Principal Software Engineer

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. As a Principal Software Engineer in the Media Engineering organization's Playback Services team, you'll be instrumental in building highly available, high-throughput services essential to delivering high-quality content to subscribers worldwide.

The role focuses on the backend of media playback, facilitating media selection, device customization, and antipiracy technologies. You'll be working with a team that plays a critical role in the core functionality of Disney's streaming products, including Disney+ and Hulu.

The position offers an opportunity to work on systems that reach millions of consumers every minute of every day. You'll be part of an innovative organization focused on providing the best possible video playback experience, art, and metadata to customers globally. The work involves streamlining and re-purposing technology across different business and distribution channels – including streaming, linear, and theatrical.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll lead architecture discussions, mentor team members, and establish engineering practices that drive quality and excellence. The role requires expertise in functional programming, particularly with Scala, and deep knowledge of building scalable, high-availability backend services.

The compensation package is competitive, varying by location, with base salary ranges from $184,300 to $270,700, plus potential bonuses and long-term incentives. The role offers comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to work with world-class leaders in entertainment technology.

Join a team that's shaping the future of digital entertainment, working on products that delight millions while solving complex technical challenges at scale. Your work will directly impact how audiences worldwide experience Disney's unmatched entertainment content.