Senior Software Engineer - Front End

The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise focused on creating world-class stories and experiences.
$138,900 - $203,900
Frontend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment · Consumer

Description For Senior Software Engineer - Front End

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Product & Data Engineering team, focusing on frontend development using Rust. This role is part of the ESPN Native Client Platform Rust Client Application Engineering Team, where you'll help push the boundaries of what's possible on 10-foot devices.

The team is responsible for building world-class consumer-facing products, including streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, as well as digital products across ESPN, Marvel, Disney Studios, NatGeo, and ABC News. You'll be working on applications that reach millions of consumers daily, building innovative solutions that shape industry norms.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll leverage your expertise in Rust and C/C++ to develop cross-platform code and create exceptional app experiences across various devices, from set-top boxes to modern game consoles. You'll work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with hardware partners to ensure optimal performance.

The role offers competitive compensation based on location, with ranges from $138,900 to $203,900, plus bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits. You'll be part of a team that's reimagining how people experience entertainment and sports content while working on some of the most recognized brands in media.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to work with modern technologies like Rust while building applications that impact millions of users. You'll be at the forefront of innovation in streaming technology, working on projects that require both technical expertise and creative problem-solving skills.

Last updated 17 days ago

Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer - Front End

  • Build client application experiences in Rust
  • Contribute to development of new application features from onboarding to browse UI/UX experiences
  • Work with hardware manufacturing partners to vet new hardware
  • Collaborate with Native Client Platform Core engineering team, services engineering teams and product owners

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer - Front End

Rust
  • 5+ years of C/C++ experience on embedded systems and/or writing portable multi-platform code
  • 1-2+ years of personal or professional Rust experience
  • Understanding of various chip architectures and what features they support
  • Experience using build runners / compilation tools for multi-platform projects
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer - Front End

Medical Insurance
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Long-term incentive units
  • Medical benefits
  • Financial benefits

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