Lead Data Systems Engineer
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10141277 Location Burbank, California, United States / Orlando, Florida, United States / Seattle, Washington, United States Business The Walt Disney Company (Corporate) Date posted Jun. 10, 2026Job Summary:
Department Description:
At Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) is a world-class entertainment and technological leader. Walt’s passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world—a passion that remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a variety of other businesses. Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences — and we’re constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences.
The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence.
Team Description:
The Data Solutions & Platforms Engineering team is part of Enterprise Technology & Data. We are responsible for developing enterprise solutions and managing a diverse portfolio of products and tools related to Data, Analytics, AI and Automation used by business teams across The Walt Disney Company.
What You’ll Do:
Lead engineer responsible for managing operations of our Finance data platforms (including SAP BW, SAP HANA, Snowflake)
Act as the technology subject matter expert, partnering with technology stakeholders and clients to both address issues and recommend/implement enhancements
Investigate and resolve production related issues and driver areas of focus for continuous improvement initiatives
Oversee offshore teams responsible for managing incidents, issues and service requests; ensure service level and quality targets are met
Design and implement technology solutions in partnership with Solution Architects, Product & Engineering Managers
Coordinate development and on-going maintenance of Disaster Recovery plans
Required Qualifications & Skills:
Minimum of 7 years of related work experience, to include:
Technical expertise in SAP HANA and SAP BW
SQL, Python, Javascript
Other technical experience (nice to have): ETL, Informatica IDMC, BI tools (Tableau, Power BI, SAP Business Objects)
5+ years of experience developing and managing enterprise data systems and tools
Understanding of Finance business domain
Good communications skills
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience
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The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $134,000 - $173,400 per year and in Orlando, FL is $123,100 - $165,100 and in Seattle, WA is $140,300 - $181,600. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.
About The Walt Disney Company (Corporate):
At Disney Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company’s powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you’ll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep The Walt Disney Company at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.
About The Walt Disney Company:
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., which is part of a business we call The Walt Disney Company (Corporate).
Disney Worldwide Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.
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