Lead Software Engineer

A leading entertainment and media enterprise focused on creating magical viewing experiences through streaming and digital products.
$152,200 - $223,600
Frontend
Staff Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For Lead Software Engineer

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their Commerce, Growth & Identity (CGI) organization. This role is crucial in building innovative capabilities that drive subscriptions, engagement, and monetization across Disney's streaming and digital products. The position focuses on developing experiences across Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and Star+ built on a common platform and shared technology.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in building highly scalable web applications and expert knowledge in Javascript, Typescript, and React. They will be responsible for leading projects, architecting solutions, and mentoring senior developers while working on core sign-up, purchase, and subscription management experiences of the Web platform.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $152,200 to $223,600 depending on location and experience, plus bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits. This is an excellent opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology at scale, serving millions of users while being part of Disney's transformation of its media business.

The position requires strong technical leadership, the ability to solve sophisticated challenges, and a track record of implementing API specifications. The successful candidate will be instrumental in improving systems, products, and services while maintaining high code quality through test-driven development.

Working at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology means being part of a team that's reimagining how to create magical viewing experiences for the world's most beloved stories. The role offers the chance to work on products that reach millions of consumers every day and shape the future of Disney's media platforms.

Last updated 3 months ago

Responsibilities For Lead Software Engineer

  • Lead projects and work closely with engineering and product teams
  • Write, maintain, standardize and enforce code quality through test driven development
  • Architect and Design implementations while providing documentation
  • Support and mentor senior developers through code reviews
  • Recommend changes in development, coding, maintenance and system standards

Requirements For Lead Software Engineer

JavaScript
TypeScript
React
Node.js
  • 7+ years experience building highly scalable web applications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Expert knowledge in Javascript, Typescript, and React
  • Experience architecting sophisticated technical changes
  • Proven track record in implementing API specifications
  • Ability to support and mentor senior developers

Benefits For Lead Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Long-term incentives
  • Financial benefits

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