Job Title: Junior CI/CD & Automation Engineer
Apps Integration provides essential technical development and support functions to internal and external stakeholders in the ever‑increasing world of Apps. As a Junior CI/CD & Automation Engineer, you will support the design, implementation, and maintenance of automated testing and CI/CD pipelines for web‑based streaming applications. This role is ideal for someone early in their career who has hands‑on exposure to automation testing and a foundational understanding of CI/CD practices.
What you’ll do
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines for web applications.
- Support the implementation of automated testing frameworks (UI, integration, and regression).
- Create and maintain automated test scripts for web‑based applications.
- Assist in integrating automated testing into deployment pipelines.
- Monitor pipeline runs, investigate failures, and support issue resolution.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure testability of new features.
- Contribute to documentation for automation frameworks, pipelines, and processes.
- Learn and adopt best practices for DevOps, testing, and automation.
What you’ll bring
- Basic understanding of CI/CD concepts (build pipelines, automated deployments).
- Experience with web application testing (manual or automated).
- Exposure to automation tools (Selenium, Playwright, Cypress or similar).
- Basic scripting knowledge (JavaScript, Python, or similar).
- Familiarity with version control (Git).
- Understanding of web technologies (HTML, CSS, APIs).
- Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
Desirable skills and experience
- Exposure to CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI).
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
- Basic understanding of REST APIs and API testing tools.
- Awareness of cloud environments and/or containerisation (AWS, Docker).
Benefits and perks
- Free Sky TV package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema.
- Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution.
- Private healthcare with mental health support.
- Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance.
- Discounts on Sky products (Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect).
- Sharesave and Tech schemes.
- A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences.
How you’ll work
We have adopted a hybrid working approach, with an expectation of two days in the office per week.
Your office base – Osterley
Our Sky Group HQ is located in Osterley. The campus is equipped with modern technology and spacious work areas, and offers 13 subsidised restaurants and cafés. Facilities include a gym, cinema, car‑wash service, and beauty salon. The campus is a ten‑minute walk from Syon Lane train station and has free shuttle buses from Osterley, Gunnersbury and Ealing Broadway stations. On‑site parking is available for cars, motorbikes and bicycles.
Who we are
We’re Sky, a leading media and entertainment company that connects millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services.
Equal opportunity and other legal statements
We’re an equal‑opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We’re a Disability Confident Accredited 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 as early as you can.
Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. Depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position.
To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media.
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