Software Engineer II

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their global team of technologists. This role sits at the intersection of technology and creativity, working on the technological backbone of Disney's media business globally. The position focuses on payment systems engineering for major streaming platforms including Disney+, ESPN+, and Hulu.

The role involves building and maintaining mission-critical payment processing systems that handle millions of transactions. You'll be working with modern technologies including Scala, Java, Kafka, and cloud infrastructure while implementing PCI-compliant solutions. This is an opportunity to impact products that reach millions of users globally across Disney's media portfolio.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in backend development, particularly with payment systems and distributed architectures. You'll be part of a team that values continuous learning, mentorship, and technical excellence. The position offers competitive compensation varying by location ($109,400 - $168,700 base salary) plus bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers who want to work on large-scale systems while contributing to world-class entertainment products. You'll be involved in everything from architectural decisions to hands-on coding, working with a team that's pushing the boundaries of media technology. The role offers both technical challenges and the chance to impact how millions of people experience Disney's content.