Senior DevOps Engineer 12- month FTC

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

Design, build, and manage scalable, secure, and resilient cloud platforms across multiple environments and global regions using tools such as Concourse-CI, Terraform.

Collaborate closely with development teams to troubleshoot and optimize application architecture for performance, security, and reliability.

Develop, maintain, and enhance CI/CD pipelines and automation frameworks to support rapid, reliable deployment of infrastructure and services.

Monitor and improve the stability and efficiency of infrastructure systems, ensuring minimal downtime and seamless operation.

Partner with cross-functional teams, including development, operations, and security, to implement DevOps best practices and drive a culture of automation.

Build custom automation tools to streamline IT operations and improve system management and deployment processes.

What you\’ll bring:

Proven hands-on experience deploying and managing containerised applications using Docker and Kubernetes (or similar orchestration tools) such as AWS ECS FARGATE.

Strong background in building and maintaining CI/CD pipeline s using tools like Concourse CI, GitHub Actions , or Jenkins . Experience integrating security scans, automated tests, and blue/green or canary deployments.

Expertise in version control systems, particularly Git and GitHub, including workflow strategies and collaboration practices.

Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills to investigate and resolve incidents across complex, large-scale infrastructure, with a focus on root cause analysis and long-term solutions.

Deep knowledge of AWS , including services like ECS, Lambda, IoT Core, RDS, DynamoDB, and CloudFormation . Ability to architect scalable, cost-efficient cloud-native solutions.

Demonstrated ability to develop custom automation tools to streamline IT operations, infrastructure management, and deployment processes.

Proficient in infrastructure-as-code and automation using Terraform and configuration management tools.

Solid programming experience in any language, such as Ruby, Python, Bash , and Go , used to script, automate, and extend DevOps workflows.

Strong Linux system administration skills, with the ability to manage, secure, and optimise environments effectively.

Skilled in designing and presenting architectural diagrams and technical solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience working closely with developers, SREs, and product teams in Agile environments. Skilled at presenting architecture, writing technical documentation, and mentoring peers.

Team overview

Group Communications & Infrastructure

Looking to be part of non-stop innovation? Join our Group Communications and Infrastructure team and you’ll work alongside experts in broadband, telephony, mobile, cloud and infrastructure. We’re the team that designs, builds, supports and maintains the telecoms networks across the whole Sky Group. Together, we help Sky broadband, mobile and TV enter new markets by creating a single and secure infrastructure for the amazing content and services that keep our customers coming back for more.

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

Discounted mobile and broadband

A wide range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences

Inclusion & how you\’ll work

Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky.

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

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.

There’s more to our work than work. We’ve built an inclusive culture where we can learn from each other and innovate together. There’s plenty of opportunities for you to explore what you’re passionate about.

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