Principal Software Engineer

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Core Infrastructure Automation Team. This role will be instrumental in driving the engineering and architecture direction of automation tools for provisioning, inventory, and management of DE&E Technology infrastructure.

As a Principal Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of architectural decisions, ensuring the suite of automation applications continues to provide critical capabilities for the company. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies across cloud platforms, containerization, and infrastructure automation while mentoring other developers and setting technical standards.

Disney Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future, serving as the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team combines technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive innovation and scalability. You'll be working on systems that power major brands like Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, ABC, and ABC News, reaching millions of users worldwide.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $175,500 to $258,900 depending on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, 401k, and potential bonus/equity opportunities. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, mentorship, and technical excellence while working on systems that shape industry norms and solve complex technical challenges.

Key responsibilities include leading architectural decisions, mentoring team members, contributing to technical strategy, and ensuring best practices in system design and implementation. You'll work with various technologies including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), messaging systems, and multiple programming languages.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of relevant experience, strong leadership skills, and deep technical expertise across infrastructure automation, cloud technologies, and software development. You should be passionate about building scalable systems, mentoring others, and driving technical excellence in a collaborative environment.

Join Disney Technology to be part of a team that's building the future of entertainment technology, working with world-class brands and creating impact at global scale. Your work will directly influence how millions of users experience Disney's content and services worldwide.