Overview

We believe in better. And we make it happen. Sky builds better content, products, and careers in Tech, Product or Data. We optimise and innovate across broadband, broadcast, streaming and mobile products, turning big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. Home Communications is central to Sky’s next-generation customer services, delivering high-performance, stable broadband and seamless in-home connectivity. This role sits within the Connectivity Software team, part of Sky Home Communications. We lead development on the RDK WAN Manager and Broadband Application Framework—key components of the open-source RDK-B platform used in millions of broadband devices worldwide.

As a Software Architect, you’ll define the software component architecture for our connectivity products, ensuring robust, scalable design. You’ll represent Sky in the RDK-B community, support continuous improvement, and collaborate with stakeholders across the business. A proactive mindset and commitment to quality are essential. You’ll be part of a world-class team building cutting-edge, network-enabled products that empower Sky customers to stay connected and enjoy what they love—anytime, anywhere.

What You'll Do

• Attend architecture calls to define user stories and document use cases in JIRA.
• Define clear software interfaces to external modules and outline end-to-end deployment scenarios.
• Contribute to feasibility assessments and delivery planning for proposed architectures.
• Define and document software component architecture to support scalable, maintainable solutions.
• Identify and implement technical changes required to meet specific project requirements.
• Lead technical investigations, applying creative problem-solving and advanced debugging techniques.
• Collaborate with third-party partners and suppliers to integrate their solutions into Sky’s products.
• Engage with the RDK-B community—leading working groups, proposing solutions, building consensus—and work closely with internal architects, hardware teams, and the Head of Department to drive innovation and transformation of the router stack.

What You'll Bring

• Strong software development experience in C/C++ on Linux, with a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle.
• Expertise in software architecture for IP routers and network devices (VoIP, DSL, GPON, DOCSIS, Wi-Fi), and familiarity with TCP/IP, SIP, RTP, PPP, DHCP, IPv4/IPv6, OpenSync, OVS, TR-069, and WebPA.
• Excellent communication skills, able to adapt technical detail to suit different audiences, and a collaborative mindset that supports team success.
• Highly organised and self-motivated, thriving in fast-paced environments with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Creative and analytical thinker, with meticulous attention to detail and strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Experience with RDK-B, Open WRT, or PRPL WRT is a significant advantage.

Team Overview

Product Delivery: Want to deliver brilliant products and unmissable entertainment that grips millions of households? Our Product Delivery team does everything from developing innovative AI technology to creating the best HDR viewing experience for TV products.

The Rewards

There are many 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: Brentwood. This location takes some beating: we’re practically in Brentwood station, with regular trains to London Liverpool Street. If you drive, onsite parking is available; Chatham Way car park is a short walk away.

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. 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. Depending on the role and any convictions, we might have to withdraw the offer.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution