Senior Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company

Burbank, CA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$141,900–$190,300 Per Year
SKILLS
Amazon Web Services (AWS), Amusement Parks, Application Integration, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Bash Scripting, Best Practices, Bridge Building, Broadcasting, Business Growth, Business Strategy, CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional, Civil Engineering, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Computer Science, Continuous Deployment/Delivery, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Debugging Skills, DevOps, Electronic Engineering, Film, Git, GitHub, Go Programming Language (Golang), Information Technology & Information Systems, Information/Data Security (InfoSec), International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium (ISC)2, Internet Security, LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol), Linux Operating System, Machine Tool, Mentoring, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft C# (C Sharp), Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Operations Security (OPSEC), PCI, PostgreSQL, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Programming Languages, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Ruby, SQL (Structured Query Language), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Scala Programming Language, Scalable System Development, Security Attacks, Security Infrastructure, Security Software, Software Administration, Software Design, Software Development, Software Engineering, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Spatial Data, Sports, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Telemetry
LOCATION
Burbank, CA
POSTED
Today
At Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) is a world-class entertainment and


technological leader. Walt’s passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world—a passion that


remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a


variety of other businesses. Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences — and we’re


constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences.


The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise


efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our


consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence.


The Global Information Security (GIS) organization strives to secure the magic by employing best-in-class services to assess, prevent,


detect, and respond to cyber threats that present risk to The Walt Disney Company. We enable the business by integrating enterprise


and business segment-specific supported services to create a robust, efficient, and adaptable cybersecurity program. Our key


objectives are to:


+ Secure the Magic by protecting information systems and platforms.

+ Reduce Risk by proactively assessing, preventing, and detecting to prevent harm to the Company and our Guests.

+ Strengthen the business through optimizing execution, application, and technology used to protect the Company.

+ Innovate by investing in core capabilities to enhance operational efficiency.


Team Description:


Global Information Security (GIS) supports all of Disney’s business segments, including Disney Entertainment & ESPN (DE&E). DE&E encompasses the operations of Disney’s streaming services—Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ —as well as Disney’s broadcast and cable networks, including ABC, ESPN, FX, Disney Channels, and National Geographic. DE&E sits at the intersection of entertainment, sports, and technology, striving to connect viewers with beloved stories while advancing the streaming industry with consumer-first innovations. Security professionals supporting DE&E work with industry-leading technologies to deliver world-class, highly secure services to customers.


What You'll Do:


We are seeking a Sr Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain internal applications and integrations that enhance the organization’s core cybersecurity operations. This role bridges security engineering and software development, focusing on automating compliance, improving risk visibility, and accelerating security workflows through infrastructure-as-code and AI-driven modeling. This role will work closely with compliance analysts, infrastructure teams, and service owners across the enterprise to develop secure, scalable solutions supporting continuous compliance, risk modeling, and operational visibility.


+ Design and develop internal cybersecurity tools and services to support compliance,visibilityand risk modeling functions.


+ Build andmaintainintegrations between legacy, in-house, and cloud-based systems using APIs and SDKs.


+ Implement and manageIaCframeworks to automate security configuration andauditingworkflows.


+ Collaborate with compliance teams to translate audit and control requirements (SOX, PCI, etc.) into code-based solutions and enhancements in existing applications.


+ Contribute to data ingestion and analytics pipelines that improve visibility across cloud and on-prem environments.


+ Develop AI/ML models toassistwith automated risk categorization, configuration detection, or control validation.


+ Work with DevOps and Security Engineering tomaintainconsistent RBAC, IAM, and policy enforcement across multi-cloud and Kubernetes environments.


+ Build, document, andmaintainrunbooks specific to internal APIs, service architecture, and developed frameworks.


+ Stay up to date on cybersecurity trends, industry standards (ISO, NIST, CIS), and regulatory requirements.


+ Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers and analysts, ensuring secure design and operational excellence.


Required Qualifications & Skills:


+ Minimum of5+years of experience in software development


+ Experience with modern security tooling,DevSecOps, and AI/ML in cybersecurity


+ Required Knowledge of:


+ AWS: IAM, RBAC modeling, API and SDK-based resource discovery, Systems Manager (SSM)


+ Git & GitHub: version control, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines


+ Linux: security models, permissions, and bash scripting


+ SQL: relational data modeling, queries, and integration with back-end systems


+ Programming Languages: Python, C#, and/or Ruby


+ Infrastructure as Code: Terraform


+ Understanding of:


+ Databases: user permission models for MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Couchbase, andMemSQL


+ Operating Environments: on-premises, cloud, and Kubernetes-based systems


+ Identity Systems: Active Directory, LDAP, Okta; user lifecycle management and directory integrations


+ Configuration & Deployment Tools: Helm and Salt


+ Security Frameworks: developing control-based automation and integrating security telemetry into compliance andriskmodeling functions


Preferred Qualifications:


+ Experience with Scala and/or Golang


+ Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices


+ Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex distributed environments


+ Ability to translate security and compliance requirements into technical solutions


+ Excellent collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams


+ Strong senseof ownership and accountability for secure, maintainable code


+ Relevant security certifications such as OSCP, ISC2 CISSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, SANS, CEH, etc. are a major plus. 


Education:


+ Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience


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The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year, in Orlando, FL is $135,200 - $181,200, and in Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 per year. 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: 10134272

Location: Burbank,California

Job Posting Company: The Walt Disney Company (Corporate)
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

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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