Network Operations Engineer

Sky; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media and entertainment company in the UK is seeking a Network Engineer to support Core Network capacity expansion and migrations. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Network Design team, utilizing their knowledge of service provider technologies like IOS-XR and Cisco routers. This role offers a hybrid work environment and promotes inclusivity and diversity. Strong communication skills and a proactive mindset are essential. You will be part of a dedicated team committed to high-performance standards in network operations.

Benefits

Generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Access to Sky VIP rewards

Qualifications

• Solid experience with service provider technologies, understanding Core IP backbone, CDN, Peering and Transit.
• Good experience with IOS-XR based platforms such as Cisco NCS/ASR routers.
• Strong experience in ISIS, MPLS, BGP, QOS, Segment routing, EPE, EVPN, Telemetry.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Network Design team to understand requirements.
• Prepare provisioning procedures for network capacity upgrades.
• Deploy procedures during out of business hours.
• Test procedures in lab environment to ensure successful deployment.

Skills

Service provider technologies understanding

IOS-XR based platforms experience

Communication skills

Knowledge of Python and GIT

Tools

Cisco NCS/ASR routers

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.

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.

What you'll do

• 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.

What you'll bring

• 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
• G reat 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

Team overview

We are responsible for the Strategy, Architecture, Design, and Operations of all Telecom services provided by Sky across the Group (UK&I, Germany and Italy).

We deliver 4G/5GMobile, Broadband and Fixed Line services using ground-breaking technologies and modern operational paradigms such as SRE and Agile. From High scale routing, Network Automation, Telco Cloud, SDN/NFV to Software Development and Data science for predictive operations, we adopt modern technologies, practices, tools with strong focus on people development to provide the stability and performance that our customers depend on!

Comms Group

We are responsible for the Strategy, Architecture, Design, and Operations of all Telecom services provided by Sky across the Group (UK&I, Germany and Italy).

We deliver 4G/5GMobile, Broadband and Fixed Line services using ground-breaking technologies and modern operational paradigms such as SRE and Agile. From High scale routing, Network Automation, Telco Cloud, SDN/NFV to Software Development and Data science for predictive operations, we adopt modern technologies, practices, tools with strong focus on people development to provide the stability and performance that our customers depend on!

The Rewards

• 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 £30million 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.

Why wait?

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can't wait to hear from you.

A job you love to talk about.

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.