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

• Deploy and maintain enterprise storage solutions using Dell PowerScale, Unity, and PowerVault.

• Configure and manage SAN environments using Brocade or Cisco SAN switches.

• Manage a large-scale, complex NAS environment based on PixStor, Ngenea, and Spectrum Scale (GPFS) components.

• Develop and maintain automation scripts using Python and Bash to support storage operations and monitoring.

• Administer storage systems across Linux and Windows platforms.

• Ensure high availability, performance, and scalability of storage infrastructure.

• Maintain comprehensive documentation for storage configurations, procedures, and operational standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business and application requirements.

• Monitor and troubleshoot storage performance issues and participate in incident resolution.

• Support backup and archival processes and contribute to capacity planning.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience with Dell PowerScale, Unity, and PowerVault or similar SAN and NAS storage systems.

• Hands-on expertise with Brocade or Cisco SAN switches.

• Strong scripting skills in Python and Bash.

• Solid understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems.

• Ability to produce and maintain clear, structured technical documentation.

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Desired Technical Skills

• Experience with IBM Spectrum Protect (TSM), Spectrum Scale (GPFS), and Spectrum Archive.

• Familiarity with NetBackup and tape library management.

• Exposure to VMware virtualization technologies.

• Understanding of AWS storage services and cloud integration.

• Knowledge of monitoring tools such as Zabbix, Prometheus, and Grafana.

• Experience with Pixstor and Ngenea products is highly advantageous.

Other Requirements

• A collaborative team player with excellent communication skills.

• Demonstrated ability to share knowledge and support team learning.

• Proactive and eager to learn new technologies and approaches.

• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Working from the office two days a week with occasional travel to other sites in the UK

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.