Sr Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company

Remote Actively hiring Posted this week
Remote (Usa - Ca - Market St, US) Posted 4 days ago $155,400$208,400 / year

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TL;DR

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology (DEE&T) Growth, Commerce and Identity Client Engineering team, you will collaborate closely with product and project management to translate requirements into technical specifications and timelines. Your daily tasks include leading by example through test-driven development practices, contributing to the evolution of team standards, and supporting software throughout its lifecycle. You will write well-documented code, integrate API specifications, and mentor developers through code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions. The role requires expertise in building highly scalable and performant modern JavaScript/TypeScript web applications, a solid understanding of web accessibility fundamentals, and proficiency with AWS. This position involves working on large-scale projects that deliver experiences across Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and Star+, requiring strong technical skills and the ability to manage complex tasks under pressure.

Skills

JavaScript TypeScript API integration AWS Web accessibility CI/CD Docker Kubernetes Terraform Python PostgreSQL React Node.js Git JUnit Selenium Jenkins Prometheus Grafana

What you'll do

  • Leads in writing and maintaining high-quality code through test-driven development.
  • Recommends changes to development practices and system standards for continuous improvement.
  • Supports software throughout its lifecycle, ensuring robust documentation and maintenance.
  • Identifies and resolves complex architectural issues by applying technical judgment and expertise.
  • Mentors developers through code reviews, knowledge-sharing sessions, and leadership guidance.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of experience building highly scalable and performant modern JavaScript/TypeScript web applications.
  • Writes well-documented, clear, and robust code with a focus on test-driven development.
  • Proven ability to integrate API specifications while collaborating effectively with service teams.
  • Demonstrates emotional intelligence and the capacity to manage high-pressure situations and meet urgent timelines.
  • Supports and mentors other developers through code reviews, knowledge-sharing, and technical leadership.

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

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