Senior Technical Architect

ZipRecruiter; Borehamwood; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading broadcasting company is seeking a Solutions Architect to define and innovate broadcast technology. This role involves architecting solutions, leading the shift to cloud-based infrastructures, and ensuring high standards in broadcast operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in broadcast technology and experience with cloud platforms. A competitive benefits package and a hybrid working environment are offered.

Benefits

Generous pension package

Private healthcare

Discounted mobile and broadband

Wide range of Sky VIP rewards

Qualifications

• Proven experience with complex broadcast projects involving IP-based systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in public cloud platforms and infrastructure as code.
• Solid background in media workflows and playout systems.

Responsibilities

• Architect and evolve broadcast solutions from content ingest to distribution.
• Lead the transition to IP-based architectures and cloud integration.
• Define best practices for automation and high availability in operations.

Skills

Broadcast Technology knowledge

Cloud Platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

Software Quality Assurance

Leadership skills

Software Development

Education

Degree in Broadcast Technology or Computer Science

Tools

Kubernetes

CI/CD Pipelines

Job description

Overview

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 Solutions Architect plays a pivotal role in defining the technological foundation and strategic development of our broadcast television solutions. This key position focuses on high-level architectural design and innovation, ensuring our technology stack is scalable, resilient, and capable of supporting the complex needs of modern broadcasting operations.

What you’ll do

• Architect and evolve end-to-end broadcast solutions, from content ingest to playout and distribution, ensuring seamless integration across legacy and modern systems.
• Lead the transition from traditional SDI-based infrastructure to IP-based, cloud-enabled architectures, leveraging technologies such as AWS Cloud, Kubernetes, and serverless computing.
• Define and enforce best practices and architectural standards that support automation, scalability, and high availability in broadcast operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software-defined solutions meet business and technical requirements.
• Stay ahead of industry trends in cloud broadcasting, media orchestration, and automation, and recommend innovative solutions to enhance flexibility and cost-efficiency.
• Act as a design authority and quality leader, ensuring all technical solutions are robust, secure, and future-proof.

What you’ll bring

• Degree in Broadcast Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent professional experience.
• Proven experience delivering complex broadcast projects, including IP-based and cloud-integrated systems.
• Strong understanding of broadcast signal chains, media workflows, and playout systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in public cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure), including infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, and serverless architectures.
• Solid background in software development and deployment, with proficiency in modern development practices such as version control and automated delivery pipelines.
• Strong focus on software quality, with a deep understanding of functional (unit, integration, system) and non-functional (performance, scalability, reliability, security) testing.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across development, QA, and operations teams to deliver high-quality, resilient, and maintainable solutions. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a proven ability to guide teams through technical transformations.

Team overview

We support the technology and deliver change through innovative projects to support Live Production and Live content delivery for News, Sports & Entertainment in MCR, Playout and Distribution technology areas across the Sky Group in UK, Italy and Germany. We are an international team working with our customers and our partners in operations to build solutions to meet the needs of the most effective and innovative productions for our customers.

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

How you’ll work

We are a 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 campus details: Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. You can also use free shuttle buses to nearby stations. On campus, there are 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. We offer a subsidised gym, cinema, car wash and beauty services.

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. If your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. Depending on the role and any convictions, we might have to withdraw the offer.