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. Group Product is the team that brings new and exciting products, like our award-winning Sky Q set-top-box and Sky Glass streaming TV, to customers across 5 countries. It’s a genuine team effort. That’s why we want talented people, like you, to join us and help make the future happen. We value diversity of thought and opinion, have a supportive and inclusive culture, and nurture a spirit of continuous improvement as we strive to make things better for our customers. What you'll do We are currently working on envisaging, defining and building the next generation of Sky’s digital and physical products. We are taking a big step in broadening the breadth of services and experiences offered by Sky! Own the ideation, development and launch of platform features and capabilities. Bring together engineers, designers, and departments from around the company to find creative solutions that tackle today’s problems while optimising for tomorrow’s vision. Partner with Product and Technical Leads to understand partners’ requirements and take ownership for translating them into product requirements. Become comfortable with ambiguity and guide product definition, prioritizations, and scope, in concert with multi-functional teams. Balance delivery with reliability and management of tech debt. Communicate strategy, plans and progress to stakeholders and C-level executives. What you'll bring Curiosity and ability to think creatively, while applying a thorough, evidence-based approach to product management and innovation. Knowledge of product management and engineering best practices in an agile environment . Effective written, verbal, and visual communication skills to explain complex ideas simply. Solid technical acumen and documentation skills. A collaborative approach and ability to work with distributed, cross-functional teams. A passion for understanding and evangelizing new technology. Bonus points for: Experience defining and developing new products or services. Experience shipping developer tools and experiences, such as APIs and SDKs. Technical background as a developer, architect, or analyst. Team overview Product Management Our Product Management team works closely with our design, delivery and business teams to create an unforgettable experience for our customers. From streaming products like NOW, to providing smart entertainment products like Sky Glass and Sky Go, and creating unforgettable Connected Living experiences, we’re the problem solvers who find smarter and simpler ways to connect customers to more of what they love. 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 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 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. 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. Sky