Lead Software Engineer - Front End

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for their Event Hub team in Seattle. This role focuses on developing internal tooling to solve streaming data challenges, including stream and schema discovery, data quality management, and business data utilization. The position requires working on-site four days per week and offers a competitive salary range of $159,500 - $213,900.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in frontend technologies, particularly JavaScript and modern frameworks like Svelte. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and setting technical standards through exemplary code and documentation.

Disney's technology division plays a crucial role in advancing the company's media business globally, working across major brands like Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, and ABC. The position offers the opportunity to impact millions of users while solving complex technical challenges in the entertainment industry.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of frontend engineering experience, strong UX design skills, and the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. They should be passionate about creating efficient internal tools and driving organizational change through technological innovation.

This role is perfect for someone who wants to combine their technical expertise with creative problem-solving at one of the world's leading entertainment companies. You'll be part of a team that values collaboration, innovation, and excellence, while working on projects that directly impact Disney's streaming and media infrastructure.