Software Engineer II

Technology is at the heart of Disney’s past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally.

The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. 

Here are a few reasons why we think you’d love working here:

Building the future of Disney’s media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney’s technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company’s brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News…and many more. These products and brands – and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry – matter to millions of people globally.  Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems.

Product Engineering is a unified team responsible for the engineering of Disney Entertainment & ESPN digital and streaming products and platforms. This includes product engineering, media engineering, quality assurance, engineering behind personalization, commerce, lifecycle, and identity.

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 ESPN, Disney, and ABC.                    

                           

As a Software Engineer you will be part of a team focused on building and maintaining our next generation Content Management Systems.  These applications are used by the teams that manage ABC News, ABC Owned and Operated Television Stations, National Geographic and Marvel. We work alongside engineers across these brands to support major initiatives and share solutions.   Our team uses modern web technologies such as JavaScript, Node and React to deliver scalable and elegant solutions for new product features and core site architecture.

If you:

• Employ a flexible attitude and can work constructively in a diverse team setting
• Are passionate about web development
• Value learning and being exposed to new experiences
• Demonstrate determination in finding solutions to complex puzzles
• Have the curiosity to research and learn new technologies
• Care about bringing people closer to their world                                                                                             

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
• Help onboard new engineers as needed
• Collaborate with story tellers and designers across our brands

                                                                                                                                                      
Basic Qualifications

• 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
• 3+ years relevant industry experience
               

Education

• BS Computer Science or related technical discipline or its equivalent
                                                                                                      

Additional Information                                 

Disney is an equal opportunity employer - Female/Minority/Veteran/Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity. Our goal is to create an inclusive workplace for all.

Company Overview                                                     

At Disney, we‘re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. We do this through utilizing and developing cutting-edge technology and pushing the envelope to bring stories to life through our movies, products, interactive games, parks and resorts, and media networks. Now is your chance to join our talented team that delivers unparalleled creative content to audiences around the world.

The hiring range for this position in California is $114,900.00 - $154,100.00 per year and in New York is $120,300.00 - $161,300.00 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.