Senior Software Engineer

Leading entertainment and media enterprise providing technological backbone and product development for Disney's media business units.
Bristol, CT 06010, USA
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For Senior Software Engineer

Join Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology as a Senior Software Engineer in the System Engineering & Integration (SEI) team, where you'll lead system integration efforts for high-quality software-based encoding solutions in ESPN's broadcast infrastructure. You'll be developing automated testing solutions, enhancing CI/CD practices, and working on the encoding codebase. The role involves collaborating with ESPN engineering staff, validating software updates, and integrating third-party hardware solutions. You'll be part of reimagining magical viewing experiences for Disney's beloved stories while transforming their media business for the future. The position offers the opportunity to work on products that reach millions of consumers daily through platforms like Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, and ESPN+. You'll be contributing to groundbreaking products that shape industry norms and improve how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer

  • Validate software updates for Disney's media processing applications
  • Develop software using Python for encoding workflow automation
  • Work with ESPN broadcast engineers on software releases
  • Provide code updates for bug fixes and features
  • Facilitate activities for gathering information and metrics

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer

Python
Linux
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or equivalent
  • 5+ years working in the streaming industry
  • Advanced understanding of video/audio processing and streaming standards
  • 5+ years experience developing software with Python, C/C++
  • 5+ years experience developing test and workflow automation
  • Experience working in Agile software development
  • Advanced experience with Linux
  • Knowledge of REST APIs
  • Experience testing Object-Oriented software
  • Excellent communication skills

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance

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