Junior Ux Designer jobs in United Kingdom

We are working at Sky Home Communications. The role sits within the fast‑paced Connectivity Software team, part of Sky Home Communications. We lead development on the RDK WAN Manager and Broadband Application Framework – key components of the open‑source RDK‑B platform used in millions of broadband devices worldwide.

As a Software Architect, you’ll define the software component architecture for our connectivity products, ensuring robust, scalable design. You’ll represent Sky in the RDK‑B community, support continuous improvement and collaborate with stakeholders across the business. A proactive mindset and commitment to quality are essential.

You'll be part of a world‑class team building cutting‑edge, network‑enabled products that empower Sky customers to stay connected and enjoy what they love anytime, anywhere.

• Attend architecture calls to define user stories and document use cases in JIRA.
• Define clear software interfaces to external modules and outline end‑to‑end deployment scenarios.
• Contribute to feasibility assessments and delivery planning for proposed architectures.
• Define and document software component architecture to support scalable, maintainable solutions.
• Identify and implement technical changes required to meet specific project requirements.
• Lead technical investigations, applying creative problem‑solving and advanced debugging techniques.
• Collaborate with third‑party partners and suppliers to integrate their solutions into Sky’s products.
• Engage with the RDK‑B community‑leading working groups, proposing solutions, building consensus and working closely with internal architects, hardware teams, and the Head of Department to drive innovation and transformation of the router stack.

• Strong software development experience in C/C++ on Linux, with a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Expertise in software architecture for IP routers and network devices (VoIP, DSL, GPON, DOCSIS, Wi‑Fi), and familiarity with protocols like TCP/IP, SIP, RTP, PPP, DHCP, IPv4/IPv6, OpenSync, OVS, TR‑069, and WebPA.
• Excellent communication skills, able to adapt technical detail to suit different audiences, and a collaborative mindset that supports team success.
• Highly organised and self‑motivated, thriving in fast‑paced environments with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Creative and analytical thinker, with meticulous attention to detail and strong problem‑solving and debugging skills.
• Experience with RDK‑B, OpenWRT, or PRPL WRT is a significant advantage.

Product Delivery

Want to deliver brilliant products and unmissable entertainment that grips millions of households? Our 1,000 strong Product Delivery team does everything from developing innovative AI technology to creating the best HDR viewing experience for TV products. From Sky Go to Sky Q & Sky Glass, we take our products to the next level and make them more agile and reliable with every release.

• 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

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 in the recruitment process.

Brentwood

This location is conveniently near Brentwood station, which has regular trains to London Liverpool Street. If you find it easier to drive, there is onsite parking, and Chatham Way car park is a short walk away.

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 ; 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.

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