Video jobs in Abbots Langley

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We are seeking a talented and experienced Team Leader to lead our Linear playout broadcast Video Engineering team. We are a leading provider of broadcasting solutions, dedicated to delivering high-quality linear video content to millions of viewers worldwide. Our team of innovative engineers works on cutting-edge technology to ensure seamless delivery of live broadcasting services.

What you'll do

• Lead and manage a team of video broadcast engineers responsible for the development, deployment, and maintenance of linearplayout broadcasting systems.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and optimization of video playout products and workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, operations, Core Engineering and Monitoring. to ensure seamless delivery of broadcasting services.
• Monitor and troubleshoot video delivery issues, ensuring high availability and quality of service.
• Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies, incorporating them into the team's projects as appropriate.
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
• Manage team WIP limits Roadmaps, timelines, and resources to ensure successful delivery for multiple projects .

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience in video engineering, and with a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of video Playout technologies.
• Experience with broadcasting infrastructure, specifically with BCNEXXT, Techex. Appear, Tag and other playout Vendors
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results on time and within budget.
• Familiarity with industry standards and regulations related to broadcasting and video delivery.

Team overview

Content technology and innovation

Our Content Technology and Innovation team delivers high-quality content to homes, customer devices, businesses and commercial partners across our European markets. With over 2500 colleagues from around the world, we combine our strategic insights, engineering know-how and operational excellence to use the most innovative technologies to create and distribute our award-winning content.

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:

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'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.

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.