Software Engineer II

Job Overview

Join The Walt Disney Company as a Software Engineer II, where you will be part of the Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology team. This role involves reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for Disney's beloved stories and transforming Disney’s media business for the future. You will work on evolving streaming and digital products, powering worldwide advertising and distribution, and delivering unmatched entertainment and sports content.

Key Responsibilities

• Full Stack Quality Solutions: Collaborate with engineering teams to implement comprehensive quality solutions.
• Test Automation Frameworks: Develop test automation frameworks, CI/CD infrastructures, build systems, and reporting tools to support flagship streaming mobile apps like Disney+ and Hulu.
• Documentation and Training: Maintain documentation for end-user consumption and provide training on automation tools and frameworks.
• Problem Resolution: Investigate and resolve framework or environmental issues affecting services.
• Platform & Data Engineering: Become a core member of the team, helping others increase productivity through innovation and championing Disney's core value of quality.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a closely related field.
• Experience: 2+ years in software development, including test automation for both front-end and back-end services.
• Skills: Proficiency in object-oriented design and expertise in programming languages such as Swift, Kotlin, Java, or Node.js/TypeScript.
• Collaboration: Strong collaboration skills and familiarity with standard Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) tools like Jira, Confluence, and version control systems like GitLab or GitHub.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience delivering production iOS/Android apps.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS) and cloud-based testing infrastructures (e.g., SauceLabs).
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies, Docker, Kubernetes, Spinnaker, and continuous integration/delivery systems.
• Experience writing Gherkin syntax for automated test scenarios and developing advanced mocking mechanisms.

Why Join Us?

• Innovation: Work on groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms.
• Reach and Scale: Contribute to products and platforms that delight millions of consumers every day.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Location

This position is based in Santa Monica, California, and requires on-site work.

Compensation

The salary range for this position in Santa Monica is $112,600 to $151,000 per year. The base pay offered will consider 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 a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits.