Senior Software Engineer

A leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise focused on creating world-class stories and experiences.
DevOps
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to join their Identity Platform Services Fleet team. This role is part of the Identity Alliance at Disney, which manages user identities and access across digital platforms including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, ABC News, and more. The team is responsible for designing and building software and infrastructure that powers secure, scalable authentication and authorization for millions of users daily.

As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you'll be working on critical infrastructure that enables hundreds of engineers to build and deploy secure, scalable identity services. The role combines technical expertise in cloud infrastructure, automation, and security with leadership responsibilities including mentoring junior team members and promoting DevOps culture.

The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies including Go, Python, AWS services, and Kubernetes while solving complex technical challenges at scale. You'll be part of Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, which provides the technological backbone for Disney's media business units and helps keep the company at the forefront of innovation.

The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in cloud infrastructure, CI/CD, and security best practices, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. This is a chance to impact millions of users while working for one of the world's most renowned entertainment companies, known for creating world-class stories and experiences.

The role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where technology enables storytelling and creativity, while delivering scalability and efficiency for Disney's businesses. You'll be part of a company with operations in more than 40 countries, creating entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer

  • Design and manage scalable, high-performance cloud infrastructure for millions of users
  • Collaborate closely with development teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality software
  • Streamline the deployment process to reduce friction and empower developers to self-serve
  • Enhance platform visibility and monitoring to ensure system reliability
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management
  • Address architectural and operational challenges with innovative solutions
  • Develop and implement strategies to reduce the Cost Per Subscriber (CPS)
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production environments
  • Advocate for DevOps culture and best practices across the organization
  • Foster better collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team
  • Mentor and guide junior team members

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer

Go
Python
Kubernetes
  • Proficiency in Go and Python programming languages
  • Extensive experience with Terraform and infrastructure as code (IaC) principles
  • Strong knowledge of AWS services, including ECS, Kinesis, DynamoDB, and Lambda
  • Proficiency in CI/CD tools, particularly Jenkins and Spinnaker
  • Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools such as CloudWatch and Datadog
  • Strong understanding of security best practices in cloud environments

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Global career opportunities
  • Work with cutting-edge technologies

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