Lead Industrial Designer
5 days ago
South Benfleet
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 • Lead the industrial design of world-class physical devices., • Take complex briefs and shape them into simple, elegant, and cohesive design strategies., • Define and drive a compelling physical design language across a diverse product portfolio., • Collaborate with cross-functional partners across engineering, UI/UX, and product management., • Own the full design process - from early concepting and 3D CAD to prototyping and production sign-off., • Champion visual storytelling, using sketching, mock-ups, and presentations to communicate ideas with clarity and impact., • Mentor and guide other designers, consistently raising standards across the industrial design team.What you'll bring, • A strategic mindset - able to zoom out, frame the right questions, and bring forward simple, coherent solutions., • Significant hands on experience in industrial design, with a strong portfolio of shipped products., • Exceptional communication skills - comfortable explaining ideas verbally and through visual storytelling., • Expertise in 3D CAD (SolidWorks, Rhino, or similar), KeyShot, Adobe CC, and physical prototyping., • Strong understanding of CMF, DFM, and high-volume manufacturing techniques., • Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary projects, balancing user needs, business goals, and technical constraints., • A collaborative and curious attitude - thrives in team settings and brings energy to creative problem-solving.Team overview The Group Industrial Design team at Sky spends every day creating world-class customer products and experiences across the Group Product portfolio. As well as designing physical products and packaging across entertainment, connectivity and security, we have bold and transformative plans for the future. A team of brilliant design specialists working across multiple disciplines - we're shaping the way customers enjoy Sky's products and services. The rewards There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here's a taster: • " Access to free NOW, for streaming all your favourite shows", • A generous pension package", • Private healthcare", • Discounted mobile and broadband "" 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: Osterley: Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There's also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. 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. 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 you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.
