Senior Software Engineer
The Walt Disney Company2 months ago
Seattle, WA, USA or New York, NY, USASenior
Base Salary
$149k - $199k/yr
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the JavaScript player powering Disney streaming experiences.
- Design and implement cross-platform player features for browsers, televisions, gaming consoles, and set-top boxes.
- Optimize player performance for resource-constrained platforms.
- Create and review architecture and technical designs.
- Investigate and resolve issues through a strong understanding of the codebase.
- Collaborate with application, services engineering, and product management teams on device limitations and requirements.
- Lead deployment quality and stability strategies, including testing and telemetry approaches.
- Develop the project build system and continuous integration system as needed.
- Provide technical expertise and mentorship to other developers.
- Own large features, drive technical direction, and uphold high development standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- At least 5 years of full software development lifecycle experience.
- High fluency in JavaScript and web technologies.
- Experience developing for web browsers and other web-based client devices.
- Experience with streaming technologies such as HLS or DASH.
- Experience with DRM technologies including PlayReady or Widevine.
- Knowledge of adaptive bitrate streaming algorithms, caption and subtitle formats, and media codecs.
- Experience developing and optimizing high-performance client-side media applications.
- Experience using build runners or compilation tools for multi-platform projects.
- Strong individual contributor with a willingness to learn and teach others.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and teamwork skills.
- Experience using AI-assisted development tools effectively.
- Preferred: experience developing for Samsung, LG, Hisense, Vizio, gaming consoles such as PlayStation or Switch, Android devices such as Fire TV, or similar platforms.
Benefits
- Full-time employment.
- Position available in Seattle, Washington, or New York, New York.
- Benefits may include medical, financial, and other benefits depending on the level and position offered.
- Bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package.
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About The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company is a diversified entertainment business that produces films and television, operates theme parks and resorts, and runs streaming services including Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+. It earns revenue from subscriptions and advertising, theatrical distribution, licensing and merchandise, and park admissions and experiences. Founded in 1923 and headquartered in Burbank, California, Disney owns brands such as Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 20th Century Studios and serves audiences worldwide.