Associate Java Developer

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.

Working in the Data department within GST, our team works on various requirements for data processing capabilities across the business, including 3rd party streaming services. Part of the role will include contributing towards improving the data platform itself, working on Microservices and Java components which make up the platform.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain scalable, data-driven applications in Java, leveraging object-oriented programming principles.
• Contribute to agile practices like estimations, proactively research topics, share and present your ideas and contribute to peer discussions.
• Work independently or utilise pair-programming approaches to implement and optimise microservices and distributed systems on GCP (GKE, PubSub, BigQuery, Dataflow) with containerisation tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Build and manage efficient data processing pipelines, employing streaming technologies and both relational/NoSQL databases.
• Write and execute comprehensive unit, integration, and non-functional tests to ensure code quality and system performance.
• Collaborate on continuous integration and delivery processes using Jenkins, adhering to best practices in Git-based version control and automated testing.
• Troubleshoot production issues, propose improvements, and stay current with emerging technologies to drive innovation in the platform.

What you'll bring

• Experience with Java and object-oriented programming concepts.
• Experience with data platforms, data processing frameworks and streaming technologies.
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and distributed systems.
• Exposure to Google Cloud Platform (GCP), particularly GKE, PubSub and BigQuery.
• Some experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
• Knowledge of containerisation and orchestration (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes).
• Understanding of software engineering best practices, including version control (Git), CI/CD, and automated testing.
• Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and non-functional testing to ensure code reliability and system performance.
• Hands-on experience with Jenkins for CI/CD pipeline automation.
• Good problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn new technologies.
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and communicating problems to the team

Team overview

Global Streaming Technology

Our team develops and supports market-leading video streaming services, underpinned by state-of-the-art engineering principles. We do this at huge scale: for over 50 million customers globally, spanning NBCUniversal Peacock in the US and Sky, NOW, WOW & SkyShowtime across Europe and Showmax across Africa. No matter the device, the time or the place, we make sure that our diverse audiences can easily find and enjoy whatever they want to watch, choosing from the world’s best entertainment, news and sport.

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 on in the recruitment process.

Your office space

Osterley

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 are 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.