Lead Software Engineer - Java
The Walt Disney Company · Glendale
- Pay
- $152,200‑$204,100/year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Work mode
- On-site
- Category
- Tech & Engineering
- Neighborhood
- Glendale
- Posted
- January 22, 2026 (Jan 22)
- Last verified
- Today
About the Team
Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, and data scientists building the technological backbone for Disney's media business.
Content Platforms & Operations drives the worldwide distribution and monetization of Disney's linear networks and theatrical content, including media supply chain, distribution operations, localization, and network transmission.
About the Role
As a Lead Software Engineer on Disney's Content Platforms team, you'll architect and deliver resilient, scalable systems that power accounting workflows for payments to content creators and rights holders across Disney Movies and TV. This role blends hands-on technical leadership with strategic influence.
Why You'll Love It Here
- Build the products and platforms powering Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, ABC, and more
- Work at massive reach and scale serving millions of fans globally
- Solve complex, distinctive technical problems and shape industry norms
Who Thrives Here
- Enjoys working with talented, passionate teams
- Has excellent communication skills
- Is curious about how content goes from inception to consumers
- Finds the media & entertainment industry fascinating
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Lead Software Engineer - Java
$152,200‑$204,100/year