Sr Software Engineer, Big Data Infrastructure

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology provides the technological backbone and product development for Disney's media business units.
$136,038 - $199,000
Data
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

Description For Sr Software Engineer, Big Data Infrastructure

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Big Data Infrastructure team. This role focuses on building and maintaining large-scale data systems that power Disney's streaming and digital products. The ideal candidate will develop, scale, and improve both cloud and open-source big data systems including query engines, ETL tools, and resource management.

The position offers an opportunity to work on mission-critical infrastructure that serves millions of consumers through platforms like Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, and ESPN. You'll be part of reimagining how Disney creates magical viewing experiences while redefining their media business for the future.

As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for investigating new big data technologies, building next-generation infrastructure, and handling architectural considerations focusing on security, efficiency, and flexibility. The role requires collaboration with multiple engineering teams and stakeholders to drive the implementation of big data solutions that support business goals.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of professional programming experience, strong technical passion, and expertise in big data systems. Experience with Hadoop components, cloud infrastructure technologies, and managing large-scale clusters is highly valued. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys building large-scale infrastructure and wants to make an impact at one of the world's leading entertainment companies.

The position offers competitive compensation based on experience and location, along with the opportunity to work on technology that shapes how millions experience Disney's content. Join a team that's at the forefront of innovation in media technology and help build the future of Disney's streaming and digital platforms.

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Responsibilities For Sr Software Engineer, Big Data Infrastructure

  • Develop and scale big data systems
  • Investigate new big data technologies
  • Build next-gen big data infrastructure
  • Handle architectural and design considerations
  • Advocate engineering best practices
  • Work closely with other engineering teams
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements

Requirements For Sr Software Engineer, Big Data Infrastructure

Kubernetes
Python
Java
  • 5+ years of professional programming and design experience
  • Expertise in big data systems
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Good communication and collaboration skills
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure technologies
  • Experience in managing big data clusters

Benefits For Sr Software Engineer, Big Data Infrastructure

Medical Insurance
401k
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401k

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