Sr Software Engineer, Frontend

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.

Job Summary:

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 Sr. Software Engineer you will focus on building experiences for our core streaming products, pushing the boundaries of what is possible on the client as part of our Web Player team. This team is responsible for creating, owning, and supporting our various playback libraries. We support Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, ABC, Marvel, Star Wars, National Geographic, and all of our entertainment and streaming properties by building inner-source libraries that deliver video playback!

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 and Duties of the Role:

• Design and build functionality at the core of our internal video libraries
• Prototype new features and own delivery from development to production
• Partner with other engineering teams to craft solutions at scale
• Encourage and drive implementation and utilization of architectural standards
• Write user documentation, review pull requests, mentor junior engineers
• Review code and pull requests to ensure product and design specifications are met
• Work with product and project management to refine specs and timelines
• Grow an inclusive team culture built around positive intent

Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training:

Basic Qualifications

• BS Computer Science or related technical discipline or its equivalent
• Proven understanding of front-end web development technologies and principles
• Comprehensive knowledge of JavaScript, JS frameworks, and server-side templating
• Video playback experience using modern web technologies and APIs
• Understanding of open source principles and patterns as they pertain to collaborative development
• Demonstrated ability to research and learn new technologies
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail
• Driven and self motivated
• Minimum 5 years relevant industry experience

The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is $142,516 to $191,180 per year and in Los Angeles, CA is $136,100-$182,400 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.