Manager, Content Distribution Engineering

The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise creating world-class stories and experiences.
$138,900 - $203,900
Backend
Staff Software Engineer
Remote
5,000+ Employees
8+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment
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Description For Manager, Content Distribution Engineering

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Manager of Content Distribution Engineering to join their innovative Media Engineering organization. This role focuses on delivering exceptional video playback experiences across streaming, linear, and theatrical platforms. The position requires expertise in caching technology, distributed networking, and CDN edge services.

The ideal candidate will lead a team of engineers supporting Video Distribution operations, managing both technical and people aspects of the role. They'll work in a fast-paced environment with exposure to cutting-edge technologies and high-visibility Disney initiatives. Key responsibilities include team management, operational excellence, and technical leadership in video distribution systems.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with one of the world's premier entertainment companies, helping to shape the future of media delivery. The role offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to work with global teams on systems that serve millions of customers worldwide. The position provides flexibility with remote work options and multiple location possibilities across the United States.

The successful candidate will combine technical expertise with strong leadership skills, driving innovation while maintaining operational excellence. They'll work closely with various teams including Development, Operations, and Product Management to ensure optimal system performance and team growth. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a significant impact on how people worldwide consume Disney's entertainment content.

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Responsibilities For Manager, Content Distribution Engineering

  • Manage a team of engineers charged with the support and engineering of Video Distribution
  • Execute within established process frameworks for Incident, Problem and Change Management
  • Monitor health and performance of video distribution
  • Work with Development and Operations teams to provide analysis, tuning and improvements
  • Guide an engineering team in its ownership of systems and processes
  • Champion cross-team projects
  • Coach and mentor other specialists

Requirements For Manager, Content Distribution Engineering

Kubernetes
  • Bachelor's degree, and/or equivalent work experience
  • 8+ years' experience in engineering
  • Experience in content distribution networks
  • Strong communication skills
  • Strong discipline to delegate work
  • Experience with consumer facing services and high-scale systems
  • Experience deploying and scaling within a cloud infrastructure
  • Experience working with remote global teams

Benefits For Manager, Content Distribution Engineering

Medical Insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Long-term incentives

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