Manager, Technology Solutions

2 Months ago • 8-12 Years • Product Management • $167,700 PA - $224,900 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The Manager, Technology Solutions at The Walt Disney Studios will manage the development of an integrated planning toolset. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and stakeholder management skills. Responsibilities include liaising between business stakeholders and the technology team, defining product strategies and roadmaps, and managing a cross-functional team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in delivering complex software projects, experience with marketing technologies, and a deep understanding of the software development lifecycle. They will also be responsible for evaluating platform solutions, managing vendors, and staying abreast of marketing technology trends.
Must have:
  • Strong leadership and management skills
  • 8+ years relevant industry experience
  • Experience with marketing technologies
  • Proven track record in delivering complex software projects
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
Good to have:
  • MBA preferred
  • Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies

Job Details

Job Summary:

Manager, Technology Solutions

About Us:

The Walt Disney Company is 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. Bring your individual talents here and discover for yourself why a career with Disney is the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

The Walt Disney Studios encompasses the creation, production, promotion, sales, acquisition and domestic and international marketing of live-action and animated motion pictures, live stage plays, and music and soundtrack recordings.

The Walt Disney Studios’ Business Platforms and Services team is seeking a talented Manager, Product Management to join our dynamic team at The Walt Disney Studios. This manager will leverage their strong background & affinity for Engineering, Product Ownership, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Management, Business Analysis, and the SDLC to manage development of an integrated planning toolset. As the Manager, Product Management, you will serve as a liaison between business stakeholders and the technology team, determining product strategies and roadmaps, defining product features, and documenting designs. Additionally, you will contribute to the Studio Technology strategy, act as a technical sponsor for business unit initiatives, assess emerging technology trends for potential applications in the Marketing & Media Supply Chain, and manage staff, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful project delivery.

Responsibilities & Requirements:

  • Strong discipline to delegate work and focus on solving management problems.
  • Strong verbal/written communication and data presentation skills.
  • A broad perspective on problem-solving.
  • An ability to drive complex and high-profile projects without overextending personal health or well-being of your team.
  • Engage business unit stakeholders for project definition and support.
  • Be a point of contact for other company projects as it pertains to Marketing initiatives.
  • Participate in a hands-on capacity for evaluations of platform solutions.
  • Provide daily direction to a cross-functional team including Business Analysts, Engineers, Product Owners, and QA Analysts.
  • Actively participate in standard-setting activities that are directly supporting the business objectives of the group.
  • Keep team, peers, and executives abreast of marketing technology trends, products, applications and provide concise summaries of the findings.
  • Review third party vendor solutions and applications into various companywide initiatives at a deep technical level to ensure they are aligned with the group’s goals.
  • Collaborate closely and effectively with other technology teams across Disney Studios and The Walt Disney Company
  • Develop and nurture relationships with external platform partners and stakeholders.
  • Confidently speak about the movie making process.
  • Represent company interests with outside customers and vendors in a succinct and articulate manner.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical people.
  • Pro-active and possess a hands-on, collaborative working style.
  • Proven ability to influence cross functional teams in a matrix organization.
  • Action oriented with high standard for quality and performance.
  • Excellent orientation to both the details and the bigger picture.
  • Must be a leader with high energy, sensitivity, and charisma.
  • Strong leadership and management skills.
  • Autonomous.

Qualifications:

  • 8+ years’ relevant industry experience including 4+ years’ developing applications and projects
  • Strong experience with marketing technologies.
  • Good experience with workflow analysis and change management
  • Proven track record in delivering complex software projects using a recognized project management methodology (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, etc.)
  • Proven track record in using external resources (vendors, contractors, offshore, etc.) for developing software.
  • Proficient understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle
  • Demonstrated ability to perform hands-on technology and platforms evaluations.
  • Demonstrated ability to transform requirements into a final deliverable.
  • Demonstrated understanding of software development principles and how to implement them.
  • Demonstrated understanding of design patterns and their usage models
  • Experience directly managing and mentoring a team.

Education:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (MBA preferred), Design, Engineering, or Computer Science degrees preferred

If you are passionate about shaping the future of studio workflows and thrive in a collaborative, dynamic environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in revolutionizing the way we create and innovate in the studio space.


The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $167,700.00-$224,900.00 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.

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From classic animated features and exhilarating theme park attractions to cutting edge sports coverage, and the hottest shows on television, The Walt Disney Company has been making magic since 1923, creating unforgettable stories that connect with audiences around the world. And we’re just getting started!

The key to our success…. The Cast, Crew, Imagineers and Employees who honor Disney’s rich legacy by stretching the bounds of imagination to create the never-before-seen, bringing unparalleled entertainment experiences to people of all ages. Begin a career that delivers unparalleled creative content and experiences to audiences around the world and just imagine the stories you could be part of…

What is #LifeAtDisney like? It’s a series of magical moments with cast members and employees developing and telling our stories in the most innovative ways. Whether it’s a day spent as a Disney VoluntEAR, or celebrating the release of a new interactive experience, retail product or movie, our days are filled with the knowledge that we are creating entertainment experiences the whole family can enjoy. Follow @DisneyCareers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a peek behind-the-curtain, and discover how you could connect to a world of stories with Disney!

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