Technical Analyst

  • SKY Group
  • Leeds, Yorkshire
  • Dec 17, 2022
Full time I.T. & Communications

Job Description

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 looking for Technical Analysts to fulfil a vital role in our squads bridging the gap between our Product Owners and the Technical Delivery team. Our team provides Platforms & Capabilities that underpin products such as our Sky Sports and Sky News Apps and web sites as well as providing short form video to Sky Glass and Sky Q.

What you'll do
  • Work with squad members, product owners and wider collaborators in the creation and completion of requirements documents, story authorship and technical solution definitions.
  • Ensure these accurately and concisely describe the core elements of the role
  • Assist with the compilation and analysis of performance metrics

What you'll bring
  • An ability to distil complex requests in to clear concrete steps
  • A passion for clear, complete documentation
  • Experience of Agile working practices

Team overview

We're the Product Hub. We're the team behind your favourite Sky products, and the platforms that power them. We make every moment magnificent, everywhere. Our team is made up of self-motivated, big thinkers who have a curiosity about solving problems and find new ways to captivate millions of customers by putting them at the heart of everything we do. From Sky Glass, Sky Q, Peacock and NOW to news and sports apps, we make entertainment even better, and we can't wait to get started on what's next.

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 crafting 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.

The rewards

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to : the perks. Here's a taster:

  • Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
  • The magic of Sky Glass at a best-in-class 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

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

We've adopted 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

Leeds

Our spacious tech hub is less than a mile from Leeds train station. There's plenty of parking in the surrounding streets and at the nearby CitiPark.

Need a break? You can blow off steam over a game of pool or table tennis, and stay fit at our subsidised gym.

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.