your office space – Osterley

The Osterley Campus is a 10‑minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Shuttle buses run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. On campus you’ll find subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose; a gym, a cinema; and more. Bike shelters and showers are available.

We would 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”. We support each other’s differences, foster community and contribute to a sustainable future. 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. Depending on the role and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Engineering and Information Technology