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Senior Staff Software Engineer - Identity Engineering Corporation - Remote Full-Time Opportunity with Disney

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2025-11-03

Unlock a World of Innovation: Join Disney's Identity Engineering Team

Are you a seasoned software engineer with a passion for driving technical excellence and innovation? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that shapes the future of entertainment and technology? Look no further! We're excited to announce an exceptional remote full-time opportunity to join Disney's Identity Engineering Corporation as a Senior Staff Software Engineer.

About the Company and Role

At Disney, we're committed to creating unforgettable experiences for our customers. Our Identity Engineering Corporation is at the forefront of delivering cutting-edge Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM) capabilities across the Walt Disney Company, including Disney+, ESPN, Hulu, Parks, and Cruises. As a Senior Staff Software Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and maintaining high-traffic and globally replicated systems that power the Disney ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

  • Technical Leadership: Identify, define, and refine best practices for the design, development, testing, deployment, and support of stateful microservices and lambdas in a multi-region cloud environment.
  • Agile Methodologies: Promote and facilitate Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Scrumban, by leading regular ceremonies such as stand-ups, retrospectives, and sprint planning.
  • Mentorship and Guidance: Offer technical guidance to engineering leaders and their teams to enhance their technical ability and build their understanding of the products and platforms we're responsible for.
  • Collaboration and Solutioning: Collaborate with product managers, designers, QA, operations, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and articulate technical solutions and architectures.

Essential Qualifications

  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in one of the following Java Virtual Machine (JVM) languages: Java, Scala, or Kotlin.
  • Cloud Experience: Experience with at least one of the following cloud providers: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Compute (GCP), or Microsoft Azure.
  • Data Processing: Experience with Spark, Hive, or Presto.
  • Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Structures, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or a comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Scala Programming: Familiarity with the Scala programming language and popular frameworks such as Cats, Cats Effect, ZIO, and Http4s.
  • Programming Paradigms: Familiarity with both Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and Functional Programming (FP) best practices.
  • Infrastructure as Code: Familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Terraform, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices.
  • Python and Machine Learning: Familiarity with the Python programming language applied to Spark and machine learning.
  • Databricks and Apache Airflow: Familiarity with Databricks and Apache Airflow products.

What We Offer

As a Disney employee, you'll be part of a talented and diverse team that drives innovation and creativity. You'll enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a range of perks that make being part of the Disney team truly special. Our remote work environment offers the flexibility and autonomy to work from anywhere, while still being connected to a global community of Disney professionals.

Career Growth and Development

At Disney, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop their skills. As a Senior Staff Software Engineer, you'll have access to a range of training and development opportunities, including mentorship programs, technical training, and leadership development. You'll also have the chance to work on high-visibility projects that drive business impact and shape the future of the company.

Company Culture

Our company culture is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and inclusivity. We value diversity and believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace is essential to driving creativity and innovation. As a Disney employee, you'll be part of a community that celebrates individuality and promotes a culture of respect and empathy.

Join Our Team

If you're a motivated and talented software engineer looking for a new challenge, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join our team as a Senior Staff Software Engineer and take the first step towards a rewarding new career. Don't miss this opportunity to make a significant impact and be part of a dynamic team that shapes the future of entertainment and technology.

Seize this opportunity to make a significant impact. Apply now and take the first step towards a rewarding new role.

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