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
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 of identity management systems that power major Disney platforms including Disney+, ESPN, Hulu, Parks, and Cruises. The position involves working with high-traffic, globally replicated systems that are essential to user experiences across Disney's digital properties.

The ideal candidate will be part of the Commerce, Growth & Identity (CGI) team, focusing on creating seamless user experiences and driving subscriptions, engagement, and monetization across Disney's streaming and digital products. You'll work on implementing best practices, setting architectural direction, and providing technical leadership across the organization.

The role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and frameworks, including JVM languages, cloud platforms, and modern identity management standards. You'll be part of an engaging, dynamic, and inclusive engineering organization that promotes agile practices, encourages collaboration, and is committed to continuous learning.

As a Sr Principal Engineer, you'll have the chance to influence the technical direction of identity systems that serve millions of users globally, while working with some of the most recognized entertainment brands in the world. The position requires expertise in both technical implementation and leadership, making it an ideal opportunity for experienced engineers looking to make a significant impact at scale.

Last updated 12 hours ago

Responsibilities For Sr Principal Software Engineer

  • Define best practices for design, development, testing, deployment of microservices
  • Promote Open Standards for Identity management
  • Provide technical guidance to engineering leaders and teams
  • Collaborate with Product Managers, Designers, QA, and Operations teams

Requirements For Sr Principal Software Engineer

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

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