Principal Software Engineer, C++

The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise creating world-class stories and experiences.
New York, NY, USABristol, CT 06010, USAGlendale, CA, USA
$184,300 - $270,700
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
Entertainment · Streaming

Description For Principal Software Engineer, C++

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Product & Data Engineering team, focusing on the Hulu Client Engineering initiative. This role represents a unique opportunity to shape the future of streaming technology at one of the world's largest entertainment companies.

The position involves designing and building the next generation Client Platform that will power Hulu across various living room devices. As a Principal Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of pushing boundaries in 10-foot device experiences, working with cutting-edge technology to deliver world-class streaming solutions.

The role combines deep technical expertise in C++ and embedded systems with strategic leadership, requiring both hands-on development and high-level architectural planning. You'll work directly with hardware manufacturers, lead architecture discussions, and help define the technical roadmap for Hulu's client platforms.

Disney offers a competitive compensation package, with salary ranges varying by location (up to $270,700 in San Francisco), plus bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits. The position is part of Disney's larger streaming technology initiative, which includes platforms like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, serving millions of consumers worldwide.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer who wants to make a significant impact on how millions of people consume entertainment content. The role offers the chance to work with advanced technology while being part of a company known for innovation and creative excellence in the entertainment industry.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Principal Software Engineer, C++

  • Design and build functionality at the core of our shared frameworks
  • Lead high-level architecture discussions and planning sessions
  • Work with hardware manufacturing partners to vet new hardware
  • Define long-term roadmap for Client Platforms
  • Collaborate with Native Client Platform Core engineering team
  • Build next generation Client Platform for Hulu across living room devices

Requirements For Principal Software Engineer, C++

  • 10+ years of C/C++ experience on embedded systems
  • Expertise working on user interface-level code
  • Understanding of various chip architectures
  • Experience using build runners / compilation tools
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field
  • Knowledge of common patterns and architectures for data driven UX

Benefits For Principal Software Engineer, C++

Medical Insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Long-term incentives
  • Financial benefits

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