Senior Storage 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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Storage Engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in a wide range of storage technologies and systems, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a global team environment.

What you'll do

• Design, implement, and manage storage solutions using IBM Storage Scale (GPFS), Storage Protect (TSM), Spectrum Archive, Dell/EMC PowerScale (Isilon), Unity, PowerVault, Brocade and Cisco SAN switches, IBM V7000 and tape libraries, and NetBackup.
• Ensure optimal performance, reliability, and scalability of storage systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate storage solutions with Linux, Windows, VMware and AWS environments.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members, fostering their professional growth.
• Document processes, procedures, and best practices, ensuring knowledge sharing across the team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex storage-related issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring data integrity.

What you'll bring

• Extensive experience managing, supporting and troubleshooting:
  • IBM Storage Scale (GPFS), Storage Protect (TSM), Spectrum Archive
  • Dell PowerScale (Isilon), Unity, PowerVault storage systems
  • Brocade and Cisco SAN switches
  • IBM V7000/V5000 storage systems
  • Veritas NetBackup
• Proficiency in Linux, Windows, and AWS environments
• Strong Bash and Python scripting skills, with a focus on automation
• Experience with Prometheus, Grafana and Zabbix monitoring tools
• Experience with Docker
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and take initiative.
• Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work efficiently within a global team.
• Proven experience in mentoring junior team members.
• Effective documentation skills, with a focus on process and procedure standardization.

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.

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.