Lead Software Engineer

At Disney, we're storytellers making the impossible possible. We're seeking a Lead Software Engineer passionate about large-scale, high-performance software systems with a strong focus on service reliability. This role is crucial in ensuring the availability, scalability, and resilience of our cloud-based services supporting the entire Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products segment.

You'll be working at the intersection of technology and entertainment, leveraging your expertise in service reliability and cloud platforms to create scalable solutions that enhance the magic of our guests' experiences. The role involves establishing and monitoring key service-level indicators, leading cross-functional projects, conducting root cause analysis, and driving infrastructure optimization.

As a technical leader, you'll be responsible for capacity planning, maintaining documentation, managing cloud infrastructure using tools like Terraform and AWS CDK, and overseeing service monitoring across our platform. You'll collaborate closely with development teams to ensure applications are designed for reliability and scalability while providing technical mentorship to junior engineers.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $159,500 to $213,900 per year (depending on location), along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, financial benefits, bonus potential, and long-term incentives. You'll be part of Disney Experiences, which brings Disney stories to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, and unique vacation experiences worldwide.

This is an opportunity to join a company with a rich legacy of innovation, where your technical expertise will directly impact millions of guests' experiences. You'll work in a collaborative environment that values both technical excellence and creative thinking, with access to cutting-edge technologies and the chance to solve complex challenges at scale.