Sr Principal Software Engineer

A leading technology division of Disney that powers worldwide streaming, digital products, advertising and distribution of entertainment and sports content.
Orlando, FL, USA
$213,100 - $285,700
Backend
Principal Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
12+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For Sr Principal Software Engineer

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Sr Principal Software Engineer to join their Identity Engineering organization. This role is crucial in shaping the technical direction and best practices across the organization, focusing on Consumer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) capabilities. The position involves working with high-traffic, globally replicated systems that are integral to user experiences across Disney's platforms including Disney+, ESPN, Hulu, Parks, and Cruises.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting technical and architectural direction, helping teams execute effectively, and providing subject matter expertise. They will work within an engaging engineering organization that promotes agile practices, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role requires expertise in cloud computing, distributed systems, and identity management standards.

As part of Disney's media business transformation, this position offers the opportunity to work on systems that reach millions of consumers daily. The Commerce, Growth & Identity team focuses on creating seamless user experiences and building innovative capabilities to drive subscriptions and engagement across Disney's streaming and digital products.

The role offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $213,100 to $285,700, plus potential bonuses and long-term incentives. Located in Orlando, FL, this position provides the chance to work with one of the world's leading entertainment companies while contributing to systems that shape how people experience Disney's content globally.

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Responsibilities For Sr Principal Software Engineer

  • Discover, define, and refine best practices for design, development, testing, deployment of microservices
  • Promoting Open Standards for Identity management
  • Provide guidance to engineering leaders and teams
  • Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, QA, Operations and stakeholders

Requirements For Sr Principal Software Engineer

Java
Scala
Kotlin
  • Minimum of 12 years of related work experience
  • Familiarity with JVM languages: Java, Scala, or Kotlin
  • Familiarity with cloud providers: AWS, GCP, or Azure
  • Familiarity with Spark, Hive, or Presto
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering

Benefits For Sr Principal Software Engineer

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

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