Job Posting Title:
Senior Software Engineer
Req ID:
Job Description:
Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology
Content Platforms & Operations is responsible for the development and ongoing advancement of the technical and operational functions driving the worldwide distribution and monetization of Disney’s linear networks and theatrical content. This includes Disney’s media supply chain and storage, network and theatrical distribution operations, media localization, network transmission and origination, and more. The global team also plays a critical role as the primary collaboration point for Product & Technology with Disney’s EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regional business teams.
Ever wonder how the innovative storytelling from the world’s most beloved brands – Star Wars, Marvel, Pixar, ESPN, 20th Century, National Geographic, FX, Freeform, Disney Channels, ABC, and more -- makes it to viewers around the globe and beyond (yes, we also deliver content to the International Space Station)? Come join our growing team that builds global products, platforms and tools that deliver and monetize our company's unmatched collection of content, power our businesses and reflect the company's innovative spirit.
If you:
- Enjoy working with teams of talented and passionate people
- Have excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate determination in finding solutions to complex puzzles
- Have the curiosity and interests in how content goes from inception to consumers
- Employ positive thinking and are able to work constructively in a diverse team setting
- Enjoy transforming business strategy into innovative products & platforms
- Value learning and being exposed to new experiences
- Love working in a startup culture
- Find Media & Entertainment industry fascinating
then Content Platforms team is the place for you. We are growing and investing in innovative technology to deliver a state-of-the-art content pipeline. Come be a part of the magic that makes The Walt Disney Company one of the “World’s Most Admired Companies”.
Job Summary:
In this role will work within the Frontend Web and Experience team and will be primarily responsible for building out various tools to empower workflows and reporting on the digital supply chain.
Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:
- Creating and maintaining shared JavaScript libraries and UI components.
- Implementing business logic of various tool workflows.
- Reviewing others JavaScript and TypeScript code.
- Acting as a tech leader for various projects and initiatives.
- Employ test driven development and agile development practices.
Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training:
Basic Qualifications
- Minimum 5 experience years in web development or software engineering
- Mastery of HTTP server and proxy technologies such as HA Proxy, NGINX, Apache
- Extensive experience with NodeJS, and/or Java/Kotlin programming
- Extensive experience with cloud native technologies such as AWS EC2, Fargate, and Cloudfront
- Experience with frontend web development technologies and principles
- Experience with task automation
- Ability to research, learn, assess, and evangelize new technologies
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
- Driven and self-motivated
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous work experience in media distribution
- Experience building AI driven software
- Experience working with vendor teams to deliver high quality results
- Knowledge of performance testing and application profiling
- Experience with React Native
Required Education
- BS Computer Science or related technical discipline or its equivalent.
The hiring range for this position in California is $141,900.00 to $190,300.00 per year and in Connecticut is $141,900.00 to $190,300.00 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.
Job Posting Segment:
Content Platforms & Operations
Job Posting Primary Business:
CO - Distribution Platforms
Primary Job Posting Category:
Software Engineer
Employment Type:
Full time
Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Bristol, CT, USA
Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
USA - CA - 1200 Grand Central Ave
Date Posted:
2026-04-23
