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 Broadcast Engineer, you will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of broadcast equipment used in radio or television broadcasting. This includes audio consoles, video switches, transmitters, and other related systems. You must ensure that all broadcasts are transmitted without interruption to viewers/listeners at home as well as monitor signal strength from remote sites.
What you'll do
1. React quickly to failure and ensure that you have all the tools, access, and knowledge you need to resolve the issues.
2. Take ownership of issues for the Support department.
3. Ensure that all functional areas within the department communicate effectively on day-to-day operational problems.
4. Work with the Origination and Distribution Support Manager to communicate the day-to-day implementation of department objectives.
5. Ensure that technical solutions are received into the Support Department from Design and Projects groups through collaborative working.
6. Provide timely and accurate reports of current issues and future requirements to the Origination and Distribution Support Manager.
What you'll bring
1. Solid understanding of MPEG/DVB standards.
2. Sound understanding of IT and Networking to understand basic network issues.
3. Understanding of the application of ETSI standard ETR290 towards MPEG/DVB streams using an appropriate analyser.
4. Experience with Encoding and Compression Systems (MPEG2, 4, HEVC).
5. Experience with Java.
6. Knowledge of Splunk.
7. Good at conflict resolution, troubleshooting, and decision-making.
8. Experience with cloud solutions.
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 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. Depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr