Sr Software Engineer

A leading technology division of Disney that provides technological backbone and product development for Disney's media business units.
$138,900 - $195,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment · Enterprise SaaS · Streaming

Description For Sr Software Engineer

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Product & Data Engineering team. This role is crucial in developing and maintaining the technology infrastructure behind Disney's world-class streaming platforms including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+.

The position offers an exciting opportunity to work on systems that reach millions of consumers globally, building and supporting data pipelines, APIs, and core platforms that power experiences across multiple brands including Marvel, Disney Studios, and ABC News. As a member of the Entertainment Platform team, you'll be responsible for creating extensible solutions at scale and modernizing platforms with current technologies.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience and strong expertise in Java development, cloud technologies (AWS), and distributed systems. You'll be working with technologies like Spring, MongoDB, Kafka, and various AWS services to build robust, scalable solutions.

The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $138,900 to $195,000 depending on location and experience, plus additional benefits including medical coverage and bonus opportunities. This is a chance to be part of Disney's innovative technology team that's shaping the future of digital entertainment and streaming services.

You'll be working in a collaborative environment, participating in system design, implementation of high-throughput services, and mentoring junior engineers. The position requires strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a passion for building scalable, reliable systems that serve millions of users.

Join a team that's reimagining how people experience Disney's beloved content through technology, while working with some of the most recognized brands in entertainment. This role offers the perfect blend of technical challenges, scale, and impact, making it an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers looking to make their mark in the streaming and entertainment technology space.

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Responsibilities For Sr Software Engineer

  • Participate in design and implementation of multi-layered systems
  • Operate mission-critical cloud-based services
  • Collaborate in troubleshooting and resolution of engineering problems
  • Research and evangelize new technologies
  • Design data models and build scalable backend services
  • Provide guidance and code review for junior engineers

Requirements For Sr Software Engineer

Java
MongoDB
MySQL
Kafka
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
  • Minimum of 5 years of related work experience
  • Proficiency in developing high volume, cached, fault tolerant systems
  • Experience with Java and open-source technologies
  • Experience with cloud-based technologies (AWS)
  • Strong communication skills and attention to detail
  • Experience with full lifecycle application development

Benefits For Sr Software Engineer

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

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