Ride Control Software Engineer, Senior

Job Posting Title: Ride Control Software Engineer, Senior Req ID: 10144760 Job Description: About the Role & Team Walt Disney Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe. Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers, one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us. This role will work with the Executive Ride Software Engineering. This is a full-time role. What You Will Do: Define, analyze, and validate deterministic solutions for large-scale, fail-safe motion control systems System Definition System Performance Analysis Control System Architecture Detailed Design Specifications Hazard Analysis Test Strategies and Test Plans Specify, design, and implement operator-intensive, safety-critical control software using real-time operating systems Theory of Operation Software Design Document Debug / Software Integration Test Install, integrate, and test high-capacity, man-rated control systems domestically and overseas I/O Checkout System Functions Testing Fault Testing Adjusting / Tuning Acceptance Testing using Earned Value tracking Required Qualifications & Skills 5 or more Years of experience in the software engineering field Software Development Tools (Integrated Development Environment (IDE), compilers, linkers, debuggers, etc) experience Understanding of at C++ Understanding of or experience with Ladder Logic and Structured Text Strong Analytical Skills Strong Initiative / Self-Motivated Strong Verbal Communications Strong Technical Writing Ability Development and design are primarily in Glendale, CA, but installation, testing, and other support may require travel and/or relocation, up to approximately 20% of the time. Relocation for 1 year at a time is possible, to both domestic and international facilities. Preferred Qualifications & Skills Ride Control and/or Theme Park Experience Proficiency in Unified Modeling Language (UML) Control Theory Education Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Engineering, computer science or math from an accredited college or university OR a valid and current PE license required Additional Information: This position is Located in Glendale, CA. This position will require the ability to travel domestically and internationally (project durations usually 1-2 years - sometimes assignment starts mid-project). Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits. The hiring range/pay rate for Principal Ride Development Engineer is $155,700-$208,700.00 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 Posting Segment: WDI Global Business Operations & Strategy Job Posting Primary Business: Ride Engineering (WDI) Primary Job Posting Category: Software Engineer Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Glendale, CA, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: Date Posted: 2026-03-03 Learn more about us.

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