React Job: Senior Java Developer

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Company

Sky

Location

London - United Kingdom

Job type

Full-Time

React Job Details

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.
This is a great opportunity to join our Identity Team, based at Leeds Dock, the Identity Team is at the heart of Sky’s global digital platforms. You will be joining a diverse team where the focus is on building scalable applications with security and reliability built in.
What you'll do:
  • You will interpret business requirements and deliver high quality, customer focused technical solutions.
  • Be a part of an agile environment primarily using open source technologies and the best deployment techniques.
  • Join a mixed team of back-end and front-end developers use to a wide range of technologies from Kubernetes to ReactJS.
  • Drive the best technology and software development practices into the team with passion and enthusiasm.
  • Utilise pair-programming on a regular basis and mentor less experienced developers where appropriate.
  • Work closely with other Java and Scala developers, Testers, Scrum Masters, Product Owners, Solution Architects, Reliability Engineers, Security Engineers and Performance Engineers to maintain and improve market-leading digital solutions, with opportunities to line manage less experienced staff if desired.
What you'll bring:
  • Experience in Java or Scala Development.
  • Advocate of TDD and BDD practices.
  • Experience of OO development and design patterns.
  • Outstanding communication and people skills, in a technical and non-technical context.
  • Experience of software development for high capacity, high traffic, high availability websites.
  • A passion for Agile methodologies and concepts such as Scrum, XP, Lean, and Kanban.
  • Familiarity with front end web technologies, for example ReactJS, is desirable.
Team overview:
Group Technology Digital Transformation
Want to create a smooth and uninterrupted digital experience for millions of customers? Then our Group Technology Digital Transformation is the team for you. Agile, collaborative, data-driven and diverse, our team works on brilliant products like NOW and Peacock. That’s not even the best part. We get to build our own software and our work has a global stage. Our team also delivers exceptional customer experiences and defines digital first propositions in customer journeys across all channels.
The Rewards:
There's a reason people can't stop talking about #LifeAtSky. Our great range of rewards really are something special, here are just a few:
  • Sky Q, for the TV you love all in one place
  • A generous pension package
  • Private healthcare
  • Discounted mobile and broadband
  • Access a wide range of exclusive Sky VIP rewards and experiences
How you'll work:
We know the world has changed, and we want to offer our employees the chance to collaborate at our unique office spaces, whilst enjoying the convenience of working from home.
We've adopted a hybrid working approach to give more flexibility on where and how we work. You'll find out more about what this means for this role during the recruitment process.
Your office base:
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.
Inclusion:
We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion: we’ve been recognised by The Times and Stonewall for this, and we’ve committed £30million to support the fight against racial injustice. We’ve also set ambitious targets for increasing ethnic diversity and representation throughout our organisation.
At Sky we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and your potential. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, So we're happy to discuss flexible working.
And we'll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.
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.