Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Native Client Platform team. This role is crucial in developing the Disney eXperience Composer, a bespoke solution for serving interactive experiences to users. The position involves working with Disney Markup Language and building renderer components that impact millions of global consumers.
The role sits within Disney's media technology division, which forms the technological backbone of Disney's global media business. As part of the Product Engineering team, you'll be responsible for engineering digital and streaming products and platforms that serve Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, ESPN, and more.
The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise in Rust and JavaScript/TypeScript with strong leadership qualities. You'll be working on sophisticated user interfaces and interactive experiences, particularly in video playback contexts. The position offers competitive compensation varying by location, with opportunities for bonuses and comprehensive benefits.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to impact how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news at a massive scale. You'll be part of a team that's building the future of Disney's media business, working with cutting-edge technology and contributing to products that reach millions of consumers every day.
The role requires deep technical knowledge, particularly in renderer technologies and front-end development, combined with the ability to collaborate across teams and drive solutions. You'll be working in a hybrid environment, primarily on-site with occasional work from home flexibility, across several major tech hubs in the US.