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Department Description At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company 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. The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence. Team Description: The Data Solutions & Products group is part of Enterprise Technology. We are responsible for designing and developing enterprise solutions and managing a diverse portfolio of products and tools related to Data, Analytics and Automation used by business teams across The Walt Disney Company. The Lead Data Platform Engineer position is one of the key technical leadership roles on the team. You will have the opportunity to be the Lead Engineer for major development projects related to data & analytics solutions and platforms. The first project this role will be responsible as the Lead Engineer for leading is the implementation of a Finance Data Layer-a data lakehouse that provides data to Finance systems and applications including an EPM system, BI reporting & analytics, and AI/ML applications. You will be working in a challenging, fast-paced, highly collaborative and rewarding environment, as a member of product and project teams that work closely with each other and with our business partners to deliver innovative and industry-leading business solutions. What You'll Do: Leading teams of developers (both Disney Cast Members and external vendors) in major software/data development projects. Designing and developing highly scalable, distributed enterprise data platform solutions. Design, develop and implement scalable distributed enterprise data platform solutions, focusing on multi-cluster warehousing, data sharing, and optimized storage. Write code that establishes and enhances frameworks and design proof of concepts, and review code for correctness, and its impact on software architecture. Lead the development of high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like dbt, Python, Airflow and more to integrate diverse data sources. Provide mentorship and direction to more junior software engineers on the team; serve as an advanced resources for other engineers on the team. Being the ongoing technical lead for data platform products (post-implementation)-leading engineering support for the production platform, leading ongoing enhancement projects, guiding technical product roadmap Partner with Data Science, Analytics, and Product teams to ensure the platform meets evolving business requirements. Establish standards for data modeling (Vault, Star Schema), security (RBAC), and data quality frameworks. Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate well to both technical and business audiences Strong collaboration skills Required Qualifications & Skills: 7+ years of professional programming and design experience in Scala, Java, Python etc.; demonstrated experience designing and developing enterprise data solutions and platforms Demonstrated experience leading engineering initiatives on major software and data development projects Experience with medallion-based data Lakehouse architectures Experience with high-scale cloud data platforms and with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Expert knowledge of data integration, dimensional modeling and data warehousing techniques. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for data Proficiency in Java, SQL Experience with Snowflake Preferred Qualifications: Experience with enterprise data domains is preferred (especially Finance and HR data) Experience with AI/ML Experience with SAP Systems (S4, BW, HANA, BDC) Experience with EPM Systems (e.g. Oracle EPM) Experience with Data Governance Experience with Master Data Management Experience with BI tools Required Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience Master's Degree a Plus The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $155,700 - $208,700 per year and in Seattle, WA is $163,100 - $218,700 per year and in Orlando, FL is $148,300 - $190,200 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.

Role Location: This is an on-site role requiring 4 days in-person at designated office location. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Job Summary: The Production Platform Foundations team is a horizontal service team providing both tools and guidance across the organization for operations in AWS. We strive to act as a productivity multiplier, providing consulting and operational support to Application teams to help them drive their adoption of AWS services in conjunction with their existing infrastructure. We work closely with those groups to offer a 'cloud-native' perspective on application architecture, infrastructure, and deployment strategies. A Senior Software Engineer on the Cloud Account Management (CAM) team is a security-focused cloud engineer responsible for designing, building, and supporting automation and tooling initiatives that further enable secure, compliant, self-service ways of working for both the team and the developer base. In addition, this role will provide operational and technical guidance to Application Development (DevOps) teams that are utilizing the AWS environment at Disney Streaming. This position will report to the Engineering Manager and will interact with other Software Engineers in the Cloud Account Management (CAM) team What you'll be doing Write automation tools for your team and other internal teams to self-service, deploy, detect, alert, and mitigate in our AWS environments Build on AWS, including hands-on work with IAM, security policies, and cloud-native services Champion and execute best practices and security standards for operating in the cloud Troubleshoot and implement appropriate IAM permissions for user access and workloads running in AWS Provide guidance and recommendations to development teams on service design and deployments Own initiatives and contribute to future solution designs and planning Be a go-to technical resource on the team, spanning across levels and cross functional teams Monitor and work on inbound issues Qualifications: 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, or equivalent practical experience Strong Python development skills, you write production-quality code, not just scripts Experience with deployment and CI/CD tools - Terraform, GitHub Actions, Spinnaker, and Jenkins. Experience with platform engineering, primarily backend development using Python Experience developing APIs and designing database schemas Hands-on AWS Security/IAM administration and policy-creation experience for many users and workloads Familiarity with Docker and containerization concepts Experience with Unix/Linux systems Exhibit clear, succinct written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Taking a practical, collaborative approach when working with engineers. Familiarity with operational troubleshooting tools and techniques Nice to have, but not required Experience leveraging AI as a productivity multiplier AWS Certifications Experience supporting DevOps teams in mid-to-large-sized organizations, especially in multitenant environments Familiarity with SSL Certificate management Familiarity with general and AWS-specific networking concepts, including VPC constructs, Firewalling, and DNS The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA and Glendale, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year and in New York, NY and Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 per year and in San Francisco, CA is $155,400 to $208,400. 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.

Role Location: This is an on-site role requiring 4 days in-person at designated office location. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Job Summary: The Production Platform Foundations team is a horizontal service team providing both tools and guidance across the organization for operations in AWS. We strive to act as a productivity multiplier, providing consulting and operational support to Application teams to help them drive their adoption of AWS services in conjunction with their existing infrastructure. We work closely with those groups to offer a 'cloud-native' perspective on application architecture, infrastructure, and deployment strategies. A Senior Software Engineer on the Cloud Account Management (CAM) team is a security-focused cloud engineer responsible for designing, building, and supporting automation and tooling initiatives that further enable secure, compliant, self-service ways of working for both the team and the developer base. In addition, this role will provide operational and technical guidance to Application Development (DevOps) teams that are utilizing the AWS environment at Disney Streaming. This position will report to the Engineering Manager and will interact with other Software Engineers in the Cloud Account Management (CAM) team What you'll be doing Write automation tools for your team and other internal teams to self-service, deploy, detect, alert, and mitigate in our AWS environments Build on AWS, including hands-on work with IAM, security policies, and cloud-native services Champion and execute best practices and security standards for operating in the cloud Troubleshoot and implement appropriate IAM permissions for user access and workloads running in AWS Provide guidance and recommendations to development teams on service design and deployments Own initiatives and contribute to future solution designs and planning Be a go-to technical resource on the team, spanning across levels and cross functional teams Monitor and work on inbound issues Qualifications: 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, or equivalent practical experience Strong Python development skills, you write production-quality code, not just scripts Experience with deployment and CI/CD tools - Terraform, GitHub Actions, Spinnaker, and Jenkins. Experience with platform engineering, primarily backend development using Python Experience developing APIs and designing database schemas Hands-on AWS Security/IAM administration and policy-creation experience for many users and workloads Familiarity with Docker and containerization concepts Experience with Unix/Linux systems Exhibit clear, succinct written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Taking a practical, collaborative approach when working with engineers. Familiarity with operational troubleshooting tools and techniques Nice to have, but not required Experience leveraging AI as a productivity multiplier AWS Certifications Experience supporting DevOps teams in mid-to-large-sized organizations, especially in multitenant environments Familiarity with SSL Certificate management Familiarity with general and AWS-specific networking concepts, including VPC constructs, Firewalling, and DNS The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA and Glendale, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year and in New York, NY and Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 per year and in San Francisco, CA is $155,400 to $208,400. 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.

Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Ad Platforms is responsible for Disney's industry-leading ad technology and products - driving advertising performance, innovation, and value in Disney's sports, news, and entertainment content, across all media platforms. The research/AI team is the dedicated AI/ML and data science arm of the Ad Platform organization. Its mission is to advance AI and machine learning capabilities across Ad Platform by delivering scalable, high impact AI/ML and data science solutions that enhance ad decisioning, forecasting, experimentation and ad experience. We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to join this innovative team. This role is a critical leadership opportunity for a seasoned data science professional who thrives at the intersection of advanced analytics, machine learning, and business strategy. As a Lead Data Scientist, you will spearhead ML and data science initiatives that shape the future of advertising technology. You will support generative AI production development through rigorous evaluation and data generation pipelines. You will be responsible for designing and executing ML and data science solutions that drive measurable impact across ad decisioning, forecasting, experimentation, and user experience optimization, as well leading evaluation and optimization of generative AI mixed media advertisement creation and enhancement technologies. WHAT YOU'LL DO Drive innovation and apply data science and statistical analysis in a variety of areas to enhance every aspect of advertising serving, including inventory forecasting, ad experience, ad pacing, pricing, targeting, advertising creation and enhancement, and efficient ad delivery. Translate business questions into data science framework; develop data analysis and data models for complex ad challenges with fast turnaround. Develop rigorous evaluation pipelines for generative AI technologies, including visual generations (image, video) and/or LLM-based agentic generations. Define and evaluate key metrics in various product areas. Partner closely with generative AI specialists to support the creation of datasets for generative AI modeling applications. Develop Standard Operating Procedures for human-driven evaluations or labeling. Deliver data insights and provide data-driven recommendations to cross-team stakeholders. Design and analyze A/B tests for machine learning algorithm iterations. Establish strong partnership with stakeholders, including product managers, engineers and program managers, in a collaborative environment. Mentor team members and support their technical growth. WHAT TO BRING Bachelor's in computer science, statistics or equivalent experience At least 7 years of relevant industry experience in data science at leading internet or creative technology companies. Experience in the advertising domain is a strong bonus. Experience creating ML datasets and rigorous dataset labeling or evaluation processes for models. Strong interest to learn about generative mixed media, generative video, and diffusion-based technology. Solid knowledge of data science and statistics. Strong communication skills and business acumen. Proficient in SQL, Python, Java, or R. Familiar with Tableau, and/or other visualization tools. Experience designing and building machine learning models. Passionate about understanding the ad business, applying data science to relevant business scenarios, and seeking innovation opportunities to enhance business effectiveness. Interested in supporting rapid prototyping, generative AI, and creative technologies, including applications to advertisement creation and enhancement. Experienced building data-driven services and applications for production. A proven track record of thriving in a fast-paced, data-driven, and collaborative work environment is required. NICE-TO-HAVES MS or PhD in computer science, statistics or equivalent experience Experience in digital video advertising or digital marketing domain Experience in production-grade development, rapid prototyping, or generative AI related research using LLMs, generative imagery or video, or agentic flows. Otherwise a strong interest to learn. Experience with Airflow, data warehouse, Databricks or Sagemaker. The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA area is $155,700 - $208,700 per year and Seattle Area is $163,100 - $218,700. 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.

About the Role & Team: Walt Disney Imagineering makes the impossible possible, by combining innovation and storytelling to bring Disney stories, characters, and worlds to life. Imagineering is the master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management, and research and development arm of The Walt Disney Company. Its talented Imagineers are responsible for the creation - from concept initiation through installation - of all Disney Resorts, theme parks and attractions, real estate developments, regional entertainment venues, and new media projects. Disney Imagineers are uniquely talented individuals who bring together the best aspects of creativity, innovation, and passion. At Imagineering Research and Development, our mission is to use technology to build new experiences for our Guests and new tools for Imagineers and the Cast Members who power our parks. R&D is a team of engineers, designers, artists, and scientists who share a passion for solving hard problems and building ground-breaking experiences. As the Estimating and Scope Management Tech Lead, you are the senior individual contributor and technical anchor for these capabilities. You set the technical direction, drive execution alongside our partner teams, and elevate the engineers around you. You think in user problems first: the Imagineers using these tools are the people across the table, not tickets in a backlog. This role reports to the Manager, Software Development and partners closely with product managers, project managers, and business stakeholders. This role will report directly to the Sr. Manager of Software Development. This is a Full-Time role. What You Will Do • Own the technical direction - architecture, design choices, and integration strategy. • Lead delivery end-to-end - find the real problem underneath the stated one, prove feasibility fast, and ship what's worth shipping. Estimate, plan, design, implement, and close out software work for assigned scope, balancing evolving requirements against fixed budgets and schedules. • Build and maintain whole feature sets - from desktop and web applications through cloud-scale services and the data pipelines that connect them. • Partner across the Studio - translate product and business needs into technical requirements with product managers, project leads, and partner engineering teams; communicate trade-offs and risk early. • Set the engineering bar - lead code reviews, define and uphold standards and processes within the portfolio and contribute to studio-wide practice. • Build at the frontier - stay current on the tools changing how software gets made (AI-assisted development, modern data platforms, new frameworks), and bring what works back to the team. Required Qualifications & Skills • 8+ years of professional software development experience, with a demonstrated track record of leading technical work. • Strong proficiency in one or more modern languages (e.g., TypeScript, C#, Python, Java, JavaScript). • Working knowledge of CI/CD, infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform), containerization (Docker), AWS, and observability tooling (e.g., Datadog, Splunk). • Experience designing and operating full-stack systems in the cloud, with sound instincts for security, performance, and reliability. • Fluency with modern engineering practice - version control, code review, automated testing, and workflow tooling (Git, GitLab, GitHub, JIRA, Jenkins). • Excellent written and verbal communication, including the ability to document decisions and explain technical trade-offs to non-engineering partners. • Willingness to travel occasionally on behalf of the company. Preferred Qualifications • Experience building software for estimating, project controls, or other business-critical domains. • Depth in data modeling, ETL/data pipelines, and warehouse technologies (e.g., Snowflake). • Familiarity with reactive front-end frameworks (Vue.js preferred) and full-stack TypeScript/Node.js. • Experience integrating or extending vendor SaaS platforms and managing technical aspects of vendor relationships. • Proficiency with AI-assisted development workflows and tooling (e.g., Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code). Education • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field Required. Additional Information: Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at . The hiring range for this position in Orlando, FL is $148,300.00-$198,800.00 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.

Department Description At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company 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. The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence. Team Description: The Data Solutions & Products group is part of Enterprise Technology. We are responsible for designing and developing enterprise solutions and managing a diverse portfolio of products and tools related to Data, Analytics and Automation used by business teams across The Walt Disney Company. The Lead Data Platform Engineer position is one of the key technical leadership roles on the team. You will have the opportunity to be the Lead Engineer for major development projects related to data & analytics solutions and platforms. The first project this role will be responsible as the Lead Engineer for leading is the implementation of a Finance Data Layer-a data lakehouse that provides data to Finance systems and applications including an EPM system, BI reporting & analytics, and AI/ML applications. You will be working in a challenging, fast-paced, highly collaborative and rewarding environment, as a member of product and project teams that work closely with each other and with our business partners to deliver innovative and industry-leading business solutions. What You'll Do: Leading teams of developers (both Disney Cast Members and external vendors) in major software/data development projects. Designing and developing highly scalable, distributed enterprise data platform solutions. Design, develop and implement scalable distributed enterprise data platform solutions, focusing on multi-cluster warehousing, data sharing, and optimized storage. Write code that establishes and enhances frameworks and design proof of concepts, and review code for correctness, and its impact on software architecture. Lead the development of high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like dbt, Python, Airflow and more to integrate diverse data sources. Provide mentorship and direction to more junior software engineers on the team; serve as an advanced resources for other engineers on the team. Being the ongoing technical lead for data platform products (post-implementation)-leading engineering support for the production platform, leading ongoing enhancement projects, guiding technical product roadmap Partner with Data Science, Analytics, and Product teams to ensure the platform meets evolving business requirements. Establish standards for data modeling (Vault, Star Schema), security (RBAC), and data quality frameworks. Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate well to both technical and business audiences Strong collaboration skills Required Qualifications & Skills: 7+ years of professional programming and design experience in Scala, Java, Python etc.; demonstrated experience designing and developing enterprise data solutions and platforms Demonstrated experience leading engineering initiatives on major software and data development projects Experience with medallion-based data Lakehouse architectures Experience with high-scale cloud data platforms and with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Expert knowledge of data integration, dimensional modeling and data warehousing techniques. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for data Proficiency in Java, SQL Experience with Snowflake Preferred Qualifications: Experience with enterprise data domains is preferred (especially Finance and HR data) Experience with AI/ML Experience with SAP Systems (S4, BW, HANA, BDC) Experience with EPM Systems (e.g. Oracle EPM) Experience with Data Governance Experience with Master Data Management Experience with BI tools Required Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience Master's Degree a Plus The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $155,700 - $208,700 per year and in Seattle, WA is $163,100 - $218,700 per year and in Orlando, FL is $148,300 - $190,200 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.

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. The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence. The Global Information Security (GIS) organization strives to secure the magic by employing best-in-class services to assess, prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats that present risk to The Walt Disney Company. We enable the business by integrating enterprise and business segment-specific supported services to create a robust, efficient, and adaptable cybersecurity program. Our key objectives are to: Secure the Magic by protecting information systems and platforms. Reduce Risk by proactively assessing, preventing, and detecting to prevent harm to the Company and our Guests. Strengthen the business through optimizing execution, application, and technology used to protect the Company. Innovate by investing in core capabilities to enhance operational efficiency. Team Description: Global Information Security (GIS) supports all of Disney's business segments, including Disney Entertainment & ESPN (DE&E). DE&E encompasses the operations of Disney's streaming services-Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ -as well as Disney's broadcast and cable networks, including ABC, ESPN, FX, Disney Channels, and National Geographic. DE&E sits at the intersection of entertainment, sports, and technology, striving to connect viewers with beloved stories while advancing the streaming industry with consumer-first innovations. Security professionals supporting DE&E work with industry-leading technologies to deliver world-class, highly secure services to customers. What You'll Do: We are seeking a Sr Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain internal applications and integrations that enhance the organization's core cybersecurity operations. This role bridges security engineering and software development, focusing on automating compliance, improving risk visibility, and accelerating security workflows through infrastructure-as-code and AI-driven modeling. This role will work closely with compliance analysts, infrastructure teams, and service owners across the enterprise to develop secure, scalable solutions supporting continuous compliance, risk modeling, and operational visibility. Design and develop internal cybersecurity tools and services to support compliance, visibility and risk modeling functions. Build and maintain integrations between legacy, in-house, and cloud-based systems using APIs and SDKs. Implement and manage IaC frameworks to automate security configuration and auditing workflows. Collaborate with compliance teams to translate audit and control requirements (SOX, PCI, etc.) into code-based solutions and enhancements in existing applications. Contribute to data ingestion and analytics pipelines that improve visibility across cloud and on-prem environments. Develop AI/ML models to assist with automated risk categorization, configuration detection, or control validation. Work with DevOps and Security Engineering to maintain consistent RBAC, IAM, and policy enforcement across multi-cloud and Kubernetes environments. Build, document, and maintain runbooks specific to internal APIs, service architecture, and developed frameworks. Stay up to date on cybersecurity trends, industry standards (ISO, NIST, CIS), and regulatory requirements. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers and analysts, ensuring secure design and operational excellence. Required Qualifications & Skills: Minimum of 5 + years of experience in software development Experience with modern security tooling, DevSecOps , and AI/ML in cybersecurity Required Knowledge of: AWS: IAM, RBAC modeling, API and SDK-based resource discovery, Systems Manager (SSM) Git & GitHub: version control, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines Linux: security models, permissions, and bash scripting SQL: relational data modeling, queries, and integration with back-end systems Programming Languages: Python, C#, and/or Ruby Infrastructure as Code: Terraform Understanding of: Databases: user permission models for MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Couchbase, and MemSQL Operating Environments: on-premises, cloud, and Kubernetes-based systems Identity Systems: Active Directory, LDAP, Okta; user lifecycle management and directory integrations Configuration & Deployment Tools: Helm and Salt Security Frameworks: developing control-based automation and integrating security telemetry into compliance and risk modeling functions Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Scala and/or Golang Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex distributed environments Ability to translate security and compliance requirements into technical solutions Excellent collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams Strong sense of ownership and accountability for secure, maintainable code Relevant security certifications such as OSCP, ISC2 CISSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, SANS, CEH, etc. are a major plus. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Information Systems, Software, Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year, in Orlando, FL is $135,200 - $181,200, and in Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 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.

Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Product Engineering is a unified team responsible for the engineering of Disney Entertainment & ESPN digital and streaming products and platforms. This includes product engineering, media engineering, quality assurance, engineering behind personalization, commerce, lifecycle, and identity. Job Summary: As a Senior Software Engineer on the Build Tooling Software team within Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology (DEET), you'll develop and support mission-critical infrastructure, custom tools, and shared libraries that allow application teams to quickly and dependably deliver software to their customers. We're responsible for making sure 1000s of engineers and 100s of teams can get their software into production quickly, reliably and safely. We're looking for an engineer with over 8 years hands-on experience in software development with an understanding of CI/CD processes and tools and a desire to learn more. Responsibilities: Work with a team of engineers building software in a collaborative software development process to achieve the teams' goals Build and maintain software to abstract build, release, and deploy events for use by dozens of development organizations Understand the needs of the 1000s of developers that use our software and actively and measurably improve their experience Work directly with app development teams to determine needs and implement CI/CD best practices Lead the development of critical features ensuring they meet user needs and fit for purpose Support critical build and artifact storage systems for the entire organization Participate in the on-call rotation, supporting systems and services during production incidents Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience Proficiency in at least one modern programming language, such as Python, Java, C++, C, C#, etc. Familiarity with scripting in Bash / Powershell Understanding of a modern collaborative SDLC and experience with a variety of workflows, processes and techniques, i.e.: Scrum, Kanban, GitOps, Monorepos, Micro Services, Feature Flagging, etc Experience working with version-controlled environments and CI/CD workflows. Proficiency in setting up and maintaining pipelines with at least one of: GitLab CI GitHub Actions TeamCity Jenkins Argo SonarQube (for code quality and scanning) In-depth knowledge of Linux: File systems, user and group management, process control, permission schemes. SSH key management and secure shell operations. Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS core services i.e. EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch, etc. Understanding of the wider AWS ecosystem and knowledge of other cloud providers desirable Containers & Orchestration: Docker: Experience building, running, and debugging containerized applications. Kubernetes and Helm: Operational knowledge of deploying workloads via manifests or Helm charts. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Experience provisioning and managing infrastructure using through code and configuration using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, etc Familiarity with AI tooling within the software development lifecycle and how to effectively integrate and utilize these tools to enhance development processes Ability to effectively collaborate with remote team members Excellent written and verbal communication skills BA/BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical experience The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, California is $141,900 to $190,300 per year and in New York, NY is $148,700 to $199,400 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.

Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Product Engineering is a unified team responsible for the engineering of Disney Entertainment & ESPN digital and streaming products and platforms. This includes product engineering, media engineering, quality assurance, engineering behind personalization, commerce, lifecycle, and identity. Job Summary: As a Senior Software Engineer on the Build Tooling Infrastructure team at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Product & Technology (DEEPT), you will design and develop custom tools and maintain mission-critical infrastructure that enables application teams to deliver software quickly and reliably. Our team manages all aspects of CI tooling for DEET, including version control, CI servers, artifact storage, and cross-environment secrets management. We're seeking a mid-level engineer with a solid foundation in CI/CD processes and tools and a strong desire to grow and learn. Responsibilities: Collaborate with a team of engineers in a shared development process Build and maintain pipeline libraries that abstract build, release, and deployment events for use across multiple development organizations Partner with application development teams to identify needs and implement CI/CD best practices Support critical deployment systems used organization-wide Participate in code reviews by providing constructive feedback on pull requests Join the on-call rotation to support systems and services during production incidents Author technical proposals and contribute to root cause analyses Basic Qualifications: 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, including at least 3 years focused on CI/CD or DevOps infrastructure Extensive hands-on experience administering Jenkins, Vault, Github, etc. and developing complex CI/CD pipelines Proficiency in writing custom build files using Gradle and/or sbt Strong understanding of Docker and familiarity with container orchestration platforms such as Amazon ECS or Kubernetes Solid programming experience in Python, Groovy, or Java Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems and resolve issues efficiently Hands-on experience with AWS infrastructure provisioning using CloudFormation Strong collaboration skills, including experience working effectively with distributed teams Excellent written and verbal communication skills Thorough understanding of source control concepts and practical experience with Git Proven ability to proactively identify and implement improvements in software and tooling BA/BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical experience Preferred Qualifications: Experience with application performance monitoring tools such as New Relic or Datadog Programming experience with Java or Go Working knowledge of GitOps principles and workflows The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA and Glendale, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year and in New York, NY and Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 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.

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. The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence. The Global Information Security (GIS) organization strives to secure the magic by employing best-in-class services to assess, prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats that present risk to The Walt Disney Company. We enable the business by integrating enterprise and business segment-specific supported services to create a robust, efficient, and adaptable cybersecurity program. Our key objectives are to: Secure the Magic by protecting information systems and platforms. Reduce Risk by proactively assessing, preventing, and detecting to prevent harm to the Company and our Guests. Strengthen the business through optimizing execution, application, and technology used to protect the Company. Innovate by investing in core capabilities to enhance operational efficiency. Team Description: Global Information Security (GIS) supports all of Disney's business segments, including Disney Entertainment & ESPN (DE&E). DE&E encompasses the operations of Disney's streaming services-Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ -as well as Disney's broadcast and cable networks, including ABC, ESPN, FX, Disney Channels, and National Geographic. DE&E sits at the intersection of entertainment, sports, and technology, striving to connect viewers with beloved stories while advancing the streaming industry with consumer-first innovations. Security professionals supporting DE&E work with industry-leading technologies to deliver world-class, highly secure services to customers. What You'll Do: We are seeking a Sr Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain internal applications and integrations that enhance the organization's core cybersecurity operations. This role bridges security engineering and software development, focusing on automating compliance, improving risk visibility, and accelerating security workflows through infrastructure-as-code and AI-driven modeling. This role will work closely with compliance analysts, infrastructure teams, and service owners across the enterprise to develop secure, scalable solutions supporting continuous compliance, risk modeling, and operational visibility. Design and develop internal cybersecurity tools and services to support compliance, visibility and risk modeling functions. Build and maintain integrations between legacy, in-house, and cloud-based systems using APIs and SDKs. Implement and manage IaC frameworks to automate security configuration and auditing workflows. Collaborate with compliance teams to translate audit and control requirements (SOX, PCI, etc.) into code-based solutions and enhancements in existing applications. Contribute to data ingestion and analytics pipelines that improve visibility across cloud and on-prem environments. Develop AI/ML models to assist with automated risk categorization, configuration detection, or control validation. Work with DevOps and Security Engineering to maintain consistent RBAC, IAM, and policy enforcement across multi-cloud and Kubernetes environments. Build, document, and maintain runbooks specific to internal APIs, service architecture, and developed frameworks. Stay up to date on cybersecurity trends, industry standards (ISO, NIST, CIS), and regulatory requirements. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers and analysts, ensuring secure design and operational excellence. Required Qualifications & Skills: Minimum of 5 + years of experience in software development Experience with modern security tooling, DevSecOps , and AI/ML in cybersecurity Required Knowledge of: AWS: IAM, RBAC modeling, API and SDK-based resource discovery, Systems Manager (SSM) Git & GitHub: version control, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines Linux: security models, permissions, and bash scripting SQL: relational data modeling, queries, and integration with back-end systems Programming Languages: Python, C#, and/or Ruby Infrastructure as Code: Terraform Understanding of: Databases: user permission models for MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Couchbase, and MemSQL Operating Environments: on-premises, cloud, and Kubernetes-based systems Identity Systems: Active Directory, LDAP, Okta; user lifecycle management and directory integrations Configuration & Deployment Tools: Helm and Salt Security Frameworks: developing control-based automation and integrating security telemetry into compliance and risk modeling functions Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Scala and/or Golang Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex distributed environments Ability to translate security and compliance requirements into technical solutions Excellent collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams Strong sense of ownership and accountability for secure, maintainable code Relevant security certifications such as OSCP, ISC2 CISSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, SANS, CEH, etc. are a major plus. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Information Systems, Software, Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year, in Orlando, FL is $135,200 - $181,200, and in Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 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.

Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Product Engineering is a unified team responsible for the engineering of Disney Entertainment & ESPN digital and streaming products and platforms. This includes product engineering, media engineering, quality assurance, engineering behind personalization, commerce, lifecycle, and identity. Job Summary: As a Senior Software Engineer on the Build Tooling Software team within Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology (DEET), you'll develop and support mission-critical infrastructure, custom tools, and shared libraries that allow application teams to quickly and dependably deliver software to their customers. We're responsible for making sure 1000s of engineers and 100s of teams can get their software into production quickly, reliably and safely. We're looking for an engineer with over 8 years hands-on experience in software development with an understanding of CI/CD processes and tools and a desire to learn more. Responsibilities: Work with a team of engineers building software in a collaborative software development process to achieve the teams' goals Build and maintain software to abstract build, release, and deploy events for use by dozens of development organizations Understand the needs of the 1000s of developers that use our software and actively and measurably improve their experience Work directly with app development teams to determine needs and implement CI/CD best practices Lead the development of critical features ensuring they meet user needs and fit for purpose Support critical build and artifact storage systems for the entire organization Participate in the on-call rotation, supporting systems and services during production incidents Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience Proficiency in at least one modern programming language, such as Python, Java, C++, C, C#, etc. Familiarity with scripting in Bash / Powershell Understanding of a modern collaborative SDLC and experience with a variety of workflows, processes and techniques, i.e.: Scrum, Kanban, GitOps, Monorepos, Micro Services, Feature Flagging, etc Experience working with version-controlled environments and CI/CD workflows. Proficiency in setting up and maintaining pipelines with at least one of: GitLab CI GitHub Actions TeamCity Jenkins Argo SonarQube (for code quality and scanning) In-depth knowledge of Linux: File systems, user and group management, process control, permission schemes. SSH key management and secure shell operations. Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS core services i.e. EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch, etc. Understanding of the wider AWS ecosystem and knowledge of other cloud providers desirable Containers & Orchestration: Docker: Experience building, running, and debugging containerized applications. Kubernetes and Helm: Operational knowledge of deploying workloads via manifests or Helm charts. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Experience provisioning and managing infrastructure using through code and configuration using tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, etc Familiarity with AI tooling within the software development lifecycle and how to effectively integrate and utilize these tools to enhance development processes Ability to effectively collaborate with remote team members Excellent written and verbal communication skills BA/BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical experience The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, California is $141,900 to $190,300 per year and in New York, NY is $148,700 to $199,400 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.

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Ad Platforms is responsible for Disney's industry-leading ad technology and products - driving advertising performance, innovation, and value in Disney's sports, news, and entertainment content, across all media platforms. Job Summary: As a Software Engineer, you will use your deep Salesforce CRM Analytics, scripting, DevOps, and data persistence skills to write and test code that delivers new features for our application portfolio. You will be an important part of a motivated team where we'll be looking for you to be a key contributor to collaborate on application architecture, code quality, and make sure we are building the right things for our users. We want someone that has grown up through the software development ranks - possessing 3 or more years' experience in designing and architecting highly scalable, secure, performant, and usable web applications using Salesforce and CRM Analytics. The ideal candidate would possess skills in Salesforce technology while having experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), coupled with hands on persistence and data streaming technology experience (Snowflake, Kafka). Experience with Python and Databricks is highly desirable. We would like you to be comfortable performing multiple roles. We strive to get things done quickly, with high quality, and we are committed to the agile methodology. Our work is guided by lean principles (looking at value and looking for waste; not doing anything 'for the sake of doing it'). We're looking for a passionate, impactful, engineer who wants to come here to do their very best work and make their mark, add their chapter to the long and storied history of The Walt Disney Company. Someone who holds themselves and their teammates accountable in a professional, collaborative manner. A collaborative technologist who seeks to bring the best out in themselves and those around them. Someone who can provide a fresh perspective and innovative insight to our initiatives. Responsibilities and Duties of the Role: KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Deliver software projects with high quality on time. Provide domain expertise and innovative solutions to complex business problems Collaborate with leads and contribute to software architectures which are robust, scalable, fault-tolerant, secured and cloud-native Possess Salesforce CRM Analytics solution design and implementation experience Reason logically and creatively, identifying problems, drawing valid conclusions from the data available, and develop effective solutions while applying creative thinking in the design and development of high performing web applications Stay up-to-date on the latest software development technologies and trends Contribute to code reviews and ensure that all code meets quality standards Deliver multiple projects utilizing an Agile methodology Take a high ownership, self-sufficient, hands-on position on the team to contribute and drive quality, maintain application stability Write complex programs, analyze code changes and suggest improvements Check-in valuable, clean and well-documented code on a daily basis that adds new features and capabilities Investigate and resolve any production issues from end user (UI) to persistence layer and work to prevent them Work with the team to make sure all project deliverables are on time and high quality Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure that software solutions align with business goals Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training: YOU MUST Hold a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Engineering, or another technical field Have 3+ years of experience in web application development or software engineering in a large enterprise environment using Salesforce and CRM Analytics platform Have Salesforce Certifications Be able to demonstrate significant experience working with relational databases, SQL and newer NoSQL data stores as well as event streaming platforms (Snowflake, Kafka) Have a strong interest in open source technology Possess good communication skills and enjoy mentoring and helping others to succeed as a team Care about your craft and have opinions about the "right" way to do things with technology PREFERRED EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/SKILLS Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technical discipline is highly desirable Experience in vibe coding and AI tools Previous work experience in Ad Platforms, Accounts Receivable and/or financial applications Experience working with vendor teams to deliver high quality results Knowledge of AWS managed services, performance testing and application profiling Strong curiosity about how Disney delivers the Magic and a desire to be a part of it The hiring range for this position in New York, NY is between $120,300 - $161,300 and Seattle, WA is between $120,300 - $161,300. 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.

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. The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence. The Global Information Security (GIS) organization strives to secure the magic by employing best-in-class services to assess, prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats that present risk to The Walt Disney Company. We enable the business by integrating enterprise and business segment-specific supported services to create a robust, efficient, and adaptable cybersecurity program. Our key objectives are to: Secure the Magic by protecting information systems and platforms. Reduce Risk by proactively assessing, preventing, and detecting to prevent harm to the Company and our Guests. Strengthen the business through optimizing execution, application, and technology used to protect the Company. Innovate by investing in core capabilities to enhance operational efficiency. Team Description: Global Information Security (GIS) supports all of Disney's business segments, including Disney Entertainment & ESPN (DE&E). DE&E encompasses the operations of Disney's streaming services-Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ -as well as Disney's broadcast and cable networks, including ABC, ESPN, FX, Disney Channels, and National Geographic. DE&E sits at the intersection of entertainment, sports, and technology, striving to connect viewers with beloved stories while advancing the streaming industry with consumer-first innovations. Security professionals supporting DE&E work with industry-leading technologies to deliver world-class, highly secure services to customers. What You'll Do: We are seeking a Sr Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain internal applications and integrations that enhance the organization's core cybersecurity operations. This role bridges security engineering and software development, focusing on automating compliance, improving risk visibility, and accelerating security workflows through infrastructure-as-code and AI-driven modeling. This role will work closely with compliance analysts, infrastructure teams, and service owners across the enterprise to develop secure, scalable solutions supporting continuous compliance, risk modeling, and operational visibility. Design and develop internal cybersecurity tools and services to support compliance, visibility and risk modeling functions. Build and maintain integrations between legacy, in-house, and cloud-based systems using APIs and SDKs. Implement and manage IaC frameworks to automate security configuration and auditing workflows. Collaborate with compliance teams to translate audit and control requirements (SOX, PCI, etc.) into code-based solutions and enhancements in existing applications. Contribute to data ingestion and analytics pipelines that improve visibility across cloud and on-prem environments. Develop AI/ML models to assist with automated risk categorization, configuration detection, or control validation. Work with DevOps and Security Engineering to maintain consistent RBAC, IAM, and policy enforcement across multi-cloud and Kubernetes environments. Build, document, and maintain runbooks specific to internal APIs, service architecture, and developed frameworks. Stay up to date on cybersecurity trends, industry standards (ISO, NIST, CIS), and regulatory requirements. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers and analysts, ensuring secure design and operational excellence. Required Qualifications & Skills: Minimum of 5 + years of experience in software development Experience with modern security tooling, DevSecOps , and AI/ML in cybersecurity Required Knowledge of: AWS: IAM, RBAC modeling, API and SDK-based resource discovery, Systems Manager (SSM) Git & GitHub: version control, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines Linux: security models, permissions, and bash scripting SQL: relational data modeling, queries, and integration with back-end systems Programming Languages: Python, C#, and/or Ruby Infrastructure as Code: Terraform Understanding of: Databases: user permission models for MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Couchbase, and MemSQL Operating Environments: on-premises, cloud, and Kubernetes-based systems Identity Systems: Active Directory, LDAP, Okta; user lifecycle management and directory integrations Configuration & Deployment Tools: Helm and Salt Security Frameworks: developing control-based automation and integrating security telemetry into compliance and risk modeling functions Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Scala and/or Golang Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex distributed environments Ability to translate security and compliance requirements into technical solutions Excellent collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams Strong sense of ownership and accountability for secure, maintainable code Relevant security certifications such as OSCP, ISC2 CISSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, SANS, CEH, etc. are a major plus. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Information Systems, Software, Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year, in Orlando, FL is $135,200 - $181,200, and in Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 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.

Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Ad Platforms is responsible for Disney's industry-leading ad technology and products - driving advertising performance, innovation, and value in Disney's sports, news, and entertainment content, across all media platforms. The research/AI team is the dedicated AI/ML and data science arm of the Ad Platform organization. Its mission is to advance AI and machine learning capabilities across Ad Platform by delivering scalable, high impact AI/ML and data science solutions that enhance ad decisioning, forecasting, experimentation and ad experience. We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to join this innovative team. This role is a critical leadership opportunity for a seasoned data science professional who thrives at the intersection of advanced analytics, machine learning, and business strategy. As a Lead Data Scientist, you will spearhead ML and data science initiatives that shape the future of advertising technology. You will support generative AI production development through rigorous evaluation and data generation pipelines. You will be responsible for designing and executing ML and data science solutions that drive measurable impact across ad decisioning, forecasting, experimentation, and user experience optimization, as well leading evaluation and optimization of generative AI mixed media advertisement creation and enhancement technologies. WHAT YOU'LL DO Drive innovation and apply data science and statistical analysis in a variety of areas to enhance every aspect of advertising serving, including inventory forecasting, ad experience, ad pacing, pricing, targeting, advertising creation and enhancement, and efficient ad delivery. Translate business questions into data science framework; develop data analysis and data models for complex ad challenges with fast turnaround. Develop rigorous evaluation pipelines for generative AI technologies, including visual generations (image, video) and/or LLM-based agentic generations. Define and evaluate key metrics in various product areas. Partner closely with generative AI specialists to support the creation of datasets for generative AI modeling applications. Develop Standard Operating Procedures for human-driven evaluations or labeling. Deliver data insights and provide data-driven recommendations to cross-team stakeholders. Design and analyze A/B tests for machine learning algorithm iterations. Establish strong partnership with stakeholders, including product managers, engineers and program managers, in a collaborative environment. Mentor team members and support their technical growth. WHAT TO BRING Bachelor's in computer science, statistics or equivalent experience At least 7 years of relevant industry experience in data science at leading internet or creative technology companies. Experience in the advertising domain is a strong bonus. Experience creating ML datasets and rigorous dataset labeling or evaluation processes for models. Strong interest to learn about generative mixed media, generative video, and diffusion-based technology. Solid knowledge of data science and statistics. Strong communication skills and business acumen. Proficient in SQL, Python, Java, or R. Familiar with Tableau, and/or other visualization tools. Experience designing and building machine learning models. Passionate about understanding the ad business, applying data science to relevant business scenarios, and seeking innovation opportunities to enhance business effectiveness. Interested in supporting rapid prototyping, generative AI, and creative technologies, including applications to advertisement creation and enhancement. Experienced building data-driven services and applications for production. A proven track record of thriving in a fast-paced, data-driven, and collaborative work environment is required. NICE-TO-HAVES MS or PhD in computer science, statistics or equivalent experience Experience in digital video advertising or digital marketing domain Experience in production-grade development, rapid prototyping, or generative AI related research using LLMs, generative imagery or video, or agentic flows. Otherwise a strong interest to learn. Experience with Airflow, data warehouse, Databricks or Sagemaker. The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA area is $155,700 - $208,700 per year and Seattle Area is $163,100 - $218,700. 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.

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. The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence. The Global Information Security (GIS) organization strives to secure the magic by employing best-in-class services to assess, prevent, detect, and respond to cyber threats that present risk to The Walt Disney Company. We enable the business by integrating enterprise and business segment-specific supported services to create a robust, efficient, and adaptable cybersecurity program. Our key objectives are to: Secure the Magic by protecting information systems and platforms. Reduce Risk by proactively assessing, preventing, and detecting to prevent harm to the Company and our Guests. Strengthen the business through optimizing execution, application, and technology used to protect the Company. Innovate by investing in core capabilities to enhance operational efficiency. Team Description: Global Information Security (GIS) supports all of Disney's business segments, including Disney Entertainment & ESPN (DE&E). DE&E encompasses the operations of Disney's streaming services-Disney+, Hulu, and ESPN+ -as well as Disney's broadcast and cable networks, including ABC, ESPN, FX, Disney Channels, and National Geographic. DE&E sits at the intersection of entertainment, sports, and technology, striving to connect viewers with beloved stories while advancing the streaming industry with consumer-first innovations. Security professionals supporting DE&E work with industry-leading technologies to deliver world-class, highly secure services to customers. What You'll Do: We are seeking a Sr Software Engineer to design, build, and maintain internal applications and integrations that enhance the organization's core cybersecurity operations. This role bridges security engineering and software development, focusing on automating compliance, improving risk visibility, and accelerating security workflows through infrastructure-as-code and AI-driven modeling. This role will work closely with compliance analysts, infrastructure teams, and service owners across the enterprise to develop secure, scalable solutions supporting continuous compliance, risk modeling, and operational visibility. Design and develop internal cybersecurity tools and services to support compliance, visibility and risk modeling functions. Build and maintain integrations between legacy, in-house, and cloud-based systems using APIs and SDKs. Implement and manage IaC frameworks to automate security configuration and auditing workflows. Collaborate with compliance teams to translate audit and control requirements (SOX, PCI, etc.) into code-based solutions and enhancements in existing applications. Contribute to data ingestion and analytics pipelines that improve visibility across cloud and on-prem environments. Develop AI/ML models to assist with automated risk categorization, configuration detection, or control validation. Work with DevOps and Security Engineering to maintain consistent RBAC, IAM, and policy enforcement across multi-cloud and Kubernetes environments. Build, document, and maintain runbooks specific to internal APIs, service architecture, and developed frameworks. Stay up to date on cybersecurity trends, industry standards (ISO, NIST, CIS), and regulatory requirements. Provide mentorship and technical guidance to engineers and analysts, ensuring secure design and operational excellence. Required Qualifications & Skills: Minimum of 5 + years of experience in software development Experience with modern security tooling, DevSecOps , and AI/ML in cybersecurity Required Knowledge of: AWS: IAM, RBAC modeling, API and SDK-based resource discovery, Systems Manager (SSM) Git & GitHub: version control, branching strategies, and CI/CD pipelines Linux: security models, permissions, and bash scripting SQL: relational data modeling, queries, and integration with back-end systems Programming Languages: Python, C#, and/or Ruby Infrastructure as Code: Terraform Understanding of: Databases: user permission models for MSSQL, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Couchbase, and MemSQL Operating Environments: on-premises, cloud, and Kubernetes-based systems Identity Systems: Active Directory, LDAP, Okta; user lifecycle management and directory integrations Configuration & Deployment Tools: Helm and Salt Security Frameworks: developing control-based automation and integrating security telemetry into compliance and risk modeling functions Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Scala and/or Golang Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex distributed environments Ability to translate security and compliance requirements into technical solutions Excellent collaboration and communication skills with cross-functional teams Strong sense of ownership and accountability for secure, maintainable code Relevant security certifications such as OSCP, ISC2 CISSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, SANS, CEH, etc. are a major plus. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science , Information Systems, Software, Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year, in Orlando, FL is $135,200 - $181,200, and in Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 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.

Job Title: Intern - Information Technology Location: Onsite listed in the job posting. Internship Program Duration : September 14, 2026 - November 20, 2026 Pay: $20 Summary Our 10-week internship offers a comprehensive and immersive experience for students interested in gaining practical knowledge and skills in the banking industry. Each week, you will be exposed to different leaders and aspects of the line of business. You will have the opportunity to complete projects that will help you understand the day-to-day operations of a bank and develop a well-rounded skillset. Additionally, you will have the chance to receive guidance from experienced professionals in the field, participate in meetings, and network with other interns and associates. By the end of the program, you will have gained valuable insights, built a solid foundation in banking practices, and potentially set the stage for future career opportunities at First Horizon. Work schedule and number of hours worked per week (minimum: 15 - 25 hours) are flexible, within normal business hours. The Intern will learn and assist with the day-to-day duties of One-to-Many technology teams, which could include: Documenting project deliverables which could include triage and research. Supporting cloud-based analytics and reporting initiatives using tools such as Azure or other cloud services. Gathering and analyzing data for technology KPIs which could also include directory monitoring. Collaborating with business and other technology partners Technology potential areas of work include Emerging Technology, Digital Banking, Commercial Specialty, Core Banking Applications, Infrastructure, Technology Business Office, Data & Cloud, or Information Security Performing all other duties as assigned Qualifications Full-time undergraduate student with anticipated graduation date between December 2026 and May 2028 GPA of 2.75 or above Strong interest in computer science and problem solving Resourcefulness, team-oriented, enthusiastic Demonstrated leadership and self-development (work or campus) Ability to interface and network with people at all levels of an organization Strong communication and collaboration skills Strategic and critical thinking skills Computer and Office Equipment Skills Microsoft Office Suite to include word and excel .net, Java or Python computer programming knowledge is a plus Basic to intermediate experience in SQL Familiarity with Azure cloud services Exposure to AI Development Active Directory and directory focused documentation General understanding of APIs, cloud technologies, or software development lifecycle is a plus Familiar with Jira and Agile About Us First Horizon Corporation is a leading regional financial services company, dedicated to helping our clients, communities and associates unlock their full potential with capital and counsel. Headquartered in Memphis, TN, the banking subsidiary First Horizon Bank operates in 12 states across the southern U.S. The Company and its subsidiaries offer commercial, private banking, consumer, small business, wealth and trust management, retail brokerage, capital markets, fixed income, and mortgage banking services. First Horizon has been recognized as one of the nation's best employers by Fortune and Forbes magazines and a Top 10 Most Reputable U.S. Bank. More information is available at . Benefit Highlights • Medical with wellness incentives, dental, and vision • HSA with company match • Maternity and parental leave • Tuition reimbursement • Mentor program • 401(k) with 6% match • More Follow Us Facebook X formerly Twitter LinkedIn Instagram YouTube

Role Location: This is an on-site role requiring 4 days in-person at designated office location. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Job Summary: The Production Platform Foundations team is a horizontal service team providing both tools and guidance across the organization for operations in AWS. We strive to act as a productivity multiplier, providing consulting and operational support to Application teams to help them drive their adoption of AWS services in conjunction with their existing infrastructure. We work closely with those groups to offer a 'cloud-native' perspective on application architecture, infrastructure, and deployment strategies. A Senior Software Engineer on the Cloud Account Management (CAM) team is a security-focused cloud engineer responsible for designing, building, and supporting automation and tooling initiatives that further enable secure, compliant, self-service ways of working for both the team and the developer base. In addition, this role will provide operational and technical guidance to Application Development (DevOps) teams that are utilizing the AWS environment at Disney Streaming. This position will report to the Engineering Manager and will interact with other Software Engineers in the Cloud Account Management (CAM) team What you'll be doing Write automation tools for your team and other internal teams to self-service, deploy, detect, alert, and mitigate in our AWS environments Build on AWS, including hands-on work with IAM, security policies, and cloud-native services Champion and execute best practices and security standards for operating in the cloud Troubleshoot and implement appropriate IAM permissions for user access and workloads running in AWS Provide guidance and recommendations to development teams on service design and deployments Own initiatives and contribute to future solution designs and planning Be a go-to technical resource on the team, spanning across levels and cross functional teams Monitor and work on inbound issues Qualifications: 5+ years of professional software engineering experience, or equivalent practical experience Strong Python development skills, you write production-quality code, not just scripts Experience with deployment and CI/CD tools - Terraform, GitHub Actions, Spinnaker, and Jenkins. Experience with platform engineering, primarily backend development using Python Experience developing APIs and designing database schemas Hands-on AWS Security/IAM administration and policy-creation experience for many users and workloads Familiarity with Docker and containerization concepts Experience with Unix/Linux systems Exhibit clear, succinct written and verbal communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Taking a practical, collaborative approach when working with engineers. Familiarity with operational troubleshooting tools and techniques Nice to have, but not required Experience leveraging AI as a productivity multiplier AWS Certifications Experience supporting DevOps teams in mid-to-large-sized organizations, especially in multitenant environments Familiarity with SSL Certificate management Familiarity with general and AWS-specific networking concepts, including VPC constructs, Firewalling, and DNS The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA and Glendale, CA is $141,900 to $190,300 per year and in New York, NY and Seattle, WA is $148,700 to $199,400 per year and in San Francisco, CA is $155,400 to $208,400. 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 is a 18 month project hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement. At Disney Experiences Technology, we design and deliver more than 400 digital and physical products that bring Disney stories to life in unexpected ways. From theme parks and resorts to cruise ships and beyond, our global team of technologists, designers, and innovators creates seamless, immersive experiences that delight millions of Guests and Cast Members around the world. The Disney Signature Experiences and Data team delivers innovative technology solutions across Disney Cruise Line, Disney Vacation Club, and our global Adventures by Disney and National Geographic Expeditions tour businesses. We support Guest and Crew experiences, enable commercial growth through digital platforms, and lead the segment's data strategy. With a strong focus on reliability, scalability, and strategic expansion, we build the systems that support immersive experiences and unlock new opportunities for growth. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Product Management, Emerging Businesses. Responsibilities Define and deliver against guest and business needs. Serve as a business facing contact for cross-functional partners on the Storyliving by Disney business. Collaborate with other Disney Experiences Tech & Digital teams to ensure alignment with product standards. Stay abreast of the latest technology trends to find strategic opportunities to use innovation to solve business problems. Basic Qualifications: Minimum of 3+ years of product management or related work experience. Experience identifying, defining, and/or addressing technical, user and business issues in a fast-moving organization Proven ability to collaborate with and achieve results across large matrixed organizations, plus the ability to build strong and balanced Exceptional verbal and written communication skills across all levels, including the ability to lead stakeholder requirements sessions Experience collaborating with and achieving applicable results through others and the capability to interact and influence people over whom you do not have direct authority Ability to think strategically and drive ideas into action with a willingness to take personal initiative Experience handling multiple high-priority, high-visibility work streams simultaneously and ability to quickly adapt to shifting priorities Ability to be flexible and willing to tweak and fine-tune documentation and processes as business needs evolve, with a focus on continuous improvement Experience with Agile software development methodology and all phases of software development life cycle Has led small to medium digital and technology projects, including collaborating on estimates, scope, and plans Preferred Qualifications: Experience enhancing product workflows using agentic AI and tools such as Cursor, Claude, and Copilot. Experience working with Disney digital platforms, including Adventures by Disney and National Geographic Expeditions website, Seaware, and/or Quickbase. Strong understanding of consumer product experience design, with the ability to build solutions that support target user groups. Experience evaluating emerging technology solutions and companies for fit and viability against use cases. Experience with Confluence, Jira, Miro, Microsoft Tools (including Sharepoint) and Smartsheet. Experience with Content Management systems. Highly professional, organized, inquisitive, and extremely detail-oriented. Experience communicating across the broader organizations through various mediums (i.e. presentations, email, formal/informal meetings). Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive thinker with the ability to thrive in an often ambiguous, fast paced environment. Working knowledge of markets, products, and competitive landscape (including ability to predict and explain current/future trends), and the ability to translate (both verbally and in writing) technologies into business value. Strong analytical and financial skills. Experience evaluating emerging technology solutions, including AI, and companies for fit and viability against use cases. Required Education Bachelor's degree in relevant field of study required. Graduate degree preferred. The hiring range for this position in Celebration, FL is $111,900 to $150,000 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.

Technology is at the heart of Disney's past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more - all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney's media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company's media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you'd love working here: Building the future of Disney's media: Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact: More than ever, Disney's technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company's brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News and many more. These products and brands - and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry - matter to millions of people globally. Innovation: We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Ad Platforms is responsible for Disney's industry-leading ad technology and products - driving advertising performance, innovation, and value in Disney's sports, news, and entertainment content, across all media platforms. The research/AI team is the dedicated AI/ML and data science arm of the Ad Platform organization. Its mission is to advance AI and machine learning capabilities across Ad Platform by delivering scalable, high impact AI/ML and data science solutions that enhance ad decisioning, forecasting, experimentation and ad experience. We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to join this innovative team. This role is a critical leadership opportunity for a seasoned data science professional who thrives at the intersection of advanced analytics, machine learning, and business strategy. As a Lead Data Scientist, you will spearhead ML and data science initiatives that shape the future of advertising technology. You will support generative AI production development through rigorous evaluation and data generation pipelines. You will be responsible for designing and executing ML and data science solutions that drive measurable impact across ad decisioning, forecasting, experimentation, and user experience optimization, as well leading evaluation and optimization of generative AI mixed media advertisement creation and enhancement technologies. WHAT YOU'LL DO Drive innovation and apply data science and statistical analysis in a variety of areas to enhance every aspect of advertising serving, including inventory forecasting, ad experience, ad pacing, pricing, targeting, advertising creation and enhancement, and efficient ad delivery. Translate business questions into data science framework; develop data analysis and data models for complex ad challenges with fast turnaround. Develop rigorous evaluation pipelines for generative AI technologies, including visual generations (image, video) and/or LLM-based agentic generations. Define and evaluate key metrics in various product areas. Partner closely with generative AI specialists to support the creation of datasets for generative AI modeling applications. Develop Standard Operating Procedures for human-driven evaluations or labeling. Deliver data insights and provide data-driven recommendations to cross-team stakeholders. Design and analyze A/B tests for machine learning algorithm iterations. Establish strong partnership with stakeholders, including product managers, engineers and program managers, in a collaborative environment. Mentor team members and support their technical growth. WHAT TO BRING Bachelor's in computer science, statistics or equivalent experience At least 7 years of relevant industry experience in data science at leading internet or creative technology companies. Experience in the advertising domain is a strong bonus. Experience creating ML datasets and rigorous dataset labeling or evaluation processes for models. Strong interest to learn about generative mixed media, generative video, and diffusion-based technology. Solid knowledge of data science and statistics. Strong communication skills and business acumen. Proficient in SQL, Python, Java, or R. Familiar with Tableau, and/or other visualization tools. Experience designing and building machine learning models. Passionate about understanding the ad business, applying data science to relevant business scenarios, and seeking innovation opportunities to enhance business effectiveness. Interested in supporting rapid prototyping, generative AI, and creative technologies, including applications to advertisement creation and enhancement. Experienced building data-driven services and applications for production. A proven track record of thriving in a fast-paced, data-driven, and collaborative work environment is required. NICE-TO-HAVES MS or PhD in computer science, statistics or equivalent experience Experience in digital video advertising or digital marketing domain Experience in production-grade development, rapid prototyping, or generative AI related research using LLMs, generative imagery or video, or agentic flows. Otherwise a strong interest to learn. Experience with Airflow, data warehouse, Databricks or Sagemaker. The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA area is $155,700 - $208,700 per year and Seattle Area is $163,100 - $218,700. 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.

Department Description At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company 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. The Enterprise Technology mission is to deliver technology solutions that align to business strategies while enabling enterprise efficiency and promoting cross-company collaborative innovation. Our group drives competitive advantage by enhancing our consumer experiences, enabling business growth, and advancing operational excellence. Team Description: The Data Solutions & Products group is part of Enterprise Technology. We are responsible for designing and developing enterprise solutions and managing a diverse portfolio of products and tools related to Data, Analytics and Automation used by business teams across The Walt Disney Company. The Lead Data Platform Engineer position is one of the key technical leadership roles on the team. You will have the opportunity to be the Lead Engineer for major development projects related to data & analytics solutions and platforms. The first project this role will be responsible as the Lead Engineer for leading is the implementation of a Finance Data Layer-a data lakehouse that provides data to Finance systems and applications including an EPM system, BI reporting & analytics, and AI/ML applications. You will be working in a challenging, fast-paced, highly collaborative and rewarding environment, as a member of product and project teams that work closely with each other and with our business partners to deliver innovative and industry-leading business solutions. What You'll Do: Leading teams of developers (both Disney Cast Members and external vendors) in major software/data development projects. Designing and developing highly scalable, distributed enterprise data platform solutions. Design, develop and implement scalable distributed enterprise data platform solutions, focusing on multi-cluster warehousing, data sharing, and optimized storage. Write code that establishes and enhances frameworks and design proof of concepts, and review code for correctness, and its impact on software architecture. Lead the development of high-performance ETL/ELT pipelines using tools like dbt, Python, Airflow and more to integrate diverse data sources. Provide mentorship and direction to more junior software engineers on the team; serve as an advanced resources for other engineers on the team. Being the ongoing technical lead for data platform products (post-implementation)-leading engineering support for the production platform, leading ongoing enhancement projects, guiding technical product roadmap Partner with Data Science, Analytics, and Product teams to ensure the platform meets evolving business requirements. Establish standards for data modeling (Vault, Star Schema), security (RBAC), and data quality frameworks. Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate well to both technical and business audiences Strong collaboration skills Required Qualifications & Skills: 7+ years of professional programming and design experience in Scala, Java, Python etc.; demonstrated experience designing and developing enterprise data solutions and platforms Demonstrated experience leading engineering initiatives on major software and data development projects Experience with medallion-based data Lakehouse architectures Experience with high-scale cloud data platforms and with at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Expert knowledge of data integration, dimensional modeling and data warehousing techniques. Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines for data Proficiency in Java, SQL Experience with Snowflake Preferred Qualifications: Experience with enterprise data domains is preferred (especially Finance and HR data) Experience with AI/ML Experience with SAP Systems (S4, BW, HANA, BDC) Experience with EPM Systems (e.g. Oracle EPM) Experience with Data Governance Experience with Master Data Management Experience with BI tools Required Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience Master's Degree a Plus The hiring range for this position in Burbank, CA is $155,700 - $208,700 per year and in Seattle, WA is $163,100 - $218,700 per year and in Orlando, FL is $148,300 - $190,200 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.