Principal Software Development Engineer in Test
The Walt Disney Company
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This role pays less than 99% of similar roles. Most pay $169,050–$222,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $109k versus about $196k for comparable roles.
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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 118 open roles on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs $148,700–$199,400 across 118 roles with salary data.
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Software Development Engineer in Test II - Disney Media Player joins the DEEP & Technology team to support quality engineering for the Disney Media Player across web, mobile, connected TV, and gaming console platforms. This role focuses on building robust test automation frameworks and processes to ensure high-quality streaming experiences and reliable playback performance under various network conditions. The engineer will develop automated test suites at the UI, API, and integration levels while participating in design discussions to improve defect detection. Key technical requirements include proficiency in JS/Node, Python, or other modern object-oriented languages, along with experience in CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or Spinnaker. Candidates should possess skills in Gherkin for BDD/TDD and knowledge of streaming media concepts like ABR, DRM, and codec behavior to solve complex problems within the cross-device ecosystem.
What does a Software Development Engineer in Test earn?
Median $202800 from 38 postings across 11 companies.
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