Software Engineer II

The Walt Disney Company

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Quick summary

Work type
Remote
Location
Glendale, CA
Salary
$117,500–$157,500 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Sep 15, 2026 (soon)

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Competitive pay

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $146k
This role $138k
$91k most similar roles pay here $204k

This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $122,661–$169,050 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $138k versus about $146k 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 118 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $148,700–$199,400 across 118 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Software Engineer II

As a Software Engineer II within the Content Platforms & Operations team, you will support and maintain code to deliver new features while resolving bugs for systems driving worldwide distribution and monetization of linear networks and theatrical content. You will perform root cause analysis, manage critical incidents, and develop long-term fixes for production issues. Your daily work involves troubleshooting integrations involving REST APIs, microservices, and third-party SaaS platforms while participating in peer code reviews and monitoring platform performance. The role requires proficiency in backend development using Node.js, Python (Django/FastAPI), or Go, along with experience in AWS services like EC2, CloudFront, Lambda, SQS, and S3. You will also utilize SQL/NoSQL databases and modern frontend frameworks like React or Angular to maintain the health of the applications ecosystem within a media distribution environment.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214000 from 775 postings across 63 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain backend systems using Node.js, Python, or Go to support new features and system functionality.
  • Investigate system anomalies and perform root cause analysis to resolve production bugs and critical incidents.
  • Troubleshoot integrations involving REST APIs, microservices, and third-party SaaS platforms.
  • Participate in peer code reviews to ensure technical solutions are secure, efficient, and meet team standards.
  • Monitor platform performance and scalability while managing alerts and automated deployment processes via CI/CD.
  • Create and maintain technical documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and knowledge base entries.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to L1 and L2 engineering teams.
  • Drive automation, performance tuning, and optimization initiatives for the application ecosystem.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or a related technical discipline.
  • At least 3 years of experience with cloud-based technologies such as AWS (EC2, CloudFront, Lambda, SQS, and S3).
  • Proficiency in backend development using Node.js, Python (Django/FastAPI), or Go.
  • Strong knowledge of RESTful API design, database management (SQL/NoSQL), and server-side architecture.
  • Experience in production support environments including incident, problem, and change management processes.
  • Ability to debug, analyze logs, and troubleshoot complex system issues while performing root cause analysis.
  • Proficiency in front-end development using React or Angular with knowledge of HTML, CSS, and responsive design.
  • Experience working within an Agile environment and utilizing AI tools like GitHub Copilot or Claude Code.

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