Sr. Software Engineer

Job ID 10099202 Location Bay Lake, Florida, United States Business Disney Experiences Date posted Nov. 07, 2024

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Job Summary:

This role is based out of Orlando, Florida. You must be local or be willing to relocate to that area.

“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX). Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club.

We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology & digital-led initiatives across the Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation and Merchandise lines of business as well as other initiatives including MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!

This role sits in the US Parks - Transportation organization within Technology & Digital for Disney Experiences. It works closely with Theme Park Parking, Minnie Van and Bus Transportation from across the company.

The Sr. Software Engineer will report to the Sr. Manager of Transportation Technology.

About The Role & Team:

As a Senior Software Engineer on the Disney Experiences (DX) Solutions team, you will lead the development and implementation of technology products and applications, work closely with product managers and story owners to design features and prioritize tasks, and oversee development activities executed by both internal and vendor development resources. You may also integrate with IoT devices, mobile routers, robotics/mechanics, computer vision and LiDAR and consider edge-based computing techniques while ensuring alignment with reference architecture and technical strategy. You may identify and implement solution simplifications, such as transitioning feature sets and modernizing services. You should have strong problem-solving/analytical skills, excellent communication and collaboration skills, and utilize your leadership skills to guide and mentor junior developers.

What You’ll Do:

May lead small/medium projects encompassing analysis, design, programming, debugging, and modification of software enhancements and/or new products used in local, networked, cloud-based, or Internet-related computer programs
Responsible for performing testing and debugging of applications
Code may be used in commercial and end-user applications or focus on software and tools supporting infrastructure and technology platforms
Code at the component level
Work typically involves large or highly sophisticated software programs and systems
Possess a proven understanding of current programming language and technologies, with strong skills in writing code and completing programming tasks
Interact with business operations to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications
Conceive, design, develop, test, and implement software components, fixes, improvements, and/or new systems and applications
Design and develop highly scalable software systems and applications
You will be expected to stay up to date with emerging technologies
Work in an Agile delivery methodology.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of related work experience
Comfortable working in an agile environment
Must have proficiency in Angular, Java, C#, AuroraDB (or equivalent), Dart, SQL, Cloud hosting, unit testing, and documentation, with a proactive demeanor towards continuous learning and skill development, and an interest in mastering emerging engineering tools and methodologies

Preferred Qualifications:

Proven experience in developing and implementing applications using the above-mentioned technologies.
Experience in developing and implementing solutions in the Transportation industry
Experience in upgrading and maintaining applications, such as upgrading front-end Angular applications and service layers from older versions to newer ones.
Experience in migrating infrastructure from one cloud service to another, such as from Azure to AWS.
Experience in increasing test automation across development pipelines to improve product quality and reduce time to market.
Mobile development experience
Expert level knowledge in Object Oriented Programming
Experience with implementation of server-driven UI architectural pattern
Experience with QA and software analytic tools is a plus
Strong knowledge of unit testing, behavioral testing and continuous integration
A thorough understanding and passion for Agile principles
Ability to handle virtual teams and work with resources in multiple sites (onsite, offshore, near shore)
Must be detail-oriented, self-organized, be committed to quality and be capable of tracking multiple issues simultaneously
Excellent time management skills

Required Education:

Bachelor's or foreign equivalent Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience

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About Disney Experiences:

Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web.

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 Attractions Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences.

Walt Disney Attractions 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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