Associate Systems Engineer - Graphics

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.  

As an Associate Systems Engineer, you’ll be responsible for designing, integrating, and automating hardware and software broadcast solutions. Using a code-first approach and industry-standard tooling, you’ll support Sky Sports’ cutting-edge XR studios, large LED volumes, AR graphics, and data-driven infographics for top-tier sporting events. You’ll also play a key role in high-profile Sky News broadcasts, including elections, budget announcements, and fast-paced breaking news coverage.  

What you'll do

• Deploy and manage containerised, virtualised, and software-defined workloads. 

• Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting solutions to ensure effective observability across core platforms. 

• Maintain and operate CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes. 

• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in broadcast systems, ensuring minimal downtime and smooth operations. 

• Collaborate with design, production, and engineering teams to align system development with project goals and timelines. 

• Integrate security best practices and work with the security team to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations. 

• Implement scalable, high-performance graphics systems that integrate with existing broadcast infrastructure. 

• Optimise hardware and software systems for graphics rendering, pipelines, real-time processing, and output. 

• Maintain detailed documentation of processes and updates to support clear communication and knowledge sharing within the team. 

• Foster a collaborative and innovative engineering culture, with a focus on cloud technologies and efficient deployment practices. 

What you'll bring

• Experience in software engineering with a focus on containerised and cloud computing, and configuration management using tools such as Ansible. 

• Understanding of graphics rendering techniques and technologies relevant to broadcast applications. 

• Proficiency in Linux, including basic troubleshooting via command-line interfaces. 

• Solid working knowledge of IT networking (IPv4, TCP/UDP, DNS) and common security standards (SSH keys, TLS certificates). 

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems in both broadcast and IT environments. 

• Experience working in live production environments is a plus. 

• Familiarity with graphics solutions such as Vizrt, Unreal Engine, Unity, and HTML5. 

Team overview  

Content technology and innovation  

Our Content Technology and Innovation team delivers high-quality content to homes, customer devices, businesses and commercial partners across our European markets. With over 2500 colleagues from around the world, we combine our strategic insights, engineering know-how and operational excellence to use the most innovative technologies to create and distribute our award-winning content.  

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’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.