Senior Data Engineer

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.

In the Viewing Engineering team in Sky Data we know the data is critical to the success of our products and services. We use the latest tooling to build production systems to process first party viewing data, integrate hundreds of attributes for personalisation and transform advertising data to deliver value for our stakeholders; all of which helps us bring customers more of what they love.

What you'll do

• Work as a key technical member within a squad responsible for analysis, design, build and test of data objects which are presented to business users, and  build excellent code.

• Understand and contribute to the agile delivery process and propose improvements to address the challenges of agile methodologies in a data delivery team.

• Drive forward best practice within the team and take ownership of quality across a wide range of requirements from data warehousing to real-time streaming. Work in close collaboration with other team members and subject matter experts and roll out initiatives across multiple squads.

• Actively share knowledge of our systems and data products.

• Provide accurate estimates and domain knowledge, highlight risks and challenge assumptions.

• Support the other members of the team with coaching, mentoring, training and performance management in order to achieve business and stakeholder outcomes.

What you'll bring

• Strong and demonstrable SQL skills suited to complex and large scale data transformations and data warehousing concepts such as slowly changing dimensions.

• Proven experience working with large, complex datasets in a cloud environment (GCP/AWS/Azure) and leading in solution decision making and solution implementation.

• Ability to develop code in a range of programming languages (eg. Unix scripting & Python) including familiarity with scripting for automation and scheduling.

• Experience in data integration and data orchestration tools and proven decision making ability to select tools appropriate for tasks.

• A strong knowledge of CI/CD and an ability to adapt and extend existing processes and tools or introduce new ones.

• Clear verbal and written communication, particularly in discussing and explaining technical concepts.

• An enthusiasm to contribute to analysis, development and testing disciplines and an understanding of the skills and attributes which are relevant and how you can contribute.

• Exceptional social skills with the ability to nurture team spirit and confidence in colleagues and to share knowledge effectively.

Team overview

Group Data Hub

Want to unlock the power of data? Our Group Data Hub works with millions of data transformations every day to deliver value, improve customer experience and enable new product launches. From architecture to analytics and engineering to science: it’s how we bring customers more of what they love.

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.

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.