Distributed Systems Engineer

Sky UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company based in the UK is seeking a software engineer with strong Scala development experience and expertise in cloud technologies. The candidate will be responsible for designing and maintaining software that integrates critical data components, adopting automation and confidentiality in their delivery. The ideal individual will thrive in an agile environment, working collaboratively with engineers to enhance data movement and orchestration, supporting over 50 million customers worldwide.

Benefits

Generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Sky Q and Sky Glass at exclusive rates

Wide range of Sky VIP rewards

Qualifications

• Strong Scala development experience, preferably in the akka / pekko ecosystem.
• Experience working with Docker, Kubernetes and Cloud technologies.
• Strong Test Driven Development background, with understanding of levels of testing.
• Experience with build management and CI systems such as Jenkins, TeamCity or similar.
• Delivery experience within an agile environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and maintain software for data integration.
• Deliver observable and secure software with a focus on automation.
• Participate in story definition and assist with acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with Principal Engineers and Architects.

Skills

Scala development

Docker

Kubernetes

Cloud technologies

Test Driven Development

Jenkins

TeamCity

Agile methodologies

Pair Programming

Job description

Qualifications

• Strong Scala development experience, preferably in the akka / pekko ecosystem.
• Experience working with Docker, Kubernetes and Cloud technologies.
• Strong Test Driven Development background, with understanding of levels of testing required to continuously deliver value to production.
• Experience with build management and CI systems such as Jenkins, TeamCity or similar.
• Delivery experience within an agile environment using Scrum / Kanban methodologies and Pair Programming.
• The attitude of leading by example and the willingness to work as part of a team (Remote: Remote).

About the Role

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 (GS-Data) department is leading the way in many areas of data. The department 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 deliver customer‑led sophisticated insights and analytics.

What you’ll do

• Design, build, test and maintain software to help integrate and orchestrate the movement of data between critical Data components.
• Deliver observable, reliable and secure software, adopting a "you build it you run it" mentality, and focus on automation.
• Take an active role in story definition, assisting business collaborators with acceptance criteria.
• Work with Principal Engineers and Architects to share and supply to the broader technical vision.

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.

Benefits

• 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, 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 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.

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.