Sr Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company

Remote Actively hiring
Remote, USA · Bristol, CT · Glendale, CA Posted 95 days ago $141,900$190,300 / year

At a glance

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TL;DR

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Content Platform Engineering team, you will design and implement scalable systems and data pipelines that leverage computer vision and machine learning to automate media asset inspection and validation. Your day-to-day responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams to build robust, extensible platforms for intelligent content operations at scale. You will work with cloud infrastructure such as AWS S3, Lambda, and EC2, along with containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes. Proficiency in languages like Python or Java is essential, alongside experience with REST APIs and GraphQL. Preferred qualifications include familiarity with machine learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch) and integrating ML models into production systems. This role supports Disney’s media supply chain for brands such as Disney+, ESPN+, and ABC, addressing complex business challenges through cutting-edge technology solutions.

Skills

Python Java JavaScript AWS S3 Lambda EC2 Docker Kubernetes REST APIs GraphQL TensorFlow PyTorch Scikit-learn CI/CD

What you'll do

  • Design and implement scalable systems for automated inspection of media assets.
  • Develop data pipelines using computer vision to streamline content analysis.
  • Build robust platform services that enable intelligent operations at scale.
  • Mentor junior engineers in modern software engineering practices and cloud technologies.
  • Integrate machine learning models into production systems for AI-driven solutions.
  • Work with REST APIs or GraphQL to build and consume web services efficiently.

What we're looking for

  • Proficient in core programming languages such as Java, Python, or JavaScript.
  • Experience with REST APIs and GraphQL for web service development.
  • Expertise in cloud platforms like AWS and its core services (S3, Lambda, EC2).
  • Knowledge of containerization technologies including Docker and Kubernetes.
  • Familiarity with machine learning frameworks and integrating ML models into production systems.
  • Ability to mentor junior engineers and collaborate across cross-functional teams.

Market check

Salary context

This $141,900–$190,300 range sits above 45% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$135,650$209,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$142,400$195,250

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 240 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

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 $141,900–$190,300 across 110 roles with salary data.

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