Senior/Lead Software Engineer - Data/Engine
AlteraFull Time
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)
Candidates must possess a BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, along with over 7 years of experience in developing software products. Proficiency in Java or another object-oriented programming language and advanced English are essential. Familiarity with cloud infrastructure like AWS, source control using Git, CI/CD pipelines, and build/deployment tools such as Jenkins and Docker is a plus, as is knowledge of web accessibility, modern web standards, async programming, and messaging technologies like Kafka, Kinesis, or SQS.
The Lead Software Engineer will lead a team responsible for managing VOD content across Disney's streaming platforms, designing and building robust software applications using software engineering and machine learning expertise. They will also lead analysis and application building for a successful operator experience, collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, and act as a technical leader by setting best practices and leading architectural discussions. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, prioritizing tasks to deliver high-value initiatives, crafting web applications for live and linear scheduling, managing AWS infrastructure, improving system scale and throughput, contributing to a culture of collaboration and innovation, building quality products, and providing on-call rotational support.
Leading producers & providers of entertainment and information