Solution Architect

Sky UK; Trentino-Alto Adige; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading company in broadcasting technology seeks a seasoned professional for a role focused on engineering and operational responsibilities. Ideal candidates will hold a relevant degree and extensive experience, playing a crucial part in innovative projects related to live content delivery and broadcast operations.

Servizi

Sky Q subscription

Discounted mobile and broadband

Sky VIP rewards

Competenze

• 7+ years’ experience in broadcast operations or engineering roles.
• Competent in drafting and diagramming applications.
• Extensive experience in tech delivery and operational processes.

Mansioni

• Define and propose solutions to meet business goals.
• Design comprehensive systems ensuring required service levels.
• Support tech platform roadmap evolution.

Conoscenze

Project delivery

Technical process documentation writing

Communication

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Operations or Computer Sciences

Vocational qualification such as HND or BTEC

Strumenti

Autodesk AutoCAD

Microsoft Visio

Atlassian JIRA

Confluence

AWS

Descrizione del lavoro

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.

You'll be involved in many projects that delivery groundbreaking uses of technology in the industry and be a part of a wider Content, Technology and Innovation group that enjoys pushing the boundaries of what is possible!

What you'll do

• Understand and respond to Sky Group's business and operational requirements to define and propose solutions to meet the business goals and objectives.
• Take responsibility for the design and definition of comprehensive systems, ensuring these can support the provision of service to required and agreed levels
• Work with technology teams to craft and develop solutions that are secure, high responsive, scalable, extensible and resilient to failure to meet the business' high availability requirements.
• Provide advice and support to other internal groups to recommend appropriate technology for the implementation of Live content and contribution solutions
• Support the evolution of the technology platform roadmap in Contribution and Origination platforms and represent them across the wider business
• Build effective communication across all business areas within Sky and to ensure knowledge and experience is shared for mutual benefit.
• Get hands on with public cloud services such as AWS, Encoding and Decoding hardware and software solutions, Video and audio processing & Networking of compressed and uncompressed live content.

What you'll bring

• One of either a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Operations / Engineer ing or Computer sciences or v ocational qualification in Broadcast specific such as HND, BTEC with 7+ years’ experience in Broadcast operational, engineering or technical operational type positions.
• extensive experience in project delivery or supporting technology delivery into operations.
• Competent in the use of drafting / diagramming software applications such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Microsoft Visio, DrawIO
• Extensive experience in technical and / or operational process documentation writing

Technologies you’ll use or be familiar with

• Drafting / diagramming applications E.g. Autodesk AutoCAD , Microsoft Visio, DrawIO
• Road mapping applications – Aha!
• Task Management and Technical documentation – Atlassian JIRA and Confluence
• Cloud Technology providers – AWS
• Networking technology and standards – Practical knowledge of networking standards such as TCP / IP, UDP , and Multicasting . L 3 / L 2 Protocols and standards . Industry specific practical knowledge of Application specific protocols such as RTP, NTP, PTP and standards such as ST2110 / ST2022 , and ARQ protocols such as SRT, RIST, Zixi preferrable.

Team overview

We support the technology and deliver change through innovate projects to support the 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
• 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 on in the recruitment process.

Your office space :

Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There’s also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

We'd love to hear from you

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.

You'll be involved in many projects that delivery groundbreaking uses of technology in the industry and be a part of a wider Content, Technology and Innovation group that enjoys pushing the boundaries of what is possible!

What you'll do

• Understand and respond to Sky Group's business and operational requirements to define and propose solutions to meet the business goals and objectives.
• Take responsibility for the design and definition of comprehensive systems, ensuring these can support the provision of service to required and agreed levels
• Work with technology teams to craft and develop solutions that are secure, high responsive, scalable, extensible and resilient to failure to meet the business' high availability requirements.
• Provide advice and support to other internal groups to recommend appropriate technology for the implementation of Live content and contribution solutions
• Support the evolution of the technology platform roadmap in Contribution and Origination platforms and represent them across the wider business
• Build effective communication across all business areas within Sky and to ensure knowledge and experience is shared for mutual benefit.
• Get hands on with public cloud services such as AWS, Encoding and Decoding hardware and software solutions, Video and audio processing & Networking of compressed and uncompressed live content.

What you'll bring

• One of either a bachelor’s degree in Broadcast Operations / Engineer ing or Computer sciences or v ocational qualification in Broadcast specific such as HND, BTEC with 7+ years’ experience in Broadcast operational, engineering or technical operational type positions.
• extensive experience in project delivery or supporting technology delivery into operations.
• Competent in the use of drafting / diagramming software applications such as Autodesk AutoCAD, Microsoft Visio, DrawIO
• Extensive experience in technical and / or operational process documentation writing

Technologies you’ll use or be familiar with

• Drafting / diagramming applications E.g. Autodesk AutoCAD , Microsoft Visio, DrawIO
• Road mapping applications – Aha!
• Task Management and Technical documentation – Atlassian JIRA and Confluence
• Cloud Technology providers – AWS
• Networking technology and standards – Practical knowledge of networking standards such as TCP / IP, UDP , and Multicasting . L 3 / L 2 Protocols and standards . Industry specific practical knowledge of Application specific protocols such as RTP, NTP, PTP and standards such as ST2110 / ST2022 , and ARQ protocols such as SRT, RIST, Zixi preferrable.

Team overview

We support the technology and deliver change through innovate projects to support the 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
• 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 on in the recruitment process.

Your office space :

Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There’s also plenty of bike shelters and showers.

On campus, you’ll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon.

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.

There’s more to our work than work. We’ve built an inclusive culture where we can learn from each other and innovate together. There’s plenty of opportunities for you to explore what you’re passionate about.

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