Senior Software Engineer - Activation Team

Disney Entertainment; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Activation team. This role focuses on building scalable data systems that enable cross-disciplinary capabilities, leveraging a tech stack that includes AWS, Databricks, and Spark. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in software development, particularly in Python, Scala, and Java, and will be responsible for maintaining data products and collaborating with various teams. This position offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that shape industry standards and impact millions globally. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience with a focus on scalable data systems.
• Strong background in Python, Scala, or Java with expertise in ETL processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineers to deliver high-value projects and build data platforms.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote best engineering practices.

Skills

Python

Scala

Java

SQL

Spark

Docker

Airflow

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

AWS

Databricks

Snowflake

Airflow

Spark

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Activation Team

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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 combines 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 across Disney’s media portfolio to advance technological foundations and consumer media touchpoints serving millions worldwide.

Reasons to consider working here:

• Building Disney’s media future: Designing and building products and platforms powering media, advertising, and distribution for years to come.
• Reach, Scale & Impact: Disney’s technology and products serve as key connections for fans with our brands and stories, including Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, ABC, and more, reaching millions globally.
• Innovation: Developing groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry standards and solve complex technical challenges.

Our Activation team seeks a highly motivated Senior Software Engineer with a strong technical background passionate about building scalable data systems that enable cross-disciplinary capabilities. The role involves maintaining our Activation Data products, which serve as a data sharing platform, requiring expertise in building reliable, fault-tolerant data products for real-time and batch data delivery. Our tech stack includes AWS, Databricks, Snowflake, Airflow, Spark, with languages like Scala, Python, SQL, and Java.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with big data and backend engineers to deliver high-value projects.
• Represent the team in organization-wide large-scale programs.
• Build components of a large-scale data platform for real-time and batch processing, owning features aligned with business needs.
• Develop and improve cloud-based big data infrastructure for batch and streaming data applications.
• Participate in code reviews and promote best engineering practices.
• Mentor junior team members and guide their technical development.
• Work with program managers, product managers, SDET, and researchers in an open environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of related software development experience.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with Python, Scala, or Java.
• At least 2 years’ experience with Spark.
• Strong SQL development skills related to ETL processes.
• Familiarity with Docker and containerization technologies.
• Experience with Airflow or similar schedulers.
• Solid software design principles.
• Experience mentoring and leading junior engineers.
• Ability to collaborate with product and program managers.
• Experience with testing tools like pytest, junit, or similar.

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or equivalent work experience.

Additional info includes salary ranges based on location, with details on benefits and incentives.