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Software Engineer II

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology creates magical viewing experiences and transforms Disney's media business through streaming, digital products, and content delivery.
$120,300 - $161,300
Frontend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Entertainment · Consumer

Job Description

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their Living Room Devices, Browser Based Device, Client Application Engineering Team. This role focuses on building Direct-to-Consumer client apps like Disney+, Star+, ESPN, and Hulu for various TV and streaming devices. The position requires working onsite four days per week in New York.

The ideal candidate will be highly motivated and technical, with strong collaborative skills. You'll be working on applications that impact millions of global consumers, using technologies like TypeScript, JavaScript, and React to create sophisticated streaming experiences. The role involves close collaboration with UX designers, product managers, and other developers to build and maintain scalable media applications for platforms like Samsung and LG.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Disney's media transformation, working on products that reach massive scale and drive innovation in the streaming industry. The team is responsible for pushing boundaries in 10-foot devices and TVs, directly affecting how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

The position offers competitive compensation ($120,300 - $161,300 base salary) plus potential bonuses and long-term incentives. Benefits include medical, financial, and other comprehensive packages. The role requires 3+ years of front-end development experience and a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Join a team that's building the future of Disney's media business, developing groundbreaking products that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience content worldwide. You'll be part of an organization that values innovation, scale, and technical excellence while delivering magical viewing experiences to hundreds of millions of people around the world.

Last updated 4 days ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer II

  • Rapidly prototype and implement scalable media applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, and web technologies
  • Work with UX designers, product managers, and engineering leadership to build streaming experiences
  • Collaborate with developers to build and deliver modern media applications to Samsung, LG, and other streaming devices
  • Use data and experimentation to improve product functionality and viewer experience

Requirements For Software Engineer II

TypeScript
JavaScript
React
  • 3+ years of experience in front-end application development
  • Proficiency in optimized JavaScript (ES5 & ES6) and TypeScript
  • Experience building browser-based applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, Preact/React and Redux
  • Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals
  • Experience developing sophisticated user interfaces
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience

Benefits For Software Engineer II

Medical Insurance
  • Medical Benefits
  • Financial Benefits
  • Long-term Incentives
  • Bonus

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