Software Engineer

ESPN; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical benefits

Job summary

Disney is seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join the Payments and Accounting Technology team in Orlando, FL. You will build and maintain APIs and services for internal and external-facing applications, using AWS, Java, Angular, and Node.js in a modern cloud-based environment.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensure test coverage, and contribute to scalable, reliable solutions while embracing Agile practices and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related work experience in software development.
• Full stack engineer with cloud, API, and UI capabilities.
• Angular (components, RxJS, state management).
• Node.js (Express/NestJS).
• Java 17+, microservices, Spring Boot, REST APIs.
• AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Aurora).
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB).
• UI and API testing (JUnit, Postman).
• Strong debugging skills and production readiness.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain APIs and services for internal and external-facing applications.
• Develop and support cloud-enabled applications (AWS).
• Write high-quality, maintainable code with test coverage.
• Participate in peer code reviews and uphold coding standards.
• Implement front-end features in coordination with backend systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.
• Support and troubleshoot existing systems to maintain uptime and releases.

Skills

Full stack

Angular

Node.js

Java

AWS

Databases

UI testing

AI skills

Python scripting

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Express/NestJS

Spring Boot

REST APIs

JUnit

Postman

MongoDB

DynamoDB

Aurora

Lambda

API Gateway

Job description

At Disney, we’re storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) is a world-class entertainment and technological leader. Walt’s passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world—a passion that remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a variety of other businesses. Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences — and we’re constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences.

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join the Payments and Accounting Technology team, which delivers secure, auditable, and modern commerce platforms for both guests and cast. This team plays a critical role in enabling seamless transaction experiences that directly support Disney’s financial operations and P&L.

Note: this role is not open to sponsorship of any kind at this time (i.e.: OPT, H1B, TN).

What you will do:

• Build and maintain APIs and services for internal and external-facing applications
• Develop and support applications using cloud-enabled solutions (AWS)
• Write high-quality, maintainable code with test coverage
• Participate in peer code reviews and collaborate to uphold coding standards
• Implement front-end features in coordination with backend systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and reliable solutions
• Support and troubleshoot existing systems to maintain uptime, production releases, and issue resolution

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of related work experience in software development
• Full stack engineer with strong cloud, API, and UI capabilities
• Angular (components, RxJS, state management)
• Node.js (Express/NestJS)
• Java 17+, microservices, Spring Boot, REST APIs
• AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Aurora)
• Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)
• UI and API testing (JUnit, Postman)
• Strong debugging skills, production readiness, and partner integration experience
• AI Skills:
  • LLM/Generative AI experience (RAG, prompt design, guardrails)
  • Agentic AI development (one or more: Amazon Q/Kiro, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude)
  • Python scripting for automation and AI/ML integration
• Comfortable working in an Agile environment
• Proficient in modern development practices and tools, with a strong desire for continuous learning and skill development
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Collaboration with Product, QA, and engineering partners
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering practical solutions
• Adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic work settings and changing priorities
• Commitment to writing clean, well-documented, and maintainable code

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent education and experience)

The hiring range for this position in Orlando, Florida is $110,000-$130,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.