Lead Software Engineer - Back End

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their User Foundations team, which builds critical User Capabilities shared across streaming services including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ and Star+. This role offers an opportunity to work at the technological heart of Disney's media business, building and advancing the infrastructure that powers their global media operations.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing high-throughput services and pipelines for user information gathering and personalized experiences. The position combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in backend technologies, particularly JVM services. You'll work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, driving projects end-to-end from initial design through deployment.

The role offers unique challenges at massive scale, serving millions of users worldwide across Disney's premier streaming platforms. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, with the opportunity to shape the future of Disney's media business. The position requires strong technical skills in backend development, system design, and operational practices, combined with leadership abilities to mentor team members and drive best practices.

Working at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology means being at the forefront of media technology, building solutions that directly impact how people worldwide consume and interact with Disney's iconic content. The role offers competitive compensation and the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving complex technical challenges in the streaming media space.