Skills

Python Java Apache Kafka CI/CD Docker Kubernetes Programming apache benchmarking Agile CI/CD Pipelines Kafka

Job Specifications

hackajob is collaborating with BBC to connect them with exceptional tech professionals for this role.

Job Title: Software Engineer - EXTEND

JOB DETAILS

JOB BAND: C

CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent - Full time

DEPARTMENT: Product Group

LOCATION: Salford- Dock House - Hybrid This is a hybrid role and the successful candidate will balance office working with home working.

PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: Up to PS57,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights.

We're happy to discuss flexible working. If you'd like to, please indicate your preference in the application - though there's no obligation to do so now. Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage.

BBC EXTEND

This role is advertised as part of our BBC Extend programme for disabled people. To apply for this role you should identify as deaf, disabled or neurodivergent and must meet either the definition of disability in the Equality Act (2010), or the definition of disability in the Disability Discrimination Act (1995) if applying in Northern Ireland. You're broadly defined as disabled under both acts if you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term negative or adverse effect on your ability to do normal daily activities. This definition includes both apparent and non-apparent conditions and impairments, and medical conditions such as Cancer, HIV or Multiple Sclerosis.

We are committed to making the process of applying for this role as accessible as possible. If you need to discuss adjustments or access requirements for the application process, or have any questions about our Extend programme, please contact extend@bbc.co.uk.

The BBC are fully committed to providing workplace adjustments to help eliminate barriers in the workface that disabled people face. To do this, we have our own dedicated BBC Access and Disability Service that provides assessments and support throughout employment with us. If you are successful in applying for this role and require workplace adjustments, we will work with you to get your adjustments in place.

If you'd like more information on BBC Extend, please visit the BBC Extend webpage. EX2324

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Universal Content team is responsible for delivering metadata to the BBC's online and broadcast products. We support several large-scale programme metadata APIs and are currently building a new metadata distribution system to ensure content is shared reliably and efficiently across the BBC.

Our backend systems are used by teams across the organisation - including BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport, and BBC Weather - to determine what content can be played and when. These teams rely on us to deliver metadata about programmes and short-form content quickly and accurately.

WHY JOIN THE TEAM

We are two feature teams of around ten engineers each, working in a collaborative, agile environment. Our teams help define their own ways of working, drawing from industry best practices and internal experience. We value continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

Your Key Responsibilities And Impact

YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Essential Criteria

Knowledge of one or more of the following programming languages: Java, Python, Clojure
Solid understanding of software engineering QA practices, including TDD and CI/CD pipelines
Experience of building and deploying applications on cloud infrastructure
Experience of working within established architectural patterns and technical direction
Ability to demonstrate strong sense of ownership and accountability for your work

Desired

Apache Kafka or other data streaming technologies
Building and deploying containerised applications using Docker and Kubernetes
REST API design and development
Data modelling and database design
You enjoy working with others and value collaboration

Before your start date, you may need to disclose any unspent convictions or police charges, in line with our Contracts of Employment policy. This allows us to discuss any support you may need and assess any risks. Failure to disclose may result in the withdrawal of your offer.

About the Company

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