Senior Software Engineer, Ad Platforms

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Ad Platforms team, specifically working on the Forecasting team. This role sits at the intersection of advertising technology and big data, where you'll be responsible for building and maintaining Disney's industry-leading ad technology platforms.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on the technological backbone of Disney's media business globally, supporting advertising performance and innovation across all media platforms including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, and ABC. You'll be part of a cross-domain team delivering end-to-end solutions that span machine learning, big data, microservices, and data visualization.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be working with petabyte-scale data systems, building components for both batch and real-time processing, and developing cloud-based infrastructure. The role requires expertise in big data technologies like Spark, Hive, and AWS, along with strong programming skills in languages such as Java, Scala, and Python.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $138,900 to $203,900 depending on location (San Francisco, Seattle, or Glendale), plus additional benefits including bonuses and long-term incentives. You'll be working in a hybrid environment, primarily on-site with occasional work-from-home flexibility.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who are passionate about working at scale, interested in advertising technology, and excited about contributing to the future of Disney's media platforms. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, working on projects that impact millions of users worldwide.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in big data and backend services, with the ability to balance architectural considerations while advocating for best engineering practices. You'll have the chance to work with cutting-edge technologies, collaborate with researchers to productize innovations, and be part of shaping the future of advertising technology at one of the world's most renowned entertainment companies.