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 including Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+.

The position involves working with high-performance, distributed, microservice-based systems responsible for qualification, delivery, and tracking of Digital Advertising campaigns. You'll be part of a team that handles Video on Demand, Live TV, and interactive ads across all Disney online properties.

The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in Java development, with experience in cloud technologies and distributed systems. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies including SpringBoot, DynamoDB, Redis, Kafka, and AWS, while contributing to systems that reach millions of users globally.

This role offers an opportunity to work at the intersection of technology and entertainment, building products that shape the future of Disney's media business. You'll be part of an organization that values innovation, scalability, and technical excellence, while working on problems that impact advertising technology at a massive scale.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $152,200 to $204,100 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, bonus potential, and long-term incentives. Based in either Glendale or Santa Monica, CA, this hybrid role allows for occasional remote work while maintaining primary in-office presence.

Join a team that's advancing the technological foundation of one of the world's largest media companies, working with beloved brands and contributing to systems that serve millions of users worldwide.