Lead Data Engineer

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology (DEEP&T) is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to join their Product & Data Engineering team. This role is crucial in developing and maintaining Identity and Device Data products that serve as the source of truth for customer identifiers and devices across Disney's streaming platforms including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+.

The position involves building scalable, fault-tolerant data processing pipelines and backend systems to ensure reliable delivery of both real-time and batch data. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with big data technologies, distributed systems, and cloud platforms.

As a Lead Data Engineer, you'll be working with cutting-edge technologies to solve complex data challenges at massive scale, serving millions of consumers worldwide. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and improve data products that power core experiences like personalization, search, and messaging.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $152,200 to $213,900 depending on location and experience, plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and bonus opportunities. You'll be part of a team that's transforming Disney's media business for the future, working on products that reach hundreds of millions of people globally.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced data engineer looking to make a significant impact at one of the world's leading entertainment companies. You'll be working on challenging technical problems while helping to shape the future of streaming technology and digital entertainment.

The position requires strong technical expertise combined with leadership skills, as you'll be mentoring junior team members and serving as a technical resource for the team. If you're passionate about big data, streaming technology, and building scalable solutions that impact millions of users, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenges and career growth opportunities.