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Lead Software Engineer, Video Platform Engineering

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Disney+ is the Disney-branded streaming service featuring an outstanding collection of content from its brands and franchises recognized and respected all over the world including Star Wars, Marvel, Pixar, Disney, and NatGeo. Hulu is a premium streaming service that offers premium originals, current season TV, a massive library of hit series and movies, and live television. Our combined Disney and Hulu team is looking for hardworking team players to join the Media Engineering team, who will thrive upon the legacy of Disney and Hulu, embrace unconventional thinking, and who are passionate about contributing to The Walt Disney Company's direct-to-consumer (DTC) experience through strategic hard work and determination.
Within the Disney Media Engineering Group, the Client Playback Platform team is seeking a Lead Software Developer who will be an exceptional addition to our team. As a member of our team, you will be working on best-in-class media streaming and advertising experiences in our Hulu/Disney+ apps. The right person for this role loves to code and debug hard problems, loves creating new experiences for passionate TV viewers, and loves working with others. If you are someone who enjoys working on projects that have millions of customers and enjoys having direct impact on their experiences, then this is a great role for you.
Responsibilities:

  • Work with other engineers to design, develop and maintain the code which drives our streaming media viewing experience.
  • Work closely with our team of UX designers, product managers and engineers around the globe to create best-of-class, delightful, TV-watching experiences.
  • Help redefine how we all engage with and consume video content in the living room.
  • Participate in design discussions, code reviews, and roadmap planning.


Basic Qualifications:

  • BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent experience
  • 8+ years experience as a developer
  • 4+ years working with video delivery.
  • Experience working with CMAF, DASH and HLS in a playback environment
  • Strong programming language skills; experience with C/C++
  • A strong grasp of computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, etc).


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Great communication and collaboration skills and a strong teamwork ethic.
  • Experience with Direct 3D or OpenGL or similar frameworks.
  • Experience developing for Playstation, Xbox, FireTV, or similar devices.
  • Experience with DRM technologies like Playready or Widevine.
  • Experience with Rust
  • Experience with Java or Objective C
  • Experience working with HTML5 Media Element
  • Experience with multichannel audio technologies like Dolby Digital or DTS


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The hiring range for this position is $ 181,100 to $ 209,700 per year, which factors in various geographic regions. 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.

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An Insider's view of The Walt Disney Company

How does the company support your career growth?

Over my 13 years with the company, I’ve had passionate leaders and colleagues with diverse backgrounds who have taught me and given me opportunities to expand into areas I never thought possible. You have the freedom to take career risks and apply your previous experience in ways you may not anticipate.

Chase

Product Management Director

What is your vision for the company?

Disney has always been at the heart of the evolution of the media industry, and technology is an essential part of that. The way that we tell and consume stories in the future is going to be completely different than it is today, and The Walt Disney Company is uniquely positioned to shape and create that future.

Jamie

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The Walt Disney Company Benefits Overview

Because our employees and cast members are at the heart of everything we do, Disney offers a competitive total rewards package that includes pay, health and savings benefits, time-off programs, educational opportunities and more. Together, these rewards make up a comprehensive package that help you live your best life, grow personally and professionally and take advantage of the special extras that only Disney can provide.

Eligibility for certain reward programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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