Systems Engineer – Workflows

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 a Systems Engineer – Workflows, you will play a key role in designing, enhancing, and supporting modern broadcast workflows. Working closely with software engineers, product managers, and operational teams, you will help shape products from concept through deployment, ensuring solutions are scalable, reliable, and fit for live production environments. 

This role blends hands-on technical problem-solving with collaborative product development. It is well suited to someone who enjoys prototyping new ideas, improving existing systems, and working at the intersection of broadcast engineering and cloud-based technologies. 

You’ll work on high-impact broadcast systems that support real-world production, within a collaborative environment that values technical quality, learning, and continuous improvement. Working at Sky Sports and SKY News offers the opportunity to be part of a fast‑paced, high‑performance environment where innovation, teamwork, and excellence are central to delivering world‑class coverage. It is an organisation that values precision, collaboration, and passion for sport, while continuously pushing standards through data, technology, and creativity.    

What you'll do  

Product & Workflow Development 

• Support definition of workflow and product requirements and contribute to delivery documentation. 

• Identify and implement improvements to existing workflows, balancing innovation with operational stability. 

Collaboration & Deployment 

• Work with software engineers to design, implement, and deploy workflow solutions with a focus on performance, scalability, and reliability. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions into existing broadcast infrastructure. 

Prototyping, Testing & Support 

• Contribute to prototypes and proof-of-concepts to explore new technologies and approaches. 

• Participate in functional and non-functional testing and provide clear, actionable feedback. 

• Assist with diagnosing and resolving technical issues, helping minimise service impact. 

Documentation & Knowledge Sharing 

• Create and maintain technical documentation such as specifications and user guides. 

• Share knowledge within the team to support continuous improvement. 

What you'll bring 

• Strong understanding of broadcast systems including encoding, transcoding, playout, and streaming. 

• Knowledge of video standards such as SD, HD, UHD, MPEG-4 AVC (H.264), and MPEG-5 HEVC. 

• Experience with IP networking concepts including TCP/IP, UDP, RTP, VLANs, and transport stream encapsulation. 

• Understanding of system and software testing practices and structured troubleshooting approaches. 

• A collaborative, curious mindset with enthusiasm for learning and applying new broadcast and media technologies, with the ability to explain technical concepts to varied audiences. 

• Experience with cloud-based live television production workflows (nice-to- have)

• Familiarity with relevant industry standards and protocols. (nice-to-have) 

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 

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! 

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. 

Your office space 

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.