Product Software Engineer II

The Walt Disney Company

Glendale, CA

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$117,500–$157,500 Per Year

SKILLS

Advertising, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Business Strategy, Business Support, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, CSS (Cascading Style Sheet), Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Content Delivery/Distribution, Cross-Functional, Data Science, Data Structures, Database Technology, Distributed Computing, Distribution Operations, Docker, Entertainment and Media, Go Programming Language (Golang), HTML (HyperText Markup Language), Java, JavaScript, Localization, Mentoring, Metadata, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), MongoDB, Multimedia, Node.js, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Software, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Design, Product Development, Product Engineering, Production Control, Production Support, Production Systems, Programming Languages, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Relational Databases (RDBMS), Scala Programming Language, Software Administration, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Startup, Storytelling, Supply Chain, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Test Plan/Schedule, User Interface/Experience (UI/UX), Writing Skills

LOCATION

Glendale, CA

POSTED

12 days ago

Department/Group Overview:

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology

Technology is at the heart of Disney’s past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally.

The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world.

Here are a few reasons why we think you’d love working here:

+ Building the future of Disney’s media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.

+ Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney’s technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company’s brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News…and many more. These products and brands – and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry – matter to millions of people globally.

+ Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems.

Content Platforms & Operations is responsible for the development and ongoing advancement of the technical and operational functions driving the worldwide distribution and monetization of Disney’s linear networks and theatrical content. This includes Disney’s media supply chain and storage, network and theatrical distribution operations, media localization, network transmission and origination, and more. The global team also plays a critical role as the primary collaboration point for Product & Technology with Disney’s EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regional business teams.

Ever wonder how the innovative storytelling from the world’s most beloved brands – Star Wars, Marvel, Pixar, ESPN, 20th Century, National Geographic, FX, Freeform, Disney Channels, ABC, and more -- makes it to viewers around the globe and beyond (yes, we also deliver content to the International Space Station)? Come join our growing team that builds global products, platforms and tools that deliver and monetize our company's unmatched collection of content, power our businesses and reflect the company's innovative spirit.

If you:

+ Enjoy working with teams of talented and passionate people

+ Have excellent communication skills

+ Demonstrate determination in finding solutions to complex puzzles

+ Have the curiosity and interests in how content goes from inception to consumers

+ Employ positive thinking and can work constructively in a diverse team setting

+ Enjoy transforming business strategy into innovative products & platforms

+ Value learning and being exposed to new experiences

+ Love working in a startup culture

+ Find Media & Entertainment industry fascinating

then Content Platforms team is the place for you. We are growing and investing in innovative technology to deliver a state-of-the-art content pipeline . Come be a part of the magic that makes The Walt Disney Company one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies” .

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled Product Software Engineer II to join our Content Platform Engineering team, focusing on building and enhancing platform capabilities with a strong emphasis on enhancing and supporting our existing ingest & packaging platform and workflows. Our team develops and manages a diverse suite of products and services that power Disney’s media supply chain, enabling content delivery for iconic brands like Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu, ABC, Marvel, and Star Wars.

In this role, you will be expected to develop backend and frontend solutions working as part of a team of software engineers, contributing to solve complex problems within the realm of fulfilling, validating, packaging, and delivering assets and metadata to all our internal and external partners.

Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:

+ Write and Maintain Software Solutions : Design, write, test, and deploy high-quality code to develop reliable, maintainable software solutions.

+ Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams : Work closely with platform engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to ensure technical solutions effectively support business goals and content strategies.

+ Production Support : Monitor and optimize production systems, ensuring platform stability, performance, and uptime.

+ Mentorship: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.

Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training:

+ _Minimum Qualifications:_

+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent training or work experience

+ 3+ years of experience in technical field

+ Proficiency in object-oriented programming and software development

+ Knowledge of non-relational database systems, such as MongoDB and DynamoDB.

+ Knowledge of cloud providers like AWS or other cloud technologies.

+ Knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, TypeScript and NodeJS.

+ Knowledge of React and Docker.

+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

+ Consistent and proactive self-starter.

+ _Preferred Qualifications:_

+ Strong knowledge of Data Structures, Distributed Systems, and Computational Complexity

+ Experience with one or more general purpose programming languages including but not limited to: Java, C/C++, C#, Python, JavaScript, Go, Scala.

+ Ability and interest to learn other coding languages as needed.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, CA is $117,500 - $157,500. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job ID: 10151235

Location: Glendale,California

Job Posting Company: Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology
The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

About the Company

The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is the global leader in high-quality entertainment and innovative technology. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Entertainment Venues and Theaters

WEBSITE

https://jobs.disneycareers.com

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