Lead Software Engineer
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10092203 Location Celebration, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Jun. 28, 2024Job Summary:
“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX). Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club.
We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology & digital-led initiatives across the Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation and Merchandise lines of business as well as other initiatives including MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!
This role sits in the Disney Cruise Line organization within Technology & Digital for Disney Experiences. It works closely with key businesses and stakeholders from across the company.
The Lead Software Engineer will report to the Sr. Mgr, Technology
About The Role & Team:
- This Seaware Engineering & Applications Solutions (SEAS) team consists of multiple studios supporting a portfolio anchored by Versonix's Seaware Reservation System and includes mission critical Disney custom API's, Services and applications. The successful candidate will lead a fast-moving team tasked with delivering cross-platform integrated services and applications for Disney Cruise Line and Disney Adventures & Expeditions.
What You’ll Do:
- Own the analysis, design, program, debugging, and modifications of software improvements and/or new products used in local, networked, cloud-based, or Internet-related computer programs
- Lead projects that may be used in commercial and end-user applications or focus on software and tools supporting infrastructure and technology platforms
- Work typically involves large or highly sophisticated software programs and systems
- Possess an in-depth knowledge of current programming language and technologies, with strong skills in writing code and completing programming tasks
- May perform or lead testing and debugging of applications, identifying innovative solutions
- Conceive, design, develop, test, and implement software components, fixes, improvements, and/or new systems and applications
- Interact with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications
- Help engage around the estimation and planning of highly sophisticated scalable projects and their budget allocations
- You will be expected to stay up to date with emerging technologies so you can make informed recommendations
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 7 years of related work experience
- Comfortable working in an agile environment
- A visionary who motivates teams to excel and fosters creativity, consistently driving excellence in all endeavors
- An advocate for a diverse and inclusive culture that encourages innovation and ensures every team member feels a sense of belonging
- Familiar with AWS technologies including EC2, ECS, AppStream and Redis, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD, microservices and monitoring tools including Open Telemetry and AppDynamics, with a desire to further develop technical expertise in data engineering tools, methodologies, and emerging technologies
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with setting up new Java projects, including pipelines, tooling, etc., from scratch
- 3-5 years of Oracle Database experience
- Software Performance Optimization (memory, CPU, scaling, etc...)
- Experience with or exposure to Disney’s Centralized Accounting Platform (CAP) and/or Adaptive Payment Platform (APP) integration
Required Education:
Bachelor's or foreign equivalent Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience
About Disney Experiences:
Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.
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 Walt Disney Attractions Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.
Walt Disney Attractions Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. 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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