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The Walt Disney Company
Posted 8 hours ago

Senior Software Engineer

The Walt Disney CompanySr Software Engineer - Media Platform Alliance

Requirements

5+ years backend engineering experience, Strong JVM fundamentals (Java or Scala), Experience with distributed systems, Proficiency with AWS (DynamoDB, SNS/SQS, S3), PostgreSQL knowledge, AI-assisted development tool proficiency

Skills

JavaScalaAWSPostgreSQLDistributed SystemsKubernetes

About the role

Responsibilities

  • Design and build backend services that process and serve media at scale
  • Write, review, and debug code within a high-scale production environment
  • Work on systems handling video pipelines across multiple streaming platforms including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless system integration
  • Mentor teammates by sharing knowledge and providing constructive feedback

Requirements

  • 5+ years of backend engineering experience building production systems
  • Strong JVM fundamentals (Java or Scala)
  • Proven experience working with distributed systems
  • Solid understanding of AWS services (DynamoDB, SNS/SQS, S3) and PostgreSQL
  • Proficiency with AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Cursor, Claude)
  • Strong debugging skills and ability to troubleshoot across service boundaries
  • Excellent communication skills in code, documentation, and verbal discussion

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Kafka or similar event streaming platforms
  • Background in media or video processing pipelines
  • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes (deploying, scaling, and debugging)
  • Familiarity with observability tooling such as distributed tracing, metrics, and logging
  • Experience operating and maintaining large-scale production workloads

About the Company

The Walt Disney Company is a leading global entertainment and media enterprise. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology build the technological backbone for Disney’s media business, creating world-class products that serve millions of fans through brands like Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN.

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Senior Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company · New York

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