Lead Software Engineer, Ad Platforms

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology (DEEP&T) is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for their Ad Platforms team. This role is crucial in building and maintaining Disney's digital advertising platform that serves across major properties like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. The position involves working with high-performance, distributed microservices architecture to handle video on demand, live TV, and interactive ads.

The role sits within the Ad Serving Engineering organization, responsible for the qualification, delivery, and tracking of Digital Advertising campaigns. You'll be working on critical components including anti-ad fatigue systems, impression counting pipelines, and ad experience flows. The position requires strong technical expertise in Java and microservices, with preferred experience in SpringBoot, DynamoDB, Redis, Kafka, and AWS.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be expected to mentor others, drive technical decisions, and maintain high standards for code quality and system design. The role offers exposure to massive scale operations, serving millions of users across Disney's media portfolio. You'll be part of a team that combines technology with creativity to build world-class products and enhance storytelling capabilities.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $152,200 to $204,100 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and potential bonus/long-term incentives. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior engineer looking to make an impact at the intersection of technology and entertainment, working with some of the most recognized brands in media.