Lead Software Engineer (Identity)

As a Lead Software Engineer at Disney, you will spearhead an engineering squad within the Identity Engineering organization, focusing on Consumer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) capabilities across The Walt Disney Company's major platforms including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and Parks. You'll be working on high-traffic, globally replicated systems that are crucial to every user's journey at Disney properties.

The role involves leading the Security Services squad, responsible for securing consumer-facing APIs and making real-time decisions to block malicious traffic. You'll be empowered to make technical and architectural decisions, influence roadmaps, and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. The position offers the opportunity to work with modern technologies including JVM languages and cloud platforms, while practicing both object-oriented and functional programming.

Disney offers a competitive compensation package, including base salary, potential bonuses, and long-term incentives, along with comprehensive benefits. You'll be part of Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology, which provides the technological backbone for Disney's media business units, helping keep the company at the forefront of innovation.

The role combines technical leadership, mentorship, and hands-on development work in a dynamic, inclusive engineering organization committed to continuous learning and improvement. You'll be contributing to systems that directly impact millions of users across Disney's entertainment platforms while working for one of the world's most renowned entertainment companies.