Senior Manager, Data Systems Operations

The Walt Disney Company

Remote

Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Burbank, CAOrlando, FLSeattle, WA
Salary
$148,300–$198,800 / yr
Posted
6 days ago
Closes
Dec 31, 2026

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $191k
This role $174k
$131k most similar roles pay here $247k

This role pays less than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $157,037–$224,062 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $174k versus about $191k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About The Walt Disney Company

The Walt Disney Company is a diversified global entertainment and media enterprise operating in segments including Disney Parks, Experiences and Products; Entertainment (ABC, Hulu, Disney+); and ESPN. Industry: Entertainment & Media

The Walt Disney Company currently has 169 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,300–$198,800 across 165 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Manager, Data Systems Operations

The Senior Manager of Data Systems Operations is a key leadership role within the Enterprise Technology & Data department at The Walt Disney Company, focusing on managing operations for over 30 applications and services related to data, analytics, AI, and automation. This technology leader oversees a team of internal and external systems engineers, ensuring 24x7 technical support and operational excellence across platforms like Snowflake, Tableau, SAP HANA, and Dataiku. Responsibilities include incident management, security compliance, agile-based request management, and collaboration with architects to enhance service delivery. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of technology management experience, hands-on DevOps expertise, and a deep understanding of cloud-based data platforms and distributed team management. Preferred qualifications include experience with SAP technologies, Snowflake, SOX controls, and AI/ML tools.

What you'll do

  • Manage team members and vendors to ensure 24x7 technical support for critical business data.
  • Oversee operational aspects of all platforms in the Data portfolio, including security and compliance.
  • Lead incident management for outages or incidents impacting live production systems.
  • Ensure quality resolution of platform defects through application development lifecycle management.
  • Partner with architects to identify opportunities for improved customer service and agility.
  • Manage vendor relationships to deliver services against Key Performance Indicators.
  • Develop direct reports by providing career guidance and mentoring.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum 10 years in technology management and 7+ years leading engineering and operations teams for enterprise data & analytics platforms.
  • Hands-on experience with DevOps for development and operations support of data & analytics systems.
  • Expertise in managing highly scalable, cloud-based data platforms like Snowflake, Tableau, Power BI, SAP HANA, etc.
  • Proven ability to manage internal and external distributed teams, including onshore and offshore resources.
  • Deep knowledge of security and compliance requirements for enterprise data solutions.
  • Experience with AI/ML tools and techniques to enhance operational efficiency and service delivery.

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