Join us and build a streaming platform used by millions.
At Sky Czech Republic, we’re building the tech backbone that powers some of the world’s biggest streaming services. Ever heard of Peacock in the U.S., Showmax in Africa, or Sky Showtime in the Czech Republic? They all run on our global streaming platform—a kind of technological skeleton where each service plugs in its own content and branding. Our platform serves millions of users worldwide. Just to give you an idea—Peacock alone has 36 million users in the U.S.
Thousands of engineers globally are shaping this platform, and our Prague tech hub is a key part of that effort. But we don’t just keep the engine running—we push the tech boundaries of what’s possible, alongside teams from Lisbon, London, and New York. Here in Prague, we have teams specializing in frontend development (including mobile, TV, and web), backend development (Java), DevOps & Platform Engineering, AWS, and data science.
What is the plot?
We’re the Online Video Platforms team, here to make your streaming experience smooth and effortless. We manage access to content, the number of devices and streams, and ensure your shows play instantly. We remember where you left off, provide parental controls, and keep your content secure with all the necessary security checks in the background. In short, we take care of all the technical details so you can enjoy a hassle-free streaming experience.
What role will you play?
In this role, you'll be at the forefront of developing and testing cutting-edge Java microservice applications. You'll champion the use of innovative container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes, and engage in pair-programming to elevate our code quality. Plus, you'll dive into research and technical initiatives that push the boundaries of our department's capabilities.
Your daily tasks:
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Design, develop, and test new Java microservice applications using container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
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Build applications that are maintainable and scale predictably.
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Utilise pair-programming regularly to collaborate effectively and improve code quality.
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Mentor junior developers, providing guidance and support in their technical growth.
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Continuously improve yourself through in-house training sessions, including training workshops, proof-of-concept overviews, and talks.
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Maintain and contribute to software delivery principles and guidelines based on internal standards and industry best practices.
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Strive for continuous improvement of systems and development processes.
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Participate in an on-call rotation to provide 24/7 support for our components, ensuring system reliability and issue resolution.
What skills do you need to play your role well?
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Good system development knowledge in building scalable applications within Java.
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Experience working with REST APIs and noSQL databases e.g. Cassandra, AWS Keyspaces.
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Understanding of queueing systems e.g. Kafka, Amazon Kinesis, ActiveMQ.
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Experience with of agile methodologies.
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Knowledge of software engineering concepts e.g. XP, Scrum, Pair Programming, TDD, BDD.
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Familiarity with configuration and build tools such as Jenkins/Github Actions, Gradle/Maven.
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Familiarity with standard monitoring and logging tools including Prometheus and Grafana.
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A willingness to collaborate in a cross-team environment.
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Knowledge of design patterns and SOLID principles.
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Practical experience building and working in a CI/CD environment.
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Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP, with a willingness to expand expertise in cloud-based solutions.
What can you expect in return?
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Working in an international environment on an impactful globally scaled technology with agile approach.
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Open and healthy working culture where we care about people as much as about stability of the platform.
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Annual bonus based on your performance.
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Hybrid work, combining working from our office to be closer to the team and working from home.
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Work life balance thanks to flexible working hours.
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Generous free day scheme providing 25 days of holidays + 5 days of on-demand leave (sick days).
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Contribution to Multisport Card or Benefit Card.
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Meal Allowance.
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Life insurance scheme.
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What We Do
Sky is one of Europe’s leading media and entertainment companies and is part of Comcast Corporation, a global media and technology company that connects people to moments and experiences that matter. At Sky, we Believe in Better. It’s in our DNA.
We’re famous for innovation. We offer the world’s smartest TV, Sky Glass; our plug and play streaming puck, Sky Stream; the best aggregation platform, Sky Q; and streaming services NOW and WOW. We provide connectivity you can count on in mobile, fast, secure, reliable residential and business broadband, as well as smart home protection through Sky Protect.
We’re Europe’s premium content producer. We create award-winning original content, produce the biggest live sporting events, and we provide free access to news and the arts.
We believe that we can have a positive impact on society, by supporting and creating tens of thousands of jobs, addressing digital inequality, being a diverse and inclusive employer, and becoming net zero carbon by 2030.
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