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Sr Software Engineer

Apply Now Apply Later Job ID 10103509 Location Seattle, Washington, United States / Glendale, California, United States / Orlando, Florida, United States / Anaheim, California, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Oct. 23, 2024

Job Summary:

“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX) Technology & Digital. 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 Digital Core & Platform services organization within Disney Experiences (DX) Technology & Digital. The Sr. Software Engineer will report to the Manager, Technology for Web Platform, Guest Messaging, Enterprise Search.

What You Will Do

  • Focus on developing UI software that meets the functional, technical, and business needs of the organization.
  • Collaborate with other web developers, designers, and programmers.
  • Technically lead and mentor a small team of developers.
  • Improve software & resolve issues using new or existing technologies.
  • Write well designed code with unit tests.
  • Ensure code works well in multiple browsers on multiple web and mobile platforms.
  • Performs validation testing and debugs code.
  • Follows established protocols for installation and maintenance.
  • Develop an understanding of the existing front-end technology stack and be able to assist with end-to-end troubleshooting.
  • Interact and coordinate deliverables with other technical groups in the organization.
  • Reviews code and provide critical thought-provoking comments.
  • Ability to guide peers and consultant team members with a direction for User Interface design.
  • Participate and follow the architectural direction for web development projects while providing constructive feedback.
  • Build code that is accessibility and SEO friendly.

Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience
  • Proven experience of TypeScript frameworks like Angular
  • Deep understanding of JavaScript, and frameworks based on JavaScript like jQuery, AngularJS.
  • JSON/XML Messaging - Consumed and written user interface code REST based web services with JSON data and/or XML data
  • Deep knowledge of standards-based HTML, CSS
  • Ability to analyze and visualize Single Page applications or Mobile Native/Hybrid Views.
  • Expertise on Mobile Friendly Web App Development (Responsive, Adaptive)
  • Knowledge of Search Engine Optimization practices
  • CS Fundamentals - Knowledge of object-oriented design principles, design patterns, coding standard processes, database applications, and mobile applications platforms (e.g., iOS, Android, etc.)
  • Understanding of unit tests in the context of UI based frameworks.
  • Experience using version management systems like Git.
  • HTTP Protocol conceptual understanding is a must.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Knowledge of mobile app development (Hybrid/ Native)
  • Agile/SCRUM experience
  • Knowledge of Flutter, SDUI platforms. Experience is a bonus.
  • Content Management System knowledge.
  • Knowledge of Java and Java Frameworks like Spring or equivalent.

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Software, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience

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The hiring range for this position in California $138,900 - $186,200 per year and in Seattle is $145,400 - $195,000 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 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, 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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