Sr Software Engineer

A leading technology division of Disney that powers streaming platforms and digital products including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and digital experiences across ESPN, Marvel, Disney Studios, NatGeo, and ABC News.
$138,900 - $195,000
Backend
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Entertainment

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 end-to-end solutions for Disney's world-class consumer-facing products, including streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, as well as digital products across ESPN, Marvel, Disney Studios, NatGeo, and ABC News.

As a Senior Software Engineer on the User Services squad, you'll be responsible for designing, developing, and testing high-throughput and low-latency platforms that drive personalized user experiences across Disney's broad product portfolio. The role requires expertise in server-side technology, cloud services, and monitoring tools, with exposure to front-end client development.

The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, bringing deep technical expertise in Java, distributed systems, and database technologies. You'll be working on systems that serve millions of users worldwide, contributing to the future of Disney's media business through innovative solutions and scalable architecture.

Key responsibilities include owning complex technical projects from concept to maintenance, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality code delivery. You'll be instrumental in building and maintaining systems that power some of the world's most popular streaming and entertainment platforms.

The position offers competitive compensation, including potential bonuses and long-term incentives, along with comprehensive benefits. This is an opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to the evolution of how audiences experience sports, entertainment, and news globally.

Join a team that's reimagining the future of entertainment technology and be part of creating magical viewing experiences for audiences worldwide. Your work will directly impact millions of users across multiple platforms and help shape the future of Disney's digital presence.

Last updated 6 days ago

Responsibilities For Sr Software Engineer

  • Design, develop and test high throughput and low latency platforms
  • Collaborate with teams on estimates, roadmaps, and workflow processes
  • Own concept, design, implementation, and maintenance of complex technical projects
  • Write efficient, reliable, and testable code
  • Review, analyze, and optimize code for readability, reliability, and performance
  • Design and implement automated code and system tests
  • Instrument, monitor, and support live operations
  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues across company platforms

Requirements For Sr Software Engineer

Java
Cassandra
Kafka
React
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or equivalent
  • 5+ years of related work experience
  • Expert understanding of Java programming language, Spring framework, and Maven
  • Expert understanding of API design and distributed web service architecture
  • Experience designing and implementing SQL and NoSQL databases
  • Experience designing and implementing event streaming services
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Benefits For Sr Software Engineer

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

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