Software Development Engineer in Test II - iOS, Swift, Xcode

5014 Disney Entertainment & Sports LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,100 - 136,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Bonus potential

Long-term incentive units

Job summary

5014 Disney Entertainment & Sports LLC in New York is seeking a Quality Engineer to contribute to the implementation of solutions for complex technical problems. You will develop test automation frameworks and support flagship streaming mobile apps like Disney+ and Hulu, while fostering collaboration and innovation within the engineering teams.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of related software development experience and proficiency in programming languages such as Swift or Kotlin. A strong focus on quality and attention to detail is essential for this role, along with excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in software development, including test automation.
• Proficiency in object-oriented design and expertise in Swift, Kotlin, Java, or Node.js/TypeScript.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop test automation frameworks and CI/CD infrastructures.
• Investigate and resolve any framework or execution issues.
• Become a core member of our Platform & Data Engineering team.

Skills

Software Development

Test Automation

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Jira

GitLab

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Overview

On any given day at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we are 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 is 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.

Why Work Here

• Building the future of Disney’s Streaming, Sports, and Entertainment business: DE &E Technologists are designing and building the backend systems, API’s and mobile applications that will power Disney’s media, advertising, and distribution businesses.
• Reach and Scale: The products and platforms this group builds and operates on delight millions of consumers every minute of every day – from Disney+ and Hulu, to ABC News and Entertainment, to ESPN and ESPN+, and much more.
• Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

Core Mission

Engineering Services designs, builds, and sustains technology that powers DE&E Technology’s worldwide content production and distribution platforms. In doing so, they contribute to a series of cross‑functional services and technologies, including Quality Engineering, Data Analytics, Software Development, Broadcast Infrastructure, and Networking & Security. The Quality Engineering team validates all work before production, including web, mobile, living room applications, media, services, non‑consumer‑facing products and more. As a member of our team, you will strive to accomplish the following goals: Contributing to the successful implementation of solutions for complex technical problems with DE &ET engineering teams Owning the development and maintenance of one or more functional areas of test automation and tooling, execution environments, build systems and tooling used across multiple products Contribute to the successful design & implementation of one or more project features with input from senior engineers Check‑in valuable, clean code daily that adds new features and capabilities Becoming a member of our Quality Engineering team, increasing quality through innovation, automated test creation, curiosity, and thoughtful debate.

Responsibilities

• Work with engineering teams to implement a full stack quality solution.
• Develop test automation frameworks, CI/CD infrastructures, build systems, and reporting tools to support flagship streaming mobile apps D+ and Hulu.
• Maintain documentation meant for end user consumption as well as project contributor documentation.
• Supply end‑user and developer training on automation tools and frameworks.
• Investigate and resolve any framework or execution or environmental issues affecting our services.
• Become a core member of our Platform & Date Engineering team, helping others increase productivity through innovation, and championing the core value of Disney Quality.
• Contribute to the successful design & implementation of one or more project features with input from senior engineers.
• Check in valuable, clean code daily that adds new features and capabilities.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and/or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 3 years of related work experience in software development, including test automation for both front‑end and back‑end services.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in test automation and unit testing frameworks for iOS or Android apps.
• Proficiency in object‑oriented design and expertise in one or more programming languages: Swift, Kotlin, Java, or Node.js/TypeScript.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Strong collaboration skills and familiarity with standard Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) tools such as Jira, Confluence, and version control systems like GitLab or GitHub.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to deliver project tasks on time.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an elevated level of motivation and a self‑starting attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering production iOS/Android apps.
• Experience developing applications in cloud platforms (e.g., AWS).
• Experience working with cloud‑based testing infrastructures (e.g., SauceLabs).
• Experience working with Agile methodologies.
• Experience working with Docker, Kubernetes, Spinnaker, and continuous integration/delivery systems.
• Experience writing Gherkin syntax to facilitate the development of automated test scenarios.
• Experience developing advanced mocking mechanisms (e.g., rule‑based proxies and dummy‑services).
• Experience with test suite/case/run management tools (e.g., JIRA Xray, etc.).

Compensation

The hiring range for this position in Seattle, WA is $102,100 to $136,900 per year, and in Los Angeles, CA is $97,500 to $130,700 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long‑term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.