Lead Software Engineer - Front End

Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 6, 2025

Job Description:

Lead Software Engineer - Front EndApply Now - Apply LaterJob ID: 10100476Location: Seattle, Washington, United States / Bristol, Connecticut, United States / Santa Monica, California, United States / Glendale, California, United States / San Francisco, California, United States / New York, New York, United StatesBusiness: Disney EntertainmentDate posted: 4---. 03, 2025Job Summary:Disney Entertainment & ESPN TechnologyOn 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 you'd love working for Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology:

• Building the future of Disney's media business: Designing and building infrastructure that powers Disney's media, advertising, and distribution businesses.
• Reach & Scale: Building products and platforms that delight millions of consumers daily, including Disney+, Hulu, ABC News, ESPN, and more.
• Innovation: Developing groundbreaking products and techniques to shape industry norms and enhance audience experiences.This is an on-site position and must sit in one of the listed offices.As part of the Living Room Devices, Browser Based Device, Client Application Engineering Team, you will help push the boundaries on devices and TVs in the marketplace. You'll build our Direct-to-Consumer client apps, such as Disney+, Star+, ESPN, and Hulu, on devices that run on browser and JavaScript technologies.Job Responsibilities:
  • Prototype and implement scalable, reliable media applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, and web technologies.
  • Collaborate with UX designers, product managers, and engineering leaders to create excellent streaming experiences.
  • Work with other developers to build, review, and deliver media applications for streaming devices.
  • Use data and experimentation to improve product functionality and user experience.
  • Mentor junior engineers.Qualifications:Basic Qualifications:
    • 7+ years in front-end application development with proficiency in JavaScript (ES5 & ES6) and TypeScript, with low memory footprint.
    • Leadership skills, problem-solving ability, eagerness to learn and teach new technologies.
    • Experience building browser-based applications using TypeScript, JavaScript, Preact/React, and Redux.
    • Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals.
    • Experience developing sophisticated user interfaces.
    • Work samples demonstrating UI development experience.Preferred Qualifications:
      • Experience with development tools like GitHub, Jenkins, Webpack, AWS, Confluence, JIRA.
      • Experience with web-services and developing for streaming devices like Samsung or LG is a plus.
      • Strong experience with Scrum methodology.Education:
        • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience.The salary range varies by location, with specific ranges provided. Compensation may include bonuses or incentives, along with benefits.About Disney Entertainment:Disney's powerful brands come together to create innovative entertainment. Join a team that enables world-class storytelling and creates memorable experiences for families worldwide.About The Walt Disney Company:A global leader in entertainment, Disney has a rich legacy of storytelling, with operations in over 40 countries, reaching audiences worldwide.This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, part of Disney Entertainment.Equal Opportunity Employment:Disney is an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants regardless of race, religion, gender, or other protected categories. We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace.Disability Accommodation:If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com.
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