Software Engineer II

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology

On any given day at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we’re reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the world’s most beloved stories while also transforming Disney’s media business for the future. Whether that’s evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney’s unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world.

A few reasons why we think you’d love working for Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology

• Building the future of Disney’s media business: DE&E Technologists are designing and building the infrastructure that will power Disney’s media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.

• Reach & Scale: The products and platforms this group builds and operates delight millions of consumers every minute of every day – from Disney+ and Hulu, to ABC News and Entertainment, to ESPN and ESPN+, and much more.

• Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

​The Product & Data Engineering team is responsible for end-to-end development for Disney’s world-class consumer-facing products, including streaming platforms Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+, and digital products & experiences across ESPN, Marvel, Disney Studios, NatGeo, and ABC News. The team drives innovation at scale for millions of consumers around the world across Apple, Android, Smart TVs, game consoles, and the web, with our platforms powering core experiences like personalization, search, messaging and data.

The Walt Disney Company has a rich tradition of creating innovative products and magical experiences for millions of people around the world. Software Engineers are at the heart of that innovation and magic, building platforms, services, tools and infrastructure for an unmatched collection of content and brands such as Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, and ABC.

As a Software Engineer you will focus on building experiences for our core streaming products, pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the client. You’ll work with a team of other developers alongside systems engineers, service engineers, and project managers. Our team uses modern server-side and web technologies such as JavaScript, Node and React to deliver scalable and elegant solutions for new product features and core site architecture.

If you:

• Demonstrate determination in finding solutions to complex puzzles

• Have the curiosity to research and learn new technologies

• Employ positive thinking and are able to work constructively in a diverse team setting

• Are passionate about web development

• Value learning and being exposed to new experiences

• Love working in a startup culture   

                                                                                                                                                                            
then working at Disney is unlike anything else. We have the latest technology, game-changing ideas, and world-class talent. Come be a part of our team and help us find new ways to interact with users, however and wherever they connect with our brands.

Responsibilities:

• Develop core site functionality using server-side templating and JavaScript

• Resolve bugs and clear roadblocks as they occur

• Implement best practices to continually increase performance and scalability

• Support team members by reviewing code and pull requests

• Work with engineering peers, product, and project management to refine specs and timelines 

• Partner with other engineering teams to deliver best solutions 

• Collaborate with story tellers and designers across our brands

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years relevant industry experience

• BS Computer Science or related technical discipline or its equivalent

• Proven understanding of front-end web development technologies and principles

• Comprehensive knowledge of JavaScript, React.JS, and server-side templating

•  Experience with task automation (WebPack, Grunt, Gulp) and CSS Preprocessors (Less, Sass)

• Demonstrated ability to research solutions to complex problems

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail 

• Driven and self-motivated 

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale, California is $112,600 - $151,000 per year, and in Seattle, Washington and New York City is $118,000 - $158,200 per year and in San Francisco, California is $123,400 - $165,400 per year. 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.