Real‑Time Scala Solutions Architect — Streaming Data Platform

Sky; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier broadcasting company in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled software developer to design and maintain data integration solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong Scala development experience within the Akka/Pekko ecosystem, proficiency in Docker and Kubernetes, and a background in Test-Driven Development. A commitment to mentoring and working in an agile environment is essential. This position offers opportunities to work on innovative projects with millions of users globally, combined with a hybrid working model and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Subsidised gym

Wide range of Sky VIP rewards

Qualifications

• Proven experience in delivering complex, production-quality applications.
• Strong experience with Scala specific to Akka/Pekko ecosystem.
• Familiarity with Docker and cloud technologies.
• Ability to work in an agile environment using Scrum/Kanban.
• Willingness to mentor less experienced team members.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test and maintain software to integrate data movement.
• Ensure software is observable, reliable, and secure.
• Contribute to story definition and assist in acceptance criteria.
• Collaborate with engineers on the broader technical vision.
• Support and mentor less experienced team members.

Skills

Scala development experience

Docker

Kubernetes

Test-Driven Development

Briefs creation

Agile methodologies

Leading by example

Tools

Jenkins

TeamCity

Job description

A premier broadcasting company in the United Kingdom seeks a skilled software developer to design and maintain data integration solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong Scala development experience within the Akka/Pekko ecosystem, proficiency in Docker and Kubernetes, and a background in Test-Driven Development. A commitment to mentoring and working in an agile environment is essential. This position offers opportunities to work on innovative projects with millions of users globally, combined with a hybrid working model and comprehensive benefits.