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Senior Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences.
Glendale, CA, USABristol, CT 06010, USA
$138,900 - $186,200
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Software Engineer

Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally.

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Software Engineer to join our Content Platform Engineering team, focusing on building and enhancing platform capabilities with a strong emphasis on supporting Machine Learning (ML) workflows. Our team develops and manages a diverse suite of products and services that power Disney's media supply chain, supporting content delivery for iconic brands like Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu, ABC, Marvel, and Star Wars.

The role involves designing and implementing scalable content workflows, data pipelines, and platform services that support AI-powered solutions. You will work closely with data scientists and platform engineers to integrate ML models into production systems, ensuring seamless orchestration, data accessibility, and operational efficiency. Leveraging software engineering principles and cloud infrastructure, you will build robust, extensible platforms that drive intelligent content operations at scale.

The Content Platforms & Operations team is responsible for the development and ongoing advancement of the technical and operational functions driving the worldwide distribution and monetization of Disney's linear networks and theatrical content. This includes Disney's media supply chain and storage, network and theatrical distribution operations, media localization, network transmission and origination, and more.

As part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio, you'll be working with iconic brands and contributing to technology that serves millions of people around the world. The company offers competitive compensation including a base salary range of $138,900-$186,200 per year, plus potential bonuses and long-term incentives, along with comprehensive benefits.

This is an opportunity to join a team that marries technology with creativity, building world-class products that enhance storytelling and drive innovation. You'll be part of a global team that plays a critical role in collaboration with Disney's EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regional business teams, making a significant impact on how Disney's content reaches audiences worldwide.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer

  • Write and Maintain Software Solutions: Design, write, test, and deploy high-quality code (40%)
  • Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work with platform engineers, product teams, and data scientists (35%)
  • Production Support: Monitor and optimize production systems (15%)
  • Mentorship: Provide technical guidance to junior engineers (10%)

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer

Python
Java
JavaScript
Kubernetes
MongoDB
Redis
PostgreSQL
  • 5 years relevant industry experience
  • Proficiency in at least one core programming language (e.g., Java, Python, or JavaScript)
  • Experience working with REST APIs or GraphQL
  • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS
  • Solid understanding of software design principles
  • Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies
  • Experience with data store technologies
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or comparable field
  • Team player with strong oral and written communications skills

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Full range of medical benefits
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Long-term incentive units

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