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Sr Software Engineer - Front End

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology creates magical viewing experiences for the world's most beloved stories while transforming Disney's media business.
$148,994 - $199,870
Frontend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment · Consumer

Description For Sr Software Engineer - Front End

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Frontend Software Engineer to join their Living Room Devices team. This role focuses on building Direct-to-Consumer client apps like Disney+, Star+, ESPN, and Hulu for browser-based and TV devices. The position offers an opportunity to work on products that reach millions of consumers globally, implementing streaming experiences using modern web technologies.

The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in TypeScript and JavaScript development, with experience in building sophisticated user interfaces and optimizing applications for performance. They'll work in a collaborative environment, partnering with UX designers and product managers to create best-in-class streaming experiences for Samsung, LG, and other streaming-media devices.

This is a hybrid position requiring four days per week in the office, offering competitive compensation including potential bonuses and comprehensive benefits. The role involves working with cutting-edge technology while contributing to products that shape how audiences experience sports, entertainment, and news globally.

The position offers exposure to large-scale systems, as the platforms built here serve millions of consumers every minute. You'll be part of transforming Disney's media business for the future, working on infrastructure that powers major streaming services like Disney+ and Hulu. The role provides opportunities for innovation and technical growth while working on some of the most interesting 10-foot devices and TVs in the marketplace.

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Responsibilities For Sr Software Engineer - Front End

  • Rapidly prototype and implement scalable media applications using TypeScript and JavaScript
  • Work with UX designers and product managers to build streaming experiences
  • Collaborate with developers to build applications for Samsung, LG, and streaming devices
  • Use data and experimentation to improve product functionality
  • Provide mentorship to junior software engineers

Requirements For Sr Software Engineer - Front End

TypeScript
JavaScript
React
  • 5+ 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
  • Leadership ability and problem-solving skills

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