Lead Software Engineer

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their media engineering team. This role focuses on delivering streaming experiences for Hulu, working on native playback across gaming consoles, mobile devices, and set-top boxes. The position involves leading the development of new playback features and integrating cross-platform C/C++ and Rust players across Disney brands and apps.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in C/C++ and/or Rust engineering, with particular expertise in low-level video player and cross-platform development, emphasizing Xbox and Windows UWP development. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge streaming technology, implementing advanced audio and video standards like Dolby Vision, Dolby ATMOS, and HDR10+.

As a lead engineer, you'll be responsible for owning large features, driving technical direction, and mentoring other engineers. The role involves close collaboration with application layer teams and backend video services to deliver features. The position is based in San Francisco, CA, offering a competitive salary range of $166,800 to $223,600, plus bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.

The role is part of Disney's larger technology initiative, where technology plays a crucial role in the company's media business globally. You'll be working with a team of engineers, product developers, designers, and technologists, building world-class products that serve millions of users worldwide. This is an opportunity to shape the future of Disney's media technology while working with renowned brands like Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, and ABC.

The position requires strong technical skills, leadership capabilities, and the ability to solve complex technical problems. You'll be working in a collaborative environment, contributing to groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms.