Senior Manager Test and Strategy

Job ID 10104470 Location Glendale, California, United States Business Walt Disney Imagineering Date posted Dec. 11, 2024

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Job Summary:

About the Role & Team

Walt Disney Imagineering is the master planning, creative development, design, engineering, production, project management, and research arm of The Walt Disney Company’s Parks and Resorts business segment. Representing more than 130 subject areas, the talented Imagineers are responsible for the creation of Disney resorts, theme parks and attractions, hotels, water parks, real estate developments, regional entertainment venues, cruise ships and new media technology projects.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Test and Strategy Senior Manager to join our Walt Disney Imagineering team. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and execution of comprehensive testing strategies to ensure the quality and integrity of our innovative projects and attractions.

What You Will Do

Develop and implement strategic testing initiatives for new attractions, experiences, and technologies, ensuring alignment with creative and operational goals.
Lead a multidisciplinary team of test managers, engineers, and analysts, encouraging a culture of teamwork and excellence.
Define and coordinate testing processes and methodologies, ensuring adherence to industry standards and Disney quality benchmarks.
Collaborate closely with Imagineers, designers, and project partners to understand requirements, define test plans, and validate results.
Drive continuous improvement in testing practices, demonstrating innovation and new technologies to improve guest experiences.
Provide strategic guidance and support for test automation efforts, optimizing efficiency and scalability across projects.
Monitor project timelines, budgets, and resource allocations related to testing activities, ensuring timely delivery and quality outcomes.
Analyze test results and performance metrics, providing actionable insights and recommendations to project leadership and senior management.
Stay ahead of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in themed entertainment and attraction testing

Required Qualifications & Skills

4+ years of progressive experience managing a technical team.
Demonstrated leadership and people management skills with a track record of building and motivating high-performing teams.
Deep knowledge of testing methodologies, tools, and standard processes, particularly in sophisticated systems and guest-facing environments.
Experience with DEVOPS, Software design processes, and creative development cycles.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate optimally across all levels of the organization.
Passion for storytelling and crafting magical experiences that exceed guest expectations

Preferred Qualifications

Certification in Quality Assurance, Project Management, or related disciplines (e.g., ISTQB, PMP).
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and their application in creative and technical environments.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Additional Information

This role is located onsite in Glendale, CA.

Benefits and Perks:

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 https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.

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The hiring range for this position in Glendale is $152,200 to $204,100 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 Walt Disney Imagineering:

Founded in 1952 as WED Enterprises to design and build the world’s first theme park — Disneyland — Walt Disney Imagineering (WDI) is where imagination and creativity combine with cutting-edge technology to create unforgettable experiences. WDI is the creative force that imagines, designs and builds all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions and cruise ships worldwide. Imagineering’s unique strength comes from its diverse global team of creative and technical professionals, who build on Disney’s legacy of storytelling to pioneer new forms of entertainment. The Imagineers who practice this unique blend of art and science work in more than 100 disciplines to shepherd an idea all the way from “blue sky” concept phase to opening day.

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 Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc., which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Imagineering.

Walt Disney Parks and Resorts U.S., Inc. 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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