Lead Software Engineer

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join the Playback Services team within the Media Engineering organization. This role is crucial in building highly available, high throughput services that are essential to delivering high-quality content to subscribers. The team is responsible for the backend of media playback, facilitating media selection, device customization, and antipiracy technologies.

The position offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of streaming media and entertainment technology, with a focus on live sports and entertainment content delivery. As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be part of a fast-growing team that plays a significant role in the core functionality of Disney's streaming products.

The role involves working with cutting-edge technologies and architectures, including JVM services, Scala APIs, and cloud platforms. You'll be responsible for leading technical discussions, mentoring team members, and establishing engineering best practices. The position requires strong expertise in backend development, with a focus on building scalable, high-performance systems.

Key responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, interfacing with business stakeholders, and participating in the on-call rotation to support production systems. You'll also contribute to the technical community through knowledge sharing and presentations.

The compensation package includes a competitive salary range based on location ($149,240 - $219,230), along with potential bonuses and long-term incentives. The role offers comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and 401k.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who are passionate about streaming technology and want to contribute to the future of Disney's media delivery infrastructure. The position offers the chance to work on systems that serve millions of users worldwide while being part of a company known for innovation in entertainment technology.

Working at Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology means being part of a team that marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive innovation. The role offers exposure to multiple brands including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, and ABC, providing opportunities to work on diverse and impactful projects.