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Experienced Software Engineer for Disney Streaming - Remote Opportunity with Competitive Compensation

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

Join the Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology Team as a Software Engineer

Are you a talented Software Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic and innovative environment? Do you have a passion for building high-performance, scalable systems and a keen interest in the latest technologies? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join the Experience Management crew at Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology as a Software Engineer, working on the metadata and work platform for Disney+, ESPN+, and other streaming offerings.

About the Company and Role

Workwarp is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join the Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology team on a remote basis. As a Software Engineer on this team, you will be responsible for constructing and maintaining the metadata and work platform that powers Disney's streaming services, including Disney+ and ESPN+. This is a unique opportunity to work on a high-profile project with a talented team of engineers and be part of a cutting-edge technology organization.

The Experience Management crew is responsible for integrating with studios to bring metadata and work to the Disney Streaming platform, which includes distributed systems that manage metadata and work ingest, management, curation, personalization, localization, and syndication. The team uses a range of technologies, including Java, Typescript, NodeJS, Kotlin, JavaScript, Angular, SQL, Spring Boot, ElasticSearch, Docker, and various AWS services.

Key Responsibilities

  • Work collaboratively with a team of engineers to build software in a fast-paced, iterative development environment
  • Design, develop, and deploy high-performance, scalable systems that meet the needs of the business
  • Participate in high-level architecture discussions and planning sessions to shape the direction of the technology
  • Contribute to the code review process by providing constructive feedback on pull requests
  • Participate in on-call rotation, supporting systems and services during production incidents

Essential Qualifications and Skills

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

  • A strong background in software engineering, with experience in one or more programming languages, such as Java, Typescript, C++, or JavaScript
  • A good understanding of object-oriented programming principles and design patterns
  • Experience with RESTful services and APIs
  • Knowledge of source control management principles and experience with Git
  • Familiarity with data persistence technologies, including SQL and/or NoSQL databases
  • Experience with build and deployment technologies, such as Jenkins and Docker
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • A self-motivated and independent approach to work, with strong problem-solving skills
  • A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

While not essential, the following qualifications and skills are highly desirable:

  • Experience with cloud-based technologies, such as AWS services (Lambda, ECS, S3, SQS, Kinesis, etc.)
  • Familiarity with containerization technologies, such as Docker
  • Knowledge of Agile development methodologies and practices
  • Experience with DevOps practices and tools

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

As a Software Engineer on the Experience Management crew, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of challenging projects and contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies. You will be encouraged to take ownership of your work and participate in technical decision-making, with the support of a talented and experienced team.

The team has an engineer-driven culture, where individuals are encouraged to spend time on professional development, taking online courses, learning new technologies, working on open-source or side projects, or writing blog posts. This is a great opportunity to expand your skill set, stay up-to-date with the latest technologies, and advance your career.

Work Environment and Company Culture

As a remote worker, you will be part of a distributed team that values flexibility, collaboration, and communication. The company culture is focused on innovation, teamwork, and continuous learning, with a strong emphasis on delivering high-quality results.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

The base pay for this role will be competitive and will depend on a range of factors, including your geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to a competitive salary, you may be eligible for a bonus and/or long-term incentive arrangements, as well as a range of medical, financial, and other benefits.

Conclusion

If you are a talented and experienced Software Engineer looking for a challenging and rewarding role in a dynamic and innovative environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a member of the Experience Management crew at Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology, you will have the chance to work on a high-profile project, contribute to the development of cutting-edge technologies, and be part of a talented and experienced team.

Don't miss this opportunity to join our team and help shape the future of Disney's streaming services. Apply today and let's build the future together!

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