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Software Engineer II

Global entertainment and media company pioneering in streaming, media, and entertainment technology.
Santa Monica, CA, USAMorrisville, NC, USASeattle, WA, USA
$109,400 - $168,700
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Entertainment · Consumer

Description For Software Engineer II

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their global team of innovators and technologists. This role sits at the intersection of technology and creativity, working on the technological backbone of Disney's media business globally. As a Software Engineer II, you'll be responsible for supporting and enhancing core payment systems that power major streaming platforms including Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu.

The position offers an opportunity to work on high-impact projects that reach millions of users worldwide. You'll be designing and implementing mission-critical systems that process millions of transactions, focusing on resilience, performance, and operational excellence. The role involves working with modern technologies including Scala, Java, Kafka, and cloud infrastructure while implementing secure, PCI-compliant practices for handling sensitive payment data.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to make a meaningful impact at scale. You'll be part of a team that values continuous learning, mentorship, and technical excellence. The position offers competitive compensation varying by location, with opportunities for bonuses and long-term incentives. Working at Disney means being part of a company that's shaping the future of media and entertainment technology, while maintaining its legacy of world-class storytelling and innovation.

The role requires a blend of technical expertise and collaborative skills, as you'll be working with distributed teams to evolve architecture and implement Tier 1 services. You'll participate in on-call rotations and help drive continuous improvements to system reliability and developer experience. If you're passionate about building scalable systems, solving complex technical challenges, and working at the forefront of streaming technology, this role offers an exciting opportunity to grow your career at one of the world's most renowned entertainment companies.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer II

  • Support and enhance core payment systems for multi-tenant platform serving Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu
  • Collaborate with engineers to evolve architecture and implement Tier 1 services
  • Design and build high-throughput, mission-critical systems
  • Implement secure, PCI-compliant practices for handling credit card data
  • Write maintainable, well-tested code and engage in peer reviews
  • Participate in on-call rotations
  • Drive continuous improvements to system reliability

Requirements For Software Engineer II

Java
Scala
Kafka
RabbitMQ
Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years of related work experience
  • Proficiency in Scala, Java, or similar programming languages
  • Experience with API design, including REST and gRPC
  • Demonstrated analytical and strong system design skills
  • Experience with event-driven systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ, AWS SNS/SQS)
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS, Spinnaker, Kubernetes)
  • Strong communication skills
  • Commitment to continuous learning and mentorship

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