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Senior Software Engineer - Android

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology builds and advances the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally.
$145,400 - $195,000
Android
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment · Consumer

Job Description

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is seeking a Senior Android Engineer to join their Hulu mobile team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on streaming applications used by millions of subscribers daily. The position combines technical expertise with creative innovation, as you'll be building and maintaining premium Live and VOD applications across various Android devices.

The role sits within Disney's media technology division, which forms the technological backbone of Disney's global media operations. You'll be working with a collaborative team of engineers, QA specialists, program managers, and UX designers to create world-class streaming experiences. The position offers significant impact, as your work will directly affect millions of users through the Hulu Android app.

Key technical aspects include working with Android SDK, implementing modern architecture patterns, and utilizing technologies like Kotlin and reactive programming. You'll be responsible for both feature development and maintenance, ensuring high-quality code through testing and performance optimization.

The position offers competitive compensation ($145,400-$195,000) plus benefits and is based in Seattle, WA with a hybrid work arrangement. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Android developers who want to make an impact at scale while working with cutting-edge streaming technology at one of the world's premier entertainment companies.

The ideal candidate will combine strong technical skills with mentorship abilities and excellent communication, as you'll be working across teams and helping to grow other engineers. If you're passionate about mobile development, streaming technology, and creating exceptional user experiences, this role offers the chance to work on products that millions of people use daily.

Last updated 2 months ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer - Android

  • Work closely with UX designers, product managers, and engineering leadership to craft best-of-class TV-watching experiences
  • Work with client and backend engineers to architect and implement lasting solutions
  • Develop test infrastructures, write documentation, and follow agile methodology
  • Mentor associate and mid-level team members and support peers through code review
  • Identify areas for growth within team processes and develop new collaboration systems
  • Manage production issues and solve novel problems

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer - Android

Kotlin
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Deep understanding of Android SDK, Activity and Fragment lifecycles, thread management, custom views, and animations
  • Expert knowledge of Android app architecture patterns (MVVM, MVI, etc.) and design principles
  • Proficiency with Kotlin, Android Studio, and Gradle
  • Experience integrating with backend systems, webservices, and third-party software
  • Understanding and experience using reactive frameworks like RxJava or Flow
  • Experience with test automation, dependency injection frameworks, and continuous integration

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer - Android

Medical Insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Bonus potential
  • Long-term incentive units

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