Manager - Ip Network Testing

3 weeks ago


London, United Kingdom Emprego UK Full time

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.

***What you'll do**

The main purpose of the role would be to manage the team performing IP Network Testing for new solutions, features, hardware, and software delivered into Sky Network to support broadband, fixed telephony, mobile and content services.
- Lead and manage the IP network testing team comprising of permanent and contract staff across onshore/offshore in a right sourcing model
- Ensure high levels of employee motivation and development by achieving high employee satisfaction scores. Devise Talent strategy (hiring, progression, industry visibility, training and development, reward, budgets, etc.)
- Actively engage with project managers, Technical Manager, and business stakeholders to understand project requirements, build resourcing roadmap, and ramp up or ramp down the team as appropriate.
- Develop staff to adopt new ways of working such as Agile and Ci/CD automation tooling. Set up vital processes and governance to ensure high standard of network test quality and timely delivery of projects
- Lead test automation from case preparation till achieving network test automation targets
- Track and maintain software and hardware end of life for Telco equipment, and manage budgets to ensure that network devices are running supported software and hardware in line with TSR regulations
- Manage IP lab environment and devise lab strategy for lab as a service along with lab optimization to reduce OPEX

***What you'll bring**
- Demonstrable experience in setting up IP network testing practices, testing strategy and solid grasp of a variety of network testing is a crucial requirement.
- Consistent record in building and streamlining a broad staffing supply chain able to fulfil resourcing requirements with short lead times.
- Solid experience in running employee recognition programs, performance management, and employee development
- Experienced in leading large telco service provider network engineering teams comprising of network test engineers using a combination of permanent staff, onsite temp staff, and offshore resources in a matrix organisation
- Good understanding of service provider IP telco network technologies
- Confirmed stakeholder engagement, relationship building, leadership, reporting, supplier management skills

***Team overview**

***Group Communications & Infrastructure**

Looking to be part of non-stop innovation? Join our Group Communications and Infrastructure team and you'll work alongside experts in broadband, telephony, mobile, cloud and infrastructure. We're the team that crafts, builds, supports and maintains the telecoms networks across the whole Sky Group. Together, we help Sky broadband, mobile and TV enter new markets by creating a single and secure infrastructure for the outstanding content and services that keep our customers coming back for more.

***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**

Recognised by The Times and Stonewall, we take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion. Investing in society, fighting racial injustice and setting ambitious targets for representation at Sky.

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**

***Brick Lane**

Brick Lane is in the heart of the East End of London. It's part of a vibrant and diverse community; close to street food, cafes and shops. The closest tube station is Aldgate East and Liverpool Street is about a 10 minute walk.

***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.



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