Software Engineer - Project Hire

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences.
Bay Lake, FL, USA
Frontend
Mid-Level Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Entertainment · Technology
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Description For Software Engineer - Project Hire

We Power the Magic!" That's our motto at Disney Experiences Technology & Digital. Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company's premier vacation brands including Disney's Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, A Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club.

We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology and digital-led initiatives across the Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation and Merchandise lines of business as well as other initiatives including MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!

This role is a part of the Retail & Restaurant Commerce Technology organization within Disney Experiences Technology & Digital. It works closely with a diverse team of engineers and service owners from across the company.

The Software Engineer (PH) will report to the Manager – Software Engineering.

What You'll Do:

  • Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive web and mobile applications using Flutter, Angular, and/or TypeScript.
  • Collaborate with backend developers to integrate APIs and services developed in Java.
  • Analyze UI user stories, provide realistic estimations, and participate in sprint planning, scrums, demos, and retrospectives.
  • Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability.
  • Participate in peer-to-peer code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes.
  • Conduct testing and debugging of code to ensure high performance and reliability.
  • Create mobile software development documentation and assist in assigning tasks to team members.
  • Experience maintaining and optimizing existing codebases, ensuring system reliability and performance.
  • Deliver new enhancements and features in a timely manner adhering to project requirements.
  • Oversee development efforts of external contractors ensuring deliverables meet quality standards, timelines and projects specifications.

This is a 30 month Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.

Last updated 4 months ago

Responsibilities For Software Engineer - Project Hire

  • Develop and maintain high-quality, responsive web and mobile applications using Flutter, Angular, and/or TypeScript
  • Collaborate with backend developers to integrate APIs and services developed in Java
  • Analyze UI user stories, provide realistic estimations, and participate in sprint planning, scrums, demos, and retrospectives
  • Ensure the technical feasibility of UI/UX designs and optimize applications for maximum speed and scalability
  • Participate in peer-to-peer code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of development processes
  • Conduct testing and debugging of code to ensure high performance and reliability
  • Create mobile software development documentation and assist in assigning tasks to team members
  • Maintain and optimize existing codebases, ensuring system reliability and performance
  • Deliver new enhancements and features in a timely manner adhering to project requirements
  • Oversee development efforts of external contractors ensuring deliverables meet quality standards, timelines and projects specifications

Requirements For Software Engineer - Project Hire

Java
JavaScript
TypeScript
React
  • Minimum of 3+ years of related work experience
  • Experience building highly scalable and performant production level UI based applications
  • Proficient in UI development technologies such as Flutter, Angular, and/or TypeScript
  • Led integration of RESTful APIs and web services with backend developers
  • Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
  • Solid understanding of how version control systems work (e.g., Git)
  • Experience working in an Agile Team consisting of product managers, project managers, design, QA, and technical team members
  • Excellent communication skills required to interact with technical colleagues, and partners
  • Ability to maintain focus in a dynamic, fast-paced environment working with cross-functional teams
  • Self-motivated, quick learner, passion for consumer software
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
  • BA/BS in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field

Benefits For Software Engineer - Project Hire

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Education Budget
  • Health Insurance & Wellbeing
  • Childcare Options
  • Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Programs
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Weekly Pay

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