Lead Software Engineer - Full-Stack

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is at the forefront of reimagining magical viewing experiences for the world's most beloved stories while transforming Disney's media business for the future. The Commerce, Growth, & Identity (CGI) team is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their Fraud team. This role involves building solutions to identify, prevent and catch payment fraud and contribute to the expansion of their risk platform.

As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be working on building services powered by machine learning, various third-party services, and global data sets. This highly multi-functional role provides opportunities to work with Product, Information Security, Data, Analytics, Business Operations, Finance, and various other functions across the company.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $152,200 - $223,600 depending on location (SF, LA, NY, or Seattle), plus potential bonuses and long-term incentives. You'll be part of a team that powers worldwide advertising and distribution, delivering Disney's unmatched entertainment and sports content to hundreds of millions of people globally.

Key responsibilities include designing and implementing tier-1 microservices, working on cloud-based asynchronous processes, and leading technical design initiatives. You'll be involved in code reviews, architecture discussions, and will work closely with cross-functional teams while maintaining high standards for quality and reliability.

The ideal candidate brings 7+ years of technical experience, strong expertise in Java/Kotlin development, and experience with AWS services. You'll be working in an environment that values innovation and technical excellence, with the opportunity to impact how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news worldwide.

Benefits include medical insurance, 401k, equity opportunities, and the chance to work on products that reach millions of consumers every day through platforms like Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, and ESPN. Join a team that's building the future of Disney's media business with groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms.