Principal Software Engineer — AI-Driven, Scalable Architect

1976 Walt Disney Attractions Technology LLC; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

1976 Walt Disney Attractions Technology LLC is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Orlando, FL to provide architecture leadership and end-to-end solution ownership for Lodging Sales Distribution applications and services. You will mentor engineers, drive large-scale initiatives, and evaluate new technologies including AI-enabled capabilities.

You’ll lead design, development, testing, and deployment of highly scalable software systems, collaborating across teams and ensuring architectural

Qualifications

• 10+ years of related work experience.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Advocate for a diverse and inclusive culture that encourages innovation.
• Authority in Java/Spring Boot microservices, RESTful API design, Angular, Node.js, AWS & Docker; AI tools.

Responsibilities

• Own the analysis, design, program, debugging, and modifications of software improvements and/or new products.
• Lead projects that may be used in commercial and end-user applications or support infrastructure platforms.
• Work on large or highly sophisticated software programs and systems.
• Mentor lead and senior engineers and ensure architectural consistency.
• Interact with users across teams to define system requirements.
• Lead and influence design and development of scalable software systems.
• Estimate and plan highly sophisticated projects and budgets.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to drive informed decisions.

Skills

Java/Spring Boot

RESTful APIs

Angular

Node.js

AWS

Docker

AI tools (Kiro, Copilot, Claude)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering or related field

Tools

AWS

Docker

GitHub Copilot

Claude

Amazon Kiro

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Job description

1976 Walt Disney Attractions Technology LLC is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in Orlando, FL to provide architecture leadership and end-to-end solution ownership for Lodging Sales Distribution applications and services. You will mentor engineers, drive large-scale initiatives, and evaluate new technologies including AI-enabled capabilities.

You’ll lead design, development, testing, and deployment of highly scalable software systems, collaborating across teams and ensuring architectural