Sr Software Engineer

A leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise known for creating world-class stories and experiences.
$138,900 - $186,200
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment · Enterprise SaaS

Description For Sr Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Studios is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Performance Marketing team within the Marketing Technology Unit. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of entertainment and technology, creating innovative solutions for media performance applications and automations. The position is part of a highly collaborative team environment that drives data-driven paid media strategies for various Disney titles and brand experiences.

The role involves working with cutting-edge ad technologies and marketing platforms, requiring expertise in both technical implementation and strategic thinking. You'll be responsible for designing and building tools that support the performance marketing engine, implementing quality controls, and adapting to industry-wide changes. The position offers exposure to various aspects of digital marketing technology, from campaign management to data analytics.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll collaborate with data scientists, product managers, and other technology partners to create robust solutions that scale marketing operations. The role requires strong technical skills in full-stack development, cloud computing, and data engineering, combined with an understanding of digital advertising and marketing metrics.

The Walt Disney Company offers competitive compensation, including a base salary range of $138,900 to $186,200, plus potential bonuses and long-term incentives. The company provides comprehensive benefits and the opportunity to work with world-class entertainment brands. This position is based in Burbank, California, often referred to as the "Media Capital of the World," where you'll be part of Disney's main headquarters alongside other leading media and entertainment companies.

Last updated 13 hours ago

Responsibilities For Sr Software Engineer

  • Design and build tools for ad technology teams
  • Drive software engineering and architectural standards
  • Create tooling for ad strategy configurations
  • Collaborate with data scientists and product managers
  • Implement quality controls and monitoring
  • Adapt applications to industry changes
  • Collaborate with Studio Technology partners
  • Implement paid media strategies
  • Simplify media operations

Requirements For Sr Software Engineer

Python
React
  • Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • 5+ years of related work experience
  • Experience with full-stack applications
  • Experience with Python, Spark, and SQL
  • Understanding of cloud compute (AWS, BigQuery)
  • Knowledge of ad platforms
  • Understanding of media and marketing
  • Experience working with data science teams
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Benefits For Sr Software Engineer

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

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