Sr Software Engineer

A leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise focused on creating world-class stories and experiences.
$145,400 - $195,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Entertainment

Description For Sr Software Engineer

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team in New York. This role offers an opportunity to be part of reimagining magical viewing experiences for Disney's media business. The position involves working with Java/Kotlin and modern web technologies to build robust, scalable applications.

As a Sr Software Engineer, you'll be instrumental in developing and enhancing applications that reach millions of consumers daily through platforms like Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, and ESPN. The role combines both server and client-side development, working with technologies such as RESTful Web Services, Node.js, React, and various databases.

The team operates with a startup mindset within The Walt Disney Company, embracing agile methodology and lean principles. They're looking for someone who can bring fresh perspectives and innovative insights while maintaining high-quality standards. The position offers competitive compensation ($145,400-$195,000) plus benefits and the chance to contribute to Disney's storied legacy.

Key responsibilities include building cloud-native architectures, collaborating across teams, and ensuring code quality. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience, strong proficiency in Java/Kotlin and JavaScript, and experience with modern development tools and practices. This role presents an exciting opportunity to work on technology that powers some of the world's most popular entertainment platforms while being part of Disney's continued innovation in media technology.

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Responsibilities For Sr Software Engineer

  • Build architectures which are robust, fault-tolerant, and cloud-native
  • Deliver multiple projects utilizing an Agile methodology
  • Write code that establishes and enhances frameworks
  • Review code for design, testability, and clear usability
  • Build solutions that scale and perform

Requirements For Sr Software Engineer

Java
JavaScript
Kotlin
Kubernetes
MongoDB
Node.js
PostgreSQL
React
Redis
  • 5+ years of experience in web application development
  • Proficiency in Java/Kotlin and JavaScript
  • Experience with modern UI frameworks (React, Node.js)
  • Proficiency working with relational databases
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Engineering, or technical field

Benefits For Sr Software Engineer

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

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