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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Software Engineer I

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Hartford, CT

Posted Apr 15, 2024

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a passionate and innovative technologist to join their Experience Delivery - Core Data and Content Distribution Team. The role involves building and supporting APIs, tools, and services that deliver sports data and content to various Disney products. The ideal candidate should have experience in developing high volume, cached, fault tolerant, multi-threaded scalable systems, and proficiency in Java and open-source technologies. The position offers opportunities for collaboration, full-stack development, code reviews, and researching new technologies.

Lead Software Engineer

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Hartford, CT

Posted Apr 15, 2024

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is looking for a Lead Software Engineer, Tech Lead to join the API Fraud Services team. The team is responsible for high throughput services that analyze API traffic in real time. The job requires experience mentoring and coaching junior engineers, leading interview processes, and working with stakeholders.

Sr Software Engineer - Project Hire

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Greater LA Area

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 Sr Software Engineer Project Hire role 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 Were seeking someone with strong understanding of Legal andor Secure Document Management Systems to ensure that we are building the bestinclass products and continuously maintaining and enhancing existing products to improve our competitive advantage and technical excellence<br ><b>This is an estimated 30month project hire placement with no guarantee of permanent placement<b><br >Responsibilities <br ><p><ul><li>Participate in the design and implementation of software systems and services<li> <li>Lead the development of medium innovative software solutions that meet specifications and impact future development<li> <li>Conduct initial planning ensuring technical and operational models meet overall system and business requirements<li> <li>Review test and debug software to improve viability<li> <li>Collaborate with multifunctional technical teams to ensure accurate alignment on projects and software feature work<li> <li>Set technical architectural direction for assigned areas serving as an escalation point for difficult problems as they arise<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>5+ years experience developing solutions on Document Management or Legal Software solutions<li> <li>Validated experience within JavaScript Java REST XML HTML and CSS<li> <li>Knowledge of ITIL v3 or later and ITSM standard methodologies<li> <li>Experience with agile software development methodologies PMIACP SAFe Agilist ICPACC etc<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> <ul><p><br >LIJH8<br >The hiring range for this position in Burbank is $136038 to $182490 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>

Master Control Operator (Network Origination Oper I)

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Hartford, CT

Posted Apr 15, 2024

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is reimagining viewing experiences and transforming their media business. They are building the future of Disney's media, reaching millions of consumers daily through platforms like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. The Network Origination Operator I role involves operating broadcast equipment to distribute live and pre-recorded programming, ensuring high-quality audio/video, and troubleshooting issues. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in Master Control or Network Origination, be flexible with their schedule, and have strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Sr Data Engineer

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Apr 29, 2024

The Disney Decision Science and Integration (DDSI) analytics consulting team is seeking a Senior Data Engineer with extensive experience in Python, SQL, and cloud-based technologies such as AWS and S3. The role involves designing and implementing ETL/ELT data pipelines, database schema/tables/views, and batch processes using Airflow. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field and experience in streaming, media, or digital marketing. The hiring range for this position in Burbank is $136,038 - $182,490 per year.

Organizational Change Management Lead- Project Hire

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Apr 25, 2024

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a seasoned Organizational Change Management (OCM) Lead to establish and develop a new OCM practice for Disney Enterprise Technology. The role involves creating a strategic OCM framework, leading a team of practitioners, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in OCM, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The position is a 30-month project hire with a competitive salary range.

Principle Product Designer

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Apr 25, 2024

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking a Principal Product Designer with extensive experience in sports betting and stats/scores. The role involves shaping the strategic direction of the company, driving innovation, and leading the design organization. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of sports, passion for design, and strong leadership skills. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Senior Data Engineer

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Hartford, CT

Posted Apr 15, 2024

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is a dynamic team that reimagines viewing experiences for beloved stories and redefines Disney's media business. They are building the future of Disney's media business, reaching millions daily through platforms like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. The Sr. Data Engineer role involves designing and building data pipelines for the Linear Ad Sales business unit, collaborating with various teams, and mentoring junior engineers. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of data engineering experience, proficiency in Snowflake, and a strong understanding of data modeling principles.

Senior Product Manager II, Media Access

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: New York City, NY

Posted Apr 29, 2024

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology is seeking an experienced Sr. Product Manager to join their Media, Devices, and Globalization Product team. The role involves leading platform innovation to bring unmatched content and experiences to millions of subscribers globally. The key responsibilities include developing services for content access and security, establishing a continuous experimentation process, collaborating with data partners, conducting thorough testing, and developing a continuous improvement protocol. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of relevant work experience, a viewer-first mentality, strong data-driven decision-making skills, and excellent communication abilities. Preferred qualifications include experience in live and/or VOD media streaming, content security, media rights enforcement, and credential sharing mitigation.

Staff Software Engineer - Project Hire

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Greater LA Area

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 Project Hire role 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 Were seeking someone with a deep understanding of Legal andor Secure Document Management Systems to ensure that we are building the bestinclass products and continuously maintaining and enhancing existing products to improve our competitive advantage and technical excellence<br ><b>This is an estimated 30month project hire placement with no guarantee of permanent placement<b><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 t help train staff on Software Engineering standards and processes<li> <ul><p><br >Needed Qualifications <br ><p><ul><li>7+ years experience developing solutions on Document Management or Legal Software solutions<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 anyall of the following Salesforce NetDocuments ServiceNow SharePoint<li> <ul><p><br >LIJH8<br >The hiring range for this position in Burbank is $149106 to $200200 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>

Consumer Insight Data & System Integration Developer

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Orlando, FL

Posted Apr 25, 2024

Disney Experiences' Consumer Insight, Measurement & Analytics (CIMA) team is seeking a CI Data and System Integration Developer. The role involves developing data pipelines, transforming data, and collaborating to create database structures for better consumer understanding. The ideal candidate should have 3+ years of experience in data integration and ETL solutions, proficiency in Python, Java, PIG, HIVE, SAS, JavaScript, and big data technologies like Snowflake, Hadoop/HDFS, Shell Scripting, Spark, Kafka. Experience with Dataiku, market research, and the travel industry is a plus. A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is required.

Organizational Change Management Specialist - Project Hire

Company: The Walt Disney Company

Location: Greater LA Area

Posted Apr 25, 2024

The Walt Disney Company is seeking a skilled Organizational Change Management (OCM) Specialist for a 30-month project hire position. The role involves developing and implementing OCM plans for IT projects, supporting the OCM lead, and fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. The ideal candidate should have at least 3 years of OCM experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and OCM tools. The position offers a competitive salary range and benefits package.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at Disney?
Employees report a collaborative environment where storytelling drives product development. Team members enjoy perks like free Disney+ access, on‑site fitness facilities, and opportunities to attend live events. The company emphasizes continuous learning, offering internal tech courses and mentorship programs that align with Disney’s creative mission.
What types of positions are available at Disney?
Disney hires across a wide spectrum of tech roles, including front‑end and back‑end software engineers, data engineers, machine‑learning researchers, cloud infrastructure specialists, cybersecurity analysts, UX/UI designers, and product managers focused on streaming, theme‑park systems, and digital content creation.
How can I stand out as a Disney applicant?
Show a clear passion for Disney narratives by referencing favorite films or shows. Highlight projects that blend storytelling with technology, such as interactive media or data‑driven recommendation systems. Tailor your resume to match the job description, quantify achievements, and provide a portfolio link. Prepare for behavioral interviews by practicing the company’s core values: integrity, teamwork, innovation, and a commitment to delighting audiences.

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