Software Engineer Level II

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology

Join our team at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, where we're on a mission to create extraordinary viewing experiences for audiences worldwide and transform our media business for the future. Whether through evolving our streaming services, enhancing worldwide advertising, or delivering unparalleled entertainment and sports content, every day is an opportunity to make an impact for our partners and for millions of viewers globally.

Here are a few reasons why we think you'll love working with us :

Lead the evolution of Disney's media landscape : Our technologists are designing and developing the infrastructure that will fuel our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.

Scale & Reach : The platforms and products we create reach millions of consumers every minute - from Disney and Hulu to ABC News, ESPN, and more.

Innovation at its best : We utilize cutting-edge products and techniques that not only set industry standards but also enhance how audiences engage with sports, entertainment, and news.

Media Engineering is committed to providing the best video playback experiences, art, and metadata to customers globally, powered by top-notch technology. This strategic endeavor requires innovative technology solutions that adapt to the diverse needs of our business channels - including streaming, linear, and theatrical.

Live and Linear Tooling Team (LILOX)

This specialized team oversees the management of Live and Linear broadcasts across Disney and Hulu. Key responsibilities include ingesting airings, ensuring seamless scheduling without gaps or overlaps, resolving contracts for blackouts or features like replay / lookback, and developing tools for managing live events, stream health, and fallback logic.

Your Responsibilities

Develop web applications using React, applying strong software development principles and design methodologies (object-oriented or functional).

Prioritize and manage individual project deadlines and deliverables effectively.

Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within the team.

Build high-quality, user-centric products.

Participate in on-call rotational support as needed.

Basic Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years of software engineering experience.

Proven expertise in Frontend UI development.

A strong desire to thrive in a fast-paced environment that demands adaptability.

Exceptional problem-solving skills to accurately identify root causes.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Familiarity with agile methodologies and git for source control.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with AWS technologies and cloud infrastructure.

Proficient in technologies / services such as Terraform, Jenkins, and Docker.

Experience with React, Angular, and NodeJS.

Experience in API development.

The hiring range for this position in Seattle, WA, and New York City, NY is $117,998 to $158,290 per year; in Santa Monica / Burbank / Glendale / L.A., California, and Bristol, Connecticut, it's $112,586 to $151,030; and in San Francisco, California, it's $123,328 to $165,440 per year. The actual base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary based on the candidate's geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus and / or long-term incentive units may also be part of the compensation package, alongside a comprehensive range of medical, financial, and other benefits, depending on the level and position offered.

Salary : $117,998 - $158,290