Lead Software Developer
Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10099792 Location Santa Monica, California, United States / Bristol, Connecticut, United States / Raleigh, North Carolina, United States / New York, New York, United States / Burbank, California, United States / San Francisco, California, United States / Seattle, Washington, United States Business Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology Date posted Sep. 13, 2024Job Summary:
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.
Consumer Software Engineering is all about the end user. This team manages all front-end development for the consumer-facing apps that house Disney’s portfolio of brands. For example, if you’re watching Disney+ on your Apple TV – and the interface is engaging, responsive, and seamless – you have this team to thank. The list of platforms this team manages includes: iOS & Android; Smart TVs like Samsung, LG, Chromecast, Roku, & Amazon; game consoles like Xbox and PlayStation; and desktop & mobile web browsers.
Job Summary:
The News, Entertainment, and Studios Mobile and Living Room Devices team responsible for building and supporting ABC News, Marvel Unlimited, and other applications is seeking a Lead iOS Software Engineer to join their platform team. This is a great opportunity to work on a platform that powers and enables ABC News, a leading news product, on its mission to inform and inspire as well as other Disney brands. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, innovative features and enhancements to our user.
Why you want to work with us:
- Nurture a highly collaborative, world-class team of software engineers.
- Work on a cutting-edge and evolving technology stack.
- Own substantial features shipped to millions of users.
- Influence the innovation of high-profile products in the media streaming landscape.
- Join an inclusive culture that incorporates diverse perspectives and supports individual needs.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee development of feature-rich native iOS, tvOS and visionOS applications for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Vision Pro.
- Identify areas for growth within the team processes and develop new systems for collaboration.
- Write clear, well-tested, performant code.
- Work with other developers to create sustainable, well-architected solutions that are built to last.
- Manage production issues and solve novel problems.
- Guide an agile team participating in the full lifecycle of application development, including being the key point of contact for entire features.
- Mentor associate, mid-level, and senior team members and support peers through code review and pair programming.
- Create opportunities to learn and teach others.
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum 7+ years of related work experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
- Expert knowledge of Swift, Apple Frameworks, and the Xcode ecosystem
- Experience leading a team, including delegating responsibility and balancing competing priorities.
- Experience integrating with backend systems, web services, and third-party software.
- Hold high standards of quality for both the codebases you contribute to and the applications you build.
- A growth mindset towards learning, experience mentoring others, and a desire to give and receive feedback.
- Experience composing and presenting thoughtful and implementable solutions to a variety of stakeholders (technical and non-technical).
The hiring range for this position in Raleigh, NC is $142,106 to $190,630 per year, in Los Angeles, CA is $149,240 to $200,200 per year, in New York, NY & Seattle, WA is $156,292 to $209,660 per year and in San Francisco, CA is $163,426 to $219,230 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.
About Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology:
Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology (DE&E Technology) provides the technological backbone and product development for Disney’s two media business units, while helping to keep the company at the vanguard of innovation – enabling the Company to continuously leverage technology to enhance storytelling and creativity, while delivering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency for its businesses.
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 Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology.
Disney Streaming Technology LLC 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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