Sr Media Performance Engineer, Distribution

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Media Performance Engineer to join their Distribution team in Amsterdam. This role sits at the intersection of technology and innovation, focusing on building and maintaining the infrastructure that powers Disney's media, advertising, and distribution businesses.

The position involves working with cutting-edge streaming technology while handling critical responsibilities such as analyzing product health, responding to delivery escalations, and supporting live events. The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of experience in streaming media and content distribution, with deep knowledge of video compression, codec standards, and cloud infrastructure.

The role offers an opportunity to work on systems that reach millions of consumers daily across platforms like Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, and ESPN. You'll be part of a team that's reimagining how to create magical viewing experiences while transforming Disney's media business for the future.

Key responsibilities include analyzing product health using various tooling, managing distribution policies, supporting live events, and ensuring optimal performance across Disney's streaming services. The position requires strong technical skills combined with excellent communication abilities and the capability to mentor junior team members.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with live video streaming systems, distributed architectures, and cloud platforms like AWS. They should be proficient with network-level tools, data visualization platforms, and have a deep understanding of CDNs and video streaming quality metrics.

This role offers the chance to work with one of the world's leading entertainment companies, contributing to the future of digital media distribution while working with cutting-edge technology. You'll be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence, while delivering entertainment experiences to audiences worldwide.

Disney offers a collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to work on projects that impact millions of viewers globally. The position is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic European tech hub while contributing to Disney's global media infrastructure.