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're Sky, Europe's biggest entertainment brand. Think top-quality shows. Breaking news. Must-have tech. Careers here mean you can make an impact. And as part of our close-knit team, you'll enjoy plenty of benefits. Plus, experiences you'll only find at Sky.
Sky Data brings a wealth of data and analytics capabilities into one place, building expertise and capability that supports our Sky and OTT businesses across Europe to keep data safe, trusted and usable. We partner with teams across the business to create innovative data products that improve Sky and bring value to our customers.
We're on a mission to bring customers more of what they love by unlocking the power of data, and we're made up of amazing people based in London, Scotland, Milan, Munich, and Chennai.
What you'll do
- Support the Data Management Lead in the development and implementation of Sky's data management strategy, providing valuable SME insight as required.
- Partner closely with Data Governance colleagues to deliver as part of data 'domain squads' that partner with business and delivery teams to drive data management best practice.
- Support the design of frameworks and operating models for Data Quality, Data Cataloguing, Metadata & Lineage, ensuring alignment with wider Comcast and Sky Group initiatives.
- Work closely with business stakeholders and Data Owners/Stewards to identify critical data sets and drive the implementation of data quality, cataloguing, metadata & lineage standards and controls across these critical data sets.
- Work closely with architecture, engineering and technology colleagues to influence embedding of data management best practice.
- Proactively lead in implementing a data quality issue management process with business teams that drives prioritisation and remediation of key data quality issues.
- Bring subject matter expertise including tooling knowledge to actively assist business stakeholders and data role holders in authoring and documenting data quality rules and cataloguing business data definitions.
- Support maintenance and, if necessary, removal of customer data across Sky platforms in accordance with retention timeframes, policies and guidelines.
- Advocate for good data management practices and actively support the education of colleagues at all levels, fostering the adoption of data management tooling and assets.
- Stay informed about market trends and emerging technologies in data management, providing valuable insights and actively contributing to data management innovation within Sky Group.
What you'll bring
- 5+ years of proven expertise in data management particularly in the areas of data quality, metadata management, data lineage and data cataloguing
- Proficiency in data management and data governance technologies and tooling e.g. Collibra, GCP Data Catalog & Data Fusion, Informatica Cloud Data Governance etc.
- Proven experience in supporting implementation of Data Management initiatives in large organisations.
- Strong track record of successfully initiating, delivering, and maintaining data-related initiatives while effectively communicating complex concepts to stakeholders at various organizational levels and backgrounds.
- Comprehensive understanding of data storage and access platforms, such as Oracle, Cloudera, and GCP BigQuery.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to address root causes of data issues.
- Proficiency in collaborating with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders to drive improvements in data quality.
- In-depth knowledge of data quality, data cataloguing, metadata & lineage frameworks and best practices.
- Excellent communication skills to convey technical complexity and insights to various stakeholders.
- Meticulous attention to detail in supporting the implementation of data management policies and frameworks.
Team overview
Group Data Hub
Want to unlock the power of data? Our Group Data Hub works with millions of data transformations every day to deliver value, improve customer experience and enable new product launches. From architecture to analytics and engineering to science: it's how we bring customers 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
We are a Disability Confident Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to 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:
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.