Software Engineer II

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology

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. Software Engineers are at the heart of that innovation and magic, building platforms, services, tools and infrastructure for an unmatched collection of content and brands.

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.

• Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

Job Summary:

The team responsible for building world-class news experiences for ABC News is seeking a Software Engineer. This is a great opportunity to work on a leading news product at ABC News on its mission to inform and inspire. You will collaborate with cross-functional to deliver high-quality, innovative features and enhancements to our users.

Why you want to work with us:

• Build great News experiences with a world-class team of software engineers.

• Work on a cutting-edge and evolving technology stack.

• Implement and own substantial features shipped to millions of users.

• Influence the innovation of high-profile products in the digital news landscape.

• Join an inclusive culture that incorporates diverse perspectives and supports individual needs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop core site functionality using server-side templating and JavaScript

• Resolve bugs and clear roadblocks as they occur

• Implement best practices to continually increase performance and scalability

• Support team members by reviewing code and pull requests

• Work with engineering peers, product, and project management to refine specs and timelines 

• Partner with other engineering teams to deliver best solutions

• Help onboard new engineers as needed

• Collaborate with story tellers and designers across our brands

Qualifications:

• Proven understanding of front-end web development technologies and principles

• Comprehensive knowledge of JavaScript, React.JS, and server-side templating

• Experience with task automation (WebPack, Grunt, Gulp) and CSS Preprocessors (Less, Sass)

• Demonstrated ability to research solutions to complex problems

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

• Driven and self-motivated

• 3+ years relevant industry experience

Required Education:  

• BS Computer Science or related technical discipline or its equivalent