Software Engineer II

A leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise focused on creating world-class stories and experiences.
$120,300 - $161,300
Backend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Entertainment · Enterprise SaaS
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Description For Software Engineer II

Join Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology as a Software Engineer II in an exciting role focused on building and maintaining critical backend systems that power Disney's streaming platforms. The Content Experience & Delivery team is responsible for providing data at scale to teams across Disney+, Hulu, and Star+, implementing reliable, high-request services that deliver data powering streaming user experiences across web, mobile, and living room devices.

As part of a dynamic and collaborative team, you'll work on systems that publish data to Disney+ and Hulu's internal and edge-facing services, ultimately supporting applications running on various platforms including smart TVs, smartphones, gaming consoles, and streaming devices. The role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while serving millions of users worldwide.

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology provides the technological backbone for Disney's media business units, keeping the company at the forefront of innovation. The team is focused on reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences while transforming Disney's media business for the future. You'll be part of a group that reaches consumers globally, operating in more than 40 countries and creating entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $120,300 to $161,300 per year, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, bonus opportunities, and long-term incentives. You'll be working in Seattle, contributing to systems that support all of Disney's streaming users while collaborating with global teams to deliver world-class entertainment experiences.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong backend development experience who wants to make a significant impact on how millions of people worldwide consume entertainment content. The role combines technical challenges at scale with the excitement of working for one of the world's leading entertainment companies.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer II

  • Participate in daily stand-ups and scrum ceremonies
  • Design new solutions and drive alignment across partner teams
  • Write code to implement new features or optimize existing services
  • Test code through unit tests, integration tests, performance tests
  • Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation
  • Follow industrial best practices for service operations
  • Perform code reviews
  • Build systems that provide data at scale to teams across Disney+, Hulu, and Star+

Requirements For Software Engineer II

Java
Kafka
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or equivalent
  • 3+ years of related experience crafting and operating backend services
  • Knowledge of caching technologies
  • Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals
  • Strong understanding of design patterns and principles
  • Knowledge of asynchronous programming
  • Knowledge of object-oriented programming patterns
  • Knowledge of source control systems and CI/CD pipelines
  • Knowledge of AGILE/Scrum practices
  • Strong communication skills

Benefits For Software Engineer II

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

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