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This is the first time we are running a Technology Returners Programme at Sky Leeds Dock. The programme is designed to support anyone who has previously worked as a Software Developer but have taken a career break (for any reason), and is wanting to get back into the industry. The programme will be paid from the start and is a permanent position. We will give the training and support you need to get your skills up to date and give you the confidence to get back to work.
The perks
Sky Q, a generous pension and private health care. Access to over 12,000 LinkedIn Learning courses to support your development. And if that’s not enough, our Leeds Dock campus offers a pool table, table tennis, discounted gym membership, endless local discounts, and much more. We are also happy to discuss flexible working.
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You will:
- Attend a 4-week paid bootcamp on campus at Sky to upskill and train in TDD, BDD, Java, writing clean code, ReactJS to help build upon your skills and build your confidence.
- Work on a project alongside other technical returner.
- After 2 months of training you will move into delivery teams at Sky Leeds dock and take on a technical role on projects to deliver unified solutions.
- Be involved as necessary with the planning, design, development, enhancement and implementation of solutions.
- Develop and maintain Sky’s website and apps which are used by millions of customers daily.
- Used TDD to deliver enterprise-quality code.
- Work in an agile team and contribute to agile practices.
- Receive ongoing support to ensure you feel integrated back into the workplace after your career break.
You’ll have:
- Software development experience in industry at a mid level.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities; able to learn and apply new technical knowledge quickly.
- Excellent communication skills, and able to relate to all levels of the company.
- Understanding of sound software lifecycle methodologies and/or agile delivery.
- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced and progressive environment.
- Have a passion for software excellence, delivering code of the highest quality, and a willingness to learn new languages and practices.
So, what are you waiting for? Apply now for a chance to forge your own career path and be brilliant as part of a bright, talented team.
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, we might withdraw the offer.
We’re happy to discuss flexible working.
It’s our people that make Sky Europe’s leading entertainment company. That’s why we work hard to be an inclusive employer, so everyone at Sky can be their best.
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