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Senior Software Engineer - Chromecast Video Playback

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology reimagines viewing experiences for Disney's media business, streaming products, and content delivery.
New York, NY, USASeattle, WA, USAGlendale, CA, USA
$138,900 - $195,000
Frontend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment · Consumer

Description For Senior Software Engineer - Chromecast Video Playback

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Chromecast Video Playback team, working on transformative streaming experiences for millions of global users. This role sits within the Product Engineering, Streaming, Disney+ Playback, Disney eXperience Composer Team, where you'll be instrumental in pushing the boundaries of interactive playback experiences across Disney+, ESPN, and Hulu platforms.

The position offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge streaming technology, developing solutions for one of the world's largest entertainment companies. You'll be responsible for implementing scalable code using Chromecast, TypeScript, and JavaScript, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional viewing experiences.

The role combines technical expertise with creative problem-solving, requiring strong proficiency in front-end development and a deep understanding of computer science fundamentals. You'll be working in a hybrid environment across multiple locations, with competitive compensation ranging from $138,900 to $195,000 depending on location and experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers passionate about streaming technology and consumer-facing applications. You'll be part of a team that directly impacts millions of users worldwide, working on products that shape the future of digital entertainment. The position offers exposure to large-scale systems, innovative technology, and the chance to work with world-class content platforms.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of front-end development experience, strong leadership qualities, and a proven track record of building sophisticated user interfaces. You'll be joining a company at the forefront of streaming technology, working on products that combine technical excellence with creative entertainment.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer - Chromecast Video Playback

  • Rapidly prototype and implement scalable, reliable, and maintainable code for Chromecast
  • Work closely with UX designers, product managers, and engineering leadership
  • Collaborate with other developers to build, review, and deliver well-tested features
  • Use data and experimentation to reinforce product functionality and improve applications

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer - Chromecast Video Playback

TypeScript
JavaScript
  • 5+ years of experience in front-end application development
  • Proficiency in writing optimized JavaScript (ES5 & ES6) and TypeScript
  • Experience building consumer-facing interactive experiences
  • Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals
  • Deep understanding of Javascript/Typescript architectures
  • Experience developing sophisticated user interfaces
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent experience

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