Manager, Software Engineering

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is at the forefront of reimagining magical viewing experiences for the world's most beloved stories while transforming the media business for the future. As a Manager of Software Engineering, you'll join the Commerce, Growth & Identity (CGI) team, which is crucial for Disney's media business transformation. You'll lead teams building highly scalable and reliable services powering Disney+ and other streaming platforms, working with cutting-edge AWS technologies.

The role offers unique opportunities to impact millions of consumers through products like Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, and ESPN+. You'll be responsible for leading full-lifecycle software development, from requirements gathering to maintenance, while managing and mentoring a team of engineers. The position requires expertise in distributed systems, Java programming, and AWS services, with a focus on building solutions that can handle massive concurrent requests.

Your responsibilities will include fostering an environment of innovation and quality, making data-driven decisions, and collaborating across various teams and domains. You'll need to balance technical leadership with people management, ensuring your team delivers high-quality solutions while growing professionally. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $167,700 to $246,400 depending on location, plus comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and bonus opportunities.

This is an ideal opportunity for experienced engineering leaders who are passionate about building large-scale distributed systems and want to work on products that reach a global audience. You'll be part of a company that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, while working on some of the most challenging and rewarding problems in media technology.