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.
What you'll do
- Collaborates closely with Product and Development teams to identify product and technical requirements
- Develops strategies and characterizing Wi-Fi behavior in our new products; leads and able to resolve engineering investigations which includes identifying, reproducing, and resolving product defects
- Communicates with tool development teams to make best use of automation for new test features introduced.
- Reviews and verifies requirements and design specifications for validity in overall product design, with an emphasis towards product architecture requirements, testability and verification
- Assists in developing Quality Assurance test philosophies and methodologies; assists in identifying viable test strategies in order to support testing product functionality
- Familiar with advanced Wi-Fi test automation frameworks and industry trends from IEEE, WFA, WBA, IETF
- Assist in the identification and resolution of problems and defects; able to initiate investigation processes, identifies and reproduces bugs or defects and drives issues and improvements to resolution
What you'll bring
Pre-Requisite:
- BS degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering or related technical field, MS preferred
- Solid understanding of Wi-Fi antennas, frequency coordination, 802.11 technologies and IP protocols.
- Excellent communication skills
- Moderate level knowledge of scripting
- Troubleshooting and root-cause-analysis skills.
- Extensive experience in networking and wireless technologies.
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance; variable schedule(s) as necessary
Optional:
- Experience with Load/Performance testing will be added advantage
- Experience in home networking protocols and technologies such as Bluetooth, Matter, Wi-Fi and other
- Experience with broadband product test including DOCSIS, ethernet, cable modem standards, digital voice and other
- Hands-on experience with device/consumer products test, ideally in high performance applications
- Background in working in highly automated product test environments and able to assist in test automation/maintenance when necessary
- Ability to works with technology partner/vendor teams to drive architecture decisions and troubleshoot problems
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
- Languages: Good knowledge of data science tools, scripting and programming languages
Team overview
Product Delivery
Want to deliver brilliant products and unmissable entertainment that grips millions of households? Our 1000 strong, Product Delivery team does everything from developing innovative AI technology to creating the best HDR viewing experience for TV products. From Sky Go to Sky Q & Sky Glass, we take our products to the next level and make them more agile and reliable with every release.
As an Apps Integration / Senior Apps Integration Engineer, you will provide essential technical development and support functions to internal and external stakeholders in the ever-increasing world of Apps.
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 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
Brentwood
This location takes some beating: we're practically in Brentwood station, which has regular trains to London Liverpool Street. If you find it easier to drive, there's some onsite parking, while Chatham Way car park is a short walk away.
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.
