Lead Software Engineer

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to join their Data Capture team within the Data organization. This role is crucial in establishing and maintaining foundational platform frameworks and pipelines that enable engineering and analytical teams to leverage data for key business decisions.

The position involves working with cutting-edge technologies to support Disney's world-class streaming platforms including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. As a Lead Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for architecting and implementing data solutions that scale across one of the largest streaming services globally.

The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring expertise in Scala, Python, and distributed systems. You'll work with technologies like Spark, Databricks, Delta Lake, and Snowflake while leading initiatives to improve data quality, observability, and platform reliability.

Key responsibilities include maintaining data pipelines, implementing Lakehouse architecture, developing shared libraries, and ensuring high operational efficiency. You'll also provide technical mentorship and collaborate with product managers and architects to drive platform success.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $159,500 to $223,600 depending on location, plus comprehensive benefits including medical insurance and bonus potential. This is an opportunity to shape the future of Disney's media business while working with world-class engineering teams on problems of massive scale.

The ideal candidate will bring 7+ years of software engineering experience, strong skills in Scala and Python, and a proven track record of building and scaling data platforms. If you're passionate about data engineering and want to make an impact at one of the world's leading entertainment companies, this role offers an exciting opportunity to work on technology that reaches millions of consumers globally.