Senior Machine Learning Engineer

At Walt Disney Imagineering Research and Development, we are at the forefront of creating magical experiences through cutting-edge technology. As a Senior Machine Learning Engineer, you'll be part of a team that brings imagination to life through AI and advanced computing.

You'll work in an experimental, interdisciplinary environment where you'll collaborate with senior scientists, artists, and engineers to implement and evaluate prototypes based on generative AI and intelligent agent concepts. Your role will be crucial in translating scientific insights into working prototypes that power the next generation of Disney experiences.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of creativity and technology, where you'll be implementing AI solutions that enhance creative processes and enable new forms of storytelling. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining software pipelines that integrate AI models into real-time environments and design toolchains.

Working at Disney Imagineering means being part of a legacy of innovation that dates back to 1952. You'll join a diverse team of creative and technical professionals who share a passion for solving impossible problems and building ground-breaking experiences. The role offers competitive compensation ($138,900 - $186,200) and comprehensive benefits including health coverage, savings plans, and educational opportunities.

This is a unique opportunity to apply your machine learning expertise in an environment where technology creates magic, working on projects that will delight millions of guests worldwide. You'll be part of a team that values both technical excellence and creative vision, with the chance to mentor others and shape the future of AI initiatives within the lab.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of ML/AI research experience, strong Python programming skills, and a proven track record of delivering novel AI solutions. You'll need to be comfortable working in a fast-paced R&D environment and collaborating across disciplines to ensure AI applications empower rather than constrain artistic and storytelling processes.

Join us in creating the next generation of magical experiences at Walt Disney Imagineering, where your technical expertise will help bring stories to life in ways that have never been done before.