Software Engineer II - Media Engineering

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 · Streaming
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Description For Software Engineer II - Media Engineering

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Software Engineer II to join their Media Engineering team, focusing on building software and systems that prepare media content for the Disney Streaming platform. The role involves working with cutting-edge streaming technology, handling audio, video, and metadata content from ingest through publish. The position offers an opportunity to work on high-impact projects that reach millions of consumers through platforms like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+.

The role requires expertise in Java development and cloud technologies, particularly AWS services. You'll be responsible for designing and implementing microservices, working with REST APIs and Protobuf, and ensuring high-quality software delivery through proper testing and code reviews. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and participation in agile development processes.

Disney offers a competitive compensation package, including a base salary range of $120,300 to $161,300, plus potential bonuses and long-term incentives. The company provides comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to work on innovative projects that shape the future of media streaming technology.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about media technology and interested in contributing to Disney's direct-to-consumer experience. You'll be part of a team that's reimagining how people consume entertainment content while working with some of the most recognized brands in the entertainment industry.

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Responsibilities For Software Engineer II - Media Engineering

  • Design, document, develop, test, deploy, and maintain media processing applications
  • Participate in design process of new features using microservice architecture
  • Build and deploy applications in hybrid on-prem and AWS environments
  • Define and implement APIs using REST and Protobuf
  • Ensure high software quality through code reviews and unit testing
  • Provide on-call rotational support
  • Debug complex issues in production environment

Requirements For Software Engineer II - Media Engineering

Java
  • BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of software architecture and development experience
  • Solid programming experience in Java
  • Experience with AWS (S3, EC2, Lambdas, SNS/SQS Messaging, API Gateway)
  • Experience with CI/CD tools (Github, Jenkins 2, Ansible, Docker)
  • Working knowledge of Jira and Confluence

Benefits For Software Engineer II - Media Engineering

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

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