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Sr Software Engineer - Front End

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology reimagines magical viewing experiences for the world's most beloved stories while transforming Disney's media business for the future.
$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, Browser Based Device, Client Application Engineering Team. This role is crucial in building Direct-to-Consumer client apps like Disney+, Star+, ESPN and Hulu on various devices using browser and JavaScript technologies.

The position offers an opportunity to work on products that reach millions of consumers globally, developing streaming experiences that shape industry norms. The role requires working onsite four days per week in either San Francisco or Seattle, combining the stability of an industry leader with cutting-edge technical challenges.

As a Senior Frontend Engineer, you'll be responsible for building scalable media applications using TypeScript and JavaScript, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and mentoring junior engineers. The role demands expertise in frontend technologies, particularly in optimizing applications for TV platforms like Samsung and LG.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $148,994 to $199,870 in San Francisco, along with comprehensive benefits and potential bonuses. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced frontend engineers who want to impact how millions of people consume entertainment content while working with modern technologies in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of frontend development experience, strong leadership qualities, and deep technical knowledge. You'll be part of transforming Disney's media business, working on products with unprecedented reach and scale, and driving innovation in how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

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Responsibilities For Sr Software Engineer - Front End

  • Rapidly prototype and implement scalable, reliable, and maintainable media applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, and other web development technologies
  • Work closely with UX designers, product managers, and engineering leadership to build best-of-class streaming experiences
  • Collaborate with other developers to build, review, and deliver modern media applications
  • Use data and experimentation to reinforce the value of new 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 writing optimized JavaScript (ES5 & ES6) and TypeScript with a low memory footprint
  • Experience building browser-based applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, Preact/React and Redux
  • Deep understanding of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, etc.)
  • Experience developing sophisticated user interfaces in a large and organized codebase
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or related technical field or equivalent experience

Benefits For Sr Software Engineer - Front End

Medical Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Medical benefits
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Long-term incentives
  • Financial benefits

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