Lead Software Engineer, iOS

Job ID 10102495 Location New York, New York, United States / Seattle, Washington, United States Business Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology Date posted Nov. 18, 2024

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Job Summary:

On any given day at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we’re reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the world’s most beloved stories while also transforming Disney’s media business for the future. Whether that’s evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney’s unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world.

A few reasons why we think you’d love working for Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology:

Building the future of Disney’s media business: DE&E Technologists are designing and building the infrastructure that will power Disney’s media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.
Reach & Scale: The products and platforms this group builds and operates delight millions of consumers every minute of every day – from Disney+ and Hulu, to ABC News and Entertainment, to ESPN and ESPN+, and much more.
Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

The Apple team responsible for building Disney+ is seeking a Lead Software Engineer who will be an outstanding addition to our team. This is an opportunity to work on apps such as Disney+ with some of the greatest minds in streaming media. If tackling interesting technical challenges while developing industry leading apps used by tens of millions of people excites you, then this is the role for you.

Why you want to work with us:

Nurture a highly collaborative, world-class team of software engineers
Work on a cutting-edge and evolving technology stack
Own substantial features shipped to millions of users
Influence the innovation of high-profile products used globally
Join an inclusive culture that incorporates diverse perspectives and supports individual needs

Responsibilities:

Oversee development of feature-rich native iOS, tvOS and visionOS applications for iPhone, iPad, Apple TV and Apple Vision Pro
Identify areas for growth within the team processes and develop new systems for collaboration
Write clear, well-tested, performant code
Work with other developers to create sustainable, well-architected solutions that are built to last
Manage production issues and solve novel problems
Guide an agile team participating in the full lifecycle of application development, including being the key point of contact for entire features
Identify technical opportunities and propose solutions that improve the code base and developer experience across the team
Mentor associate, mid-level, and senior team members and support peers through code review and pair programming
Create opportunities to learn and teach others
Manage a small team of engineers focused on a functional area within the Disney+ app
Collaborate with partners in product, design and program management to deliver product

Basic Qualifications:

Minimum of 7 years of related work experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and / or equivalent work experience.
Expert knowledge of Swift, Apple Frameworks, and the Xcode ecosystem
Experience leading a team, including delegating responsibility and balancing competing priorities
Experience integrating with backend systems, web services, and third-party software
Hold high standards of quality for both the codebases you contribute to and the applications you build
A growth mindset towards learning, experience mentoring others, and a desire to give and receive feedback
Experience composing and presenting thoughtful and implementable solutions to a variety of stakeholders (technical and non-technical)
Experience with Unity or other game engines is preferred

The hiring range for this position in Seattle, Washington and New York City is $159,500 - $213,900 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.

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About Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology:

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology (DE&E Technology) provides the technological backbone and product development for Disney’s two media business units, while helping to keep the company at the vanguard of innovation – enabling the Company to continuously leverage technology to enhance storytelling and creativity, while delivering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency for its businesses.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology.

Disney Streaming Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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