Software Engineer II - Back End / ABC News

The Search and Entertainment Platform Services team at Disney is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their backend engineering team. This role is crucial in powering content discovery experiences across major Disney brands including ESPN, ABC News, National Geographic, and Marvel Unlimited. The team builds data pipelines and core data services to enhance search features and personalization for millions of users.

As a Software Engineer II, you'll be working on challenging problems that require delivering low latency and high availability at scale. The technology stack is modern and continuously evolving to support a growing customer base. You'll be collaborating with cross-functional teams, driving projects end-to-end from design to production deployment.

The role offers an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies including AWS cloud services, search technologies like OpenSearch, and modern observability tools. You'll be responsible for writing production-grade code, performing code reviews, and mentoring team members. The position requires strong technical skills in Java backend development and a solid understanding of distributed systems.

The team values collaboration, technical excellence, and a bias towards action. You'll be part of an organization that powers major entertainment brands and touches millions of users. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $114,900 to $161,300 depending on location and experience, plus potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level engineer looking to make an impact at scale while working with modern technologies in a collaborative environment. The role offers both technical challenges and growth opportunities in a company known for innovation in entertainment and technology.