Jobs at Disney
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Disney is the entertainment giant that owns Pixar, Marvel, and the Disney+ streaming platform, and it has built a robust tech ecosystem to support content delivery, theme‑park operations, and immersive experiences.
Tech teams at Disney recruit software engineers, data scientists, UX designers, cloud architects, and cybersecurity specialists to develop scalable streaming infrastructure, real‑time attraction analytics, and AR/VR storytelling tools. Candidates can expect a hybrid work model, generous benefits such as free Disney+ access, on‑site wellness programs, and a culture that blends creativity with cutting‑edge technology.
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Manager, Network Engineering Operations
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted May 12, 2024
Walt Disney Studios is seeking an experienced engineering leader to manage network engineering operations. The role involves leading a team of network engineers, designing and maintaining network infrastructure, collaborating with other teams, and staying updated with industry trends. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of network engineering experience, 3+ years of leadership experience, and strong technical and communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary range of $149,300.00-$200,200.00 per year based on a 40-hour work week.
Staff Software Engineer, Snowflake - Project Hire
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Orlando, FL
Posted May 27, 2024
Disney is seeking a Staff Snowflake Software Engineer for a 30-month project hire placement. The role involves architecting and building data engineering pipelines on Snowflake, developing innovative software solutions, and leading the full lifecycle of projects. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of experience in software engineering, strong experience with Snowflake cloud data platform, and proficiency in Python, SQL, Java, Spark, Scala, and large-scale database technology. The hiring range for this position in Burbank is $149,106 to $200,200 per year.
Sr. Systems Engineer - Platform & Infrastructure, Render Services
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted May 13, 2024
Walt Disney Animation Studios is seeking a Senior Engineer with expertise in enterprise systems architecture and Linux to improve the studio's highly available and scalable Linux infrastructure services. The role involves architecting, implementing, and supporting infrastructure for high availability and reliability, designing and implementing high performance compute-farm, storage, and render job scheduling software, and performing cross-functional troubleshooting. The ideal candidate should have a BS or MS in Computer Science/Engineering, 5+ years of software engineering experience, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in C/C++ and Python. Familiarity with QT C++ APIs, network attached storage, and access protocols is also required. Preferred qualifications include experience with relational and non-relational database technologies, AWS or GCP, Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes, and media and entertainment workflows.
Organizational Change Management Specialist - Project Hire
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted May 20, 2024
The text describes the Walt Disney Company's mission to deliver technology solutions and create unforgettable experiences. It also highlights the company's dedication to crafting and delivering experiences, as well as its commitment to innovation and collaboration.
Staff Software Engineer, ServiceNow
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Orlando, FL
Posted May 06, 2024
<p>At Disney were storytellers We make the impossible possible The Walt Disney Company is a worldclass entertainment and technological leader Walts passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the worlda 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 dedication to crafting and delivering unforgettable experiences and were constantly looking for ways to improve these exciting experiences <br >This Staff Software Engineer would be part of our Business Technology Platforms group which is responsible for the products and platforms that support Disneys corporate business functions and our enterprise service management platforms Appian Salesforce amp ServiceNow This individual will be responsible for translating requirements and user stories into functional software that delivers value to the business They will help design develop test and implement complex software for use across Disney We are seeking someone with a deep understanding of the ServiceNow platform to ensure that we are building the best products to improve what makes us great <br >Responsibilities <br ><p><ul><li> Oversight of platform projects and related agile delivery teams where a project comprises of multiple components<li> <li> Own the development of mediumtolarge innovative software solutions that meet specifications and impact future development<li> <li> Conceive set the technical architectural direction design and develop specifications for software development projects<li> <li> Review test and debug software to improve viability<li> <li> Lead the full lifecycle of projects potentially including project budgets and forecasts<li> <li> Serve as an escalation point for difficult problems and sophisticated inquiries for the team<li> <li> Act as a peer group leader to help train staff on Software Engineering standards and processes<li> <ul><p><br >Needed Qualifications <br ><p><ul><li> 7+ years of experience developing solutions within ServiceNow Service Portals and Employee Service Center<li> <li> Validated experience developing creating and testing server side with JavaScript Unix Shell PowerShell<li> <li> Demonstrated success in platform automation workflows abstraction APIs and Scripted Rest API Framework<li> <li> Knowledge of ITIL v3 or later and ITSM standard methodologies<li> <li> Experience working in an outsourced IT environment and building strong collaborative vendor relationships<li> <li> Experience implementing agile software development methodologies PMIACP SAFe Agilist ICPACC etc and leading the full software development lifecycle<li> <li> Effective communication writing and executive presentation skills with an ability to translate sophisticated ideas into understandable strategies requirements value statements and business outcomes<li> <li> Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Systems Software Electrical or Electronics Engineering or comparable field of study andor equivalent work experience<li> <ul><p><br >Preferred Qualifications <br ><p><ul><li> Masters Degree in a related field<li> <li> Related Certifications ITIL technical Agile etc<li> <li> Experience with Salesforce andor Appian<li> <li> Supporting ServiceNow amp Employee Service Center over a worldwide userbase<li> <ul><p><br >LIJH8 <br >The hiring range for this position in Burbank is $149240 to $200200 per year and in Seattle is $156262 to $209660 per year The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidates geographic region jobrelated knowledge skills and experience among other factors A bonus andor longterm incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package in addition to the full range of medical financial andor other benefits dependent on the level and position offered<p>
Product Designer II - Enterprise Experience Design
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Santa Monica
Posted May 11, 2024
Disney Streaming is seeking a Product Designer to create user experiences for Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and Star+. The role involves designing end-to-end user experiences, ideating solutions, building scalable solutions, and contributing to product strategy. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in consumer-focused tech or media companies, a people-focused design mentality, and a passion for learning new design technologies. The hiring range for this position is $102,500 - $150,500 per year, depending on the candidate's geographic region and experience.
Senior Software Engineer (Front End)
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Seattle, WA
Posted May 13, 2024
Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their JavaScript browser-based devices team. The role involves rapidly prototyping and implementing scalable, reliable, and maintainable media applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, and other web development technologies. The successful candidate will work closely with UX designers, product managers, and engineering leadership to build best-of-class, delightful streaming experiences. They will collaborate with other developers to build, review, and deliver modern media applications to Samsung, LG, and other streaming-media devices. The role requires 5+ years of experience in front-end application development with proficiency in writing optimized JavaScript (ES5 & ES6) and TypeScript with a low memory footprint. A deep understanding of computer science fundamentals and experience developing sophisticated user interfaces in a large and organized codebase are also required.
Principal Technical Architect
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Orange County
Posted May 19, 2024
Disney Experiences is seeking a Principal System Engineer for a role based in Anaheim, California. The successful candidate will develop broad technical solutions, lead large-scale projects, and influence the design and development of highly scalable software systems. The role involves working with various technologies such as Java, Node JS, Spring Framework, AWS, MongoDB, Docker, Kubernetes, and more. The ideal candidate should have 10+ years of progressively related experience in Systems Engineering, Software Architecture, or software development, with a proven track record of leading multiple projects and teams. A Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred. The hiring range for this position is $164,500.00 to $200,600.00 per year.
Lead Product Designer
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Greater LA Area
Posted May 20, 2024
Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Lead Product Designer for their sports betting and stats & scores experiences. The role involves leading a design team, collaborating with product and engineering, and creating user-centered designs. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 7 years in product design, experience in leading designers, and proficiency in design tools. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.
Lead Software Engineer
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Santa Monica
Posted May 13, 2024
The text describes a job opportunity for a Lead Software Engineer at Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology (DE&E Technology). The role involves leading engineering teams in building robust, fault-tolerant, and cloud-native architectures using Java, Spring, Docker, Kubernetes, and AWS technologies. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in web application development, relational databases, NoSQL data stores, and event streaming platforms. The role requires strong communication skills, a passion for mentoring, and a solid understanding of AWS technologies. The hiring range for this position in California is $149,240 - $219,230 per year and in Washington is $156,292 to $209,660 per year.
Sr. Product Manager II, Hulu Personalization
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Santa Monica
Posted May 06, 2024
<p>On any given day at Disney Entertainment amp ESPN Technology were reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the worlds most beloved stories while also transforming Disneys media business for the future Whether thats evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency or delivering Disneys unmatched entertainment and sports content every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world<br >A few reasons why we think youd love working for Disney Entertainment amp ESPN Technology <br ><p><ul><li>Building the future of Disneys media business DEampE Technologists are designing and building the infrastructure that will power Disneys media advertising and distribution businesses for years to come<li> <li>Reach amp Scale The products and platforms this group builds and operates delight millions of consumers every minute of every day from Disney+ and Hulu to ABC News and Entertainment to ESPN and ESPN+ and much more<li> <li>Innovation We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports entertainment amp news<li> <ul><p><br >The Product Management team guides the strategy and vision for Disneys incredible global digital products portfolio from Disney+ Hulu ESPN+ and the ESPN App to Marvel Unlimited National Geographic ABC and ABC News and film websites and games This team impacts the way millions of people around the world experience and engage with Disneys iconic stories and unmatched content in more personalized and immersive ways leveraging cuttingedge technologies ranging from Machine Learning to Extended Reality<br ><b>Job Summary<b><br >Creating a unique and relevant experience for each and every subscriber is fundamental to bringing Disney magic to life We aim to tailor our products for every subscriber quickly connecting them to content and experiences theyll love in meaningful new ways Delivering a personalized experience is both art and science relying on content expertise an understanding of Disneys business goals machine learning human psychology and rapid experimentation The work we do has a huge impact Disney Streaming enables experiences for hundreds of millions of subscribers globally across Disney+ Hulu Star+ and ESPN+ And were just getting started<br >We are looking for a Sr Product Manager who will lead the strategy roadmap and execution for personalization on Hulu Whether its solving for specific subscriber cohorts or experimenting with cuttingedge machine learning this is a position that will have an incredibly broad impact on the direct customer experience for millions of subscribers<br >This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in ambiguity and has a proven track record of contributing to the product strategy and roadmap for a complex personalization and machine learning space You should be able to balance pragmatism with product intuition to achieve meaningful results amongst a rapidly growing and changing subscriber base<br ><b>Responsibilities<b><br ><p><ul><li>Own the strategy roadmap and execution for a portfolio of Personalization products crafting new discovery experiences and driving advertising revenue<li> <li>Deliver on a product strategy and roadmap across our Disney+ Hulu Star+ and ESPN+ products that balances broader Disney strategic goals for our increasingly diverse subscriber base<li> <li>Partner closely with Engineering Content Programming Machine Learning Data Analytics and Experimentation Platform teams to deliver personalization and machine learning features<li> <li>Serve as a thought leader in the personalization and recommendations space fielding questions from other teams advocating for best practices and sharing learning across the organization<li> <li>Deliver business impact through personalization and machine learning products Were a team that nerds out about algorithms and new research in service of business impacts such as increasing subscriber engagement and retention<li> <li>Pitch and assess new initiatives with the critical lens of an investor We have limited bandwidth and plenty of opportunities to improve What should we do first<li> <ul><p><br ><b>Basic Qualifications<b><br ><p><ul><li>7+ years of product management or other relevant experience required<li> <li>Familiarity with machine learning fundamentals experience working closely with a machine learning engineering team<li> <li>Experience launching products that had multiple crossteam dependencies<li> <li>Datafocused mindset and proven ability to use data to explore all aspects of a problem and analyze solutions<li> <li>Excellent presentation skills and clear logical communication style so you can represent our product strategy and roadmap to engineering business and product leadership<li> <ul><p><br ><b>Preferred Qualifications <b><br ><p><ul><li>Experience working on consumerfacing products ideally personalization recommendations machine learning or data science<li> <li>You have strong product sense in what makes a compelling consumer products and delightful user experiences<li> <li>You focus on impact and naturally frame your work in terms of impact effort and cost in order to maximize your chances of delivering a successful product<li> <li>Youre passionate about machine learning personalization and love speaking with developers on how to leverage MLalgorithms to build a better user experience<li> <li>Experience working in a fastpaced organization with multiple consumer products Familiar with AB experimentation methods and hypothesisdriven development<li> <li>Systems thinker proactive structured longterm thinker rather than reactive<li> <li>Strong interest in streaming products and media amp entertainment<li> <ul><p><br ><b>Required Education <b><br ><p><ul><li>Bachelors degree in a relevant field required<li> <ul><p><br >The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica CA is $149300 to $200200 per year in NYC is $156300 to $209600 per year and in San Francisco is $163500 to $219200 based on a 40 hour work week The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidates geographic region jobrelated knowledge skills and experience among other factors A bonus andor longterm incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package in addition to the full range of medical financial andor other benefits dependent on the level and position offered<p>
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Santa Monica
Posted May 11, 2024
Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is a dynamic team that reimagines viewing experiences for beloved stories and transforms Disney's media business. They build and operate platforms used by millions daily, such as Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. The Lead Machine Learning Engineer role involves driving innovation, developing scalable data analysis methods, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in machine learning, statistics, and large-scale systems, with proficiency in Java, Python, Scala, and ML/DL platforms.