Lead Software Engineer - Frontend

The Walt Disney Company; New York (NY); On-site; USD 152,000 - 224,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Lead Software Engineer to enhance its consumer-facing applications. You will lead initiatives, mentor engineers, and solve complex challenges using modern technologies like JavaScript, React, and AWS. Join a collaborative team that drives innovation in media technology.

Qualifications

• 7+ years experience in scalable web applications.
• Experience architecting technical solutions and sharing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives and develop core site functionality using JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Collaborate with Product and Leadership on new features and research solutions.

Skills

JavaScript

HTML

CSS

React

TypeScript

NodeJS

AWS

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Git

Webpack

Job description

Lead Software Engineer - Frontend

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Job ID: 10121132

Location: Santa Monica, California, United States / Bristol, Connecticut, United States / San Francisco, California, United States / New York, New York, United States / Seattle, Washington, United States

Business: Disney Entertainment

Date posted: 5月. 15, 2025

Job Summary:

Technology is at the heart of Disney’s past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally.

The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world.

Here are a few reasons why you’d love working here:

• Building the future of Disney’s media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.
• Reach, Scale & Impact: Disney’s technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company’s brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News…and many more. These products and brands – and the stories they carry – matter to millions globally.
• Innovation: We develop groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and solve complex technical problems.

Product Engineering is responsible for Disney Entertainment & ESPN digital and streaming products and platforms, including product engineering, media engineering, quality assurance, and more.

Consumer Software Engineering focuses on front-end development for Disney’s consumer-facing apps across platforms: iOS, Android, Smart TVs, game consoles, and web browsers.

As a member of our web team, you’ll build engaging experiences for our streaming product, partner with teams to lead product features from ideation to deployment, and be part of a collaborative, ambitious culture.

The Lead Software Engineer will serve as the technical resource and “go-to” person, solving complex challenges and identifying system improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead initiatives and develop core site functionality using JavaScript (ES6+), HTML, and CSS.
• Work on a modern stack including React, TypeScript, NodeJS, and AWS.
• Collaborate with Product and Leadership on new features and research solutions.
• Enhance performance and scalability using industry practices.
• Set standards for code quality and review pull requests.
• Mentor senior engineers and support production applications at scale.

Basic Qualifications:

• 7+ years experience in scalable web applications.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field.
• Experience architecting technical solutions and sharing knowledge.
• Strong understanding of front-end technologies: JavaScript (ES6+), HTML, CSS, React, TypeScript, NodeJS, AWS.
• Experience with modern JavaScript workflows (Git, CSS preprocessors, SPA frameworks, Webpack).
• Proven problem-solving and cross-team collaboration skills.
• Ability to lead projects, write high-quality documented code, and adapt to new technologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with streaming video, data applications, analytics.
• Knowledge of SEO, accessibility, observability, web performance metrics.
• Experience with REST and GraphQL APIs.

The salary range varies by location, from approximately $152,200 to $223,600 annually, with additional benefits and incentives.

About Disney Entertainment:

Disney’s businesses behind its brands create innovative entertainment experiences worldwide. Join a team of leaders driving strategy and storytelling that reach families globally.

About The Walt Disney Company:

Disney is a diversified media enterprise with segments including Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences, operating in over 40 countries, dedicated to creating memorable stories and experiences.

This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, part of Disney Entertainment.

Disability Accommodation:

Disney is an equal opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Contact [e-mail] for assistance.