Senior Data Engineer

Sky; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications company in London is seeking a Sr. Data Engineer to influence the strategy and development of their data platform. The ideal candidate will possess a graduate degree in Computer Science, deep expertise in cloud infrastructure (GCP/AWS), and advanced skills in Python and SQL. Responsibilities include leading technical decisions, defining the data platform roadmap, and overseeing the end-to-end delivery of data processing. This role offers competitive benefits and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Generous pension package

Discounted mobile and broadband

Sky Q and Sky Glass at exclusive rates

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (BSc) in Computer Science or related field.
• Deep expertise in cloud architecture (GCP/AWS) using Terraform and Git.
• Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL for ETL/ELT pipelines.
• Extensive experience managing diverse data ecosystems.
• Hands-on experience implementing data governance and security.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical decisions shaping the data platform's vision.
• Define and deliver data platform roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Oversee end-to-end data processing capabilities delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in data engineering.
• Implement robust data lifecycle management for quality and compliance.

Skills

Cloud infrastructure design

Collaboration and leadership

Data engineering best practices

Problem-solving in dynamic environments

Adaptability

Education

Graduate degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Python

SQL

GCP

Terraform

Apache Airflow

Kafka

Job description

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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.

Within the Communications & Infrastructure group, RTA ( Real-Time Analytics ) is a platform that offers every team and every individual in Sky Technology a managed service of Sky's Telco telemetry data assets and enables data analytics at scale.

We are looking for a promising and seasoned Sr. Data Engineer who will act as a technical leader within the data engineering team, shaping the future of our data platform and enabling data-driven decision-making across the organisation.

This role goes beyond coding- it's about influencing strategy, fostering collaboration, and driving excellence in data lifecycle management.

What you’ll do

• Lead technical decisions and shape the data platform’s long-term vision for efficiency, scalability, and compliance.

• Define and deliver the data platform roadmap, collaborating with stakeholders to align with business objectives.

• Oversee and contribute to the end-to-end delivery of data processing capabilities - including design, development, and support - with a distributed team.

• Drive continuous improvement in ways of working and foster innovation by exploring new technologies and methodologies.

• Implement robust data lifecycle management and automation to ensure data quality, security, accessibility, and compliance.

What you’ll bring

• Graduate degree (BSc) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field, coupled with extensive experience in data engineering.
• Cloud & Infrastructure-as-Code: Deep expertise in architecting on major cloud platforms (GCP/AWS) using Terraform for infrastructure automation and Git for robust version control and CI/CD workflows.
• Big Data Processing & Engineering: Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL to build scalable batch and streaming ETL/ELT pipelines using distributed frameworks like Spark or Beam.
• Data Architecture & Storage: Extensive experience managing diverse data ecosystems, including Relational/NoSQL databases, high-performance Data Warehouses, and complex storage for structured and unstructured data
• Data Governance & Security: Hands-on experience implementing data quality frameworks, security protocols, and full data lifecycle management.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams in dynamic environments, ideally in Telecom or similar industries where software is always-on and customer experience is critical.
• Collaborative Problem Solving: A "lead by influence" mindset that values diverse perspectives and proactively removes roadblocks to ensure team success.
• Adaptability in High-Stakes Environments: Proven resilience in dynamic, "always-on" industries (like Telecom), where system uptime and customer experience are mission-critical.

Technology Stack

• Apache Airflow / Kafka

• GCP ( BigQuery , GCS, Composer, IAM)

• Python

• Terraform

• Linux / Bash

Team overview

Looking to be part of non-stop innovation? Join our Group Communications and Infrastructure team and you'll work alongside experts in broadband, telephony, mobile, cloud and infrastructure. We're the team that designs, builds, supports and maintains the telecoms networks across the whole Sky Group. Together, we help Sky broadband, mobile and TV enter new markets by creating a single and secure infrastructure for the amazing content and services that keep our customers coming back for more.

The rewards

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here's a taster:

• 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 in the recruitment process.

Your office space

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’d 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.

But better doesn’t stop at what we do, it’s how we do it, too. 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.