Sr Software Engineer

The Walt Disney Company; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 137,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

The Walt Disney Company, based in Orlando, is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to design, build, test, and deploy scalable software across Disney Experiences. You will own features, guide junior engineers, and influence solution design for future initiatives.

Responsibilities include leading component development, coordinating with multiple tech groups, and providing technical mentorship while delivering robust end-to-end solutions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience focused on scalable, high-volume apps.
• Strong understanding of microservices, RESTful APIs, and cloud computing.
• Proficient in object-oriented, reactive and functional programming.
• Experience with integration and deployment tooling such as Harness and Docker.
• Familiarity with relational (MySQL/MariaDB) and NoSQL (DynamoDB, MongoDB) databases.

Responsibilities

• Owns the design and development of software fixes, enhancements, and/or new system components.
• Drives development of components through own work and junior engineers’ work.
• Develops technical solutions that meet specifications and impact future delivery efforts.
• Executes assigned component-level software development projects and/or major fixes to existing applications using a mix of new and existing technologies.
• Develops specifications for assigned components, projects, or fixes.
• Writes own code for delivery efforts and reviews others’ code for oversight.
• Participates in setting the architectural direction for software delivery initiatives.
• Leads troubleshooting efforts on end-to-end application issues, including front-end and back-end solutions.
• Interacts and coordinates deliverables with other technical groups across the organization.
• Serves as high-level technical advisor and “go-to” resource for less experienced developers.
• Leads team members in problem analysis and issue resolution.

Skills

Microservices

RESTful APIs

Cloud computing

OO design

Reactive programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related field

Tools

Harness

Docker

MySQL/MariaDB

DynamoDB

MongoDB

Job description

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Sr Software Engineer

Job ID 10161349 Location Orlando, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Oct. 19, 2026

At Disney Experiences, we use technology to empower storytellers, strengthen capabilities, and create more immersive, interactive, and personal experiences. 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.

Job Summary:

The Senior Software Engineer applies practical knowledge of application development and engineering to design, implement, test, and deploy both new software applications/platforms and changes to existing platforms, including issue fixes, enhancements, and new features for components of varying levels of complexity. The Senior Software Engineer owns development of assigned features, ensuring said deliverables are highly scalable and performant, and is expected to drive delivery of components through their own work and any junior engineers’ work. Concerning new initiatives or enhancements, the Senior Software Engineer will also provide input and guidance on solution design, leveraging their expertise to lay out the foundation for subsequent software development activities. The Senior Software Engineer provides technical guidance to team members and business partners, acting as both a subject matter expert and point of escalation based on the initiative.

What you will do:

• Owns the design and development of software fixes, enhancements, and/or new system components
• Drives development of components through own work and junior engineers’ work
• Develops technical solutions that meet specifications and impact future delivery efforts
• Executes assigned component-level software development projects and/or major fixes to existing applications using combination of new and existing technologies
• Develops specifications for assigned components, projects, or fixes
• Writes own code for delivery efforts and reviews others’ code for oversight
• Participates in setting the architectural direction for software delivery initiatives
• Leads troubleshooting efforts on end-to-end application issues, inclusive of both front-end and back-end solutions
• Interacts and coordinates deliverables with other technical groups across the organization
• Serves as high-level technical advisor and “go-to” resource for less experienced developers, providing tech-focused guidance and oversight
• Leads team members in problem analysis and issue resolution

Basic Qualifications & Skills:

• 5+ years of software engineering experience, with focus on highly scalable, high-volume applications and/or platforms
• Strong understanding of microservices, RESTful APIs, cloud computing
• Strong expertise in object-oriented development as well as reactive and functional programming, with understanding of design principles, patterns, and coding best practices
• Experience with integration and deployment tooling, such as Harness and Docker
• Familiarity with database platforms, including both relational (MySQL/MariaDB preferred) and NoSQL (DynamoDB and MongoDB preferred)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Java 17+, Spring Boot, reactive processing and/or streams
• Ability to leverage AI as a tool in day-to-day tasks

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience

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PAY TRANSPARENCY

The hiring range for this position in Florida is $ $137,200.00-$184,000.00 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/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

This position is with Walt Disney Attractions Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

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