Sr Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company; Florida; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer for the Disney Cruise Line to enhance guest experiences through innovative software solutions. The role involves leading projects, developing applications, and collaborating with cross-functional teams in an agile environment. Ideal candidates will have strong expertise in Java and Node.js, along with a proactive approach to learning new technologies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience.
• Experience with build and deployment tools such as Jenkins, Gitlab CI/CD, and Docker.

Responsibilities

• Lead small projects involving analysis, design, programming, debugging, and software enhancements.
• Design, develop, test, and implement software components, fixes, and new systems.

Skills

Java

Node.js

Agile

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

Gitlab CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

Job description

Sr Software Engineer

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Job ID: 10120208

Location: Celebration, Florida, United States

Business: Disney Experiences

Date posted: 5月. 12, 2025

Job Summary:

Sr Software Engineer - Disney Cruise Line

"We Power the Magic!" That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX). Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club.

We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology & digital-led initiatives across various lines of business including Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation, and Merchandise, as well as other initiatives like MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!

This role is within the Disney Cruise Line Onboard Applications organization, under Technology & Digital for Disney Experiences. It collaborates closely with Product Management and Engineers across the company.

The Senior Software Engineer will report to the Manager, Technology – Onboard Applications.

About The Role & Team:

• The Onboard Guest Fulfillment Team manages over 30 onboard applications that enhance the guest experience, including property management, point of sale, embarkation, onboard activities, door locks, dining, and more.
• This role focuses on the Embarkation Application but requires the ability to work across multiple teams.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead small projects involving analysis, design, programming, debugging, and software enhancements or new product development in local, networked, cloud-based, or internet-related environments.
• Perform testing and debugging of applications.
• Develop code for commercial, end-user applications, or supporting infrastructure and platforms.
• Code at the component level for large or sophisticated systems.
• Utilize current programming languages and technologies, demonstrating strong coding skills.
• Interact with users to define system requirements and modifications.
• Design, develop, test, and implement software components, fixes, and new systems.
• Design scalable software systems and applications.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of related work experience.
• Expertise in Java and/or Node.js, with experience in open-source technologies like Spring, Tomcat, Nginx, Elastic Search, etc.
• Comfortable working in an agile environment.
• Proficiency in Software Engineering, with a proactive approach to learning and mastering emerging data engineering tools and methodologies.
• Willingness to learn Flutter.
• Experience with full application lifecycle including testing, code reviews, and documentation.
• Experience with build and deployment tools such as Jenkins, Gitlab CI/CD, and Docker.
• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• Strong teamwork, communication skills, and attention to detail.
• API design and RESTful services development expertise.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Kubernetes, Rancher, SQL, Oracle, AWS, Azure, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools like Grafana, App Dynamics, Log Insight, Splunk, Git, performance tuning.
• Experience as a software architect on mid to large modular projects.
• Proven ability to develop high-volume, fault-tolerant, scalable systems.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years of experience.

Preferred Education:

• Master’s degree in relevant fields.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company is a leading global entertainment enterprise with segments including media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products, and interactive media. Disney continues its legacy of storytelling and creating experiences for audiences worldwide, operating in over 40 countries.

This position is with Disney Worldwide Services, Inc., part of The Walt Disney Company.

Disney is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request.

About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruises, and other vacation offerings worldwide, including six resort destinations in the US, Europe, and Asia, a cruise line, and a vacation ownership program.

About The Walt Disney Company (repeated):

Same as above, emphasizing Disney’s global reach and commitment to storytelling.

Disability Accommodation:

Applicants with disabilities can request accommodations by emailing [e-mail].