Job Description
The Emerging Technologies and Automation team focuses on amplifying business impact through innovation. We are part of the Technology Transformation team, working on driving measurable improvements in productivity, agility and employee satisfaction by automating the mundane, streamlining workflows and freeing people to do what they do best.
We are seeking a hands-on Staff Software Engineer to drive high-impact initiatives at the forefront of emerging technologies toy unlock enterprise-wide capabilities. In this role, you’ll lead rapid prototyping efforts, build scalable proofs-of-concept, and shape the technical foundation that accelerates enterprise-wide transformation.
You’ll work across a nimble, action-oriented team to explore AI-assisted development tools, experiment with new technologies, and translate abstract concepts into elegant, real-world solutions. Ideal candidates thrive in ambiguity, balance pragmatism with curiosity, and bring deep technical expertise paired with strong communication skills.
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Required Skills & Experience
• 5+ years of full-stack software engineering experience with a strong coding background in languages such as Python,
TypeScript, Node.js, Go or similar
• Proven ability to write clear, concise technical documentation and create professional system architecture diagrams using
tools like Lucidchart, Mermaid, or PlantUML
• A passion for innovation, emerging technologies, and driving continuous improvement
• Demonstrated expertise in systems architecture, platform thinking, and technical leadership
• Strong communication skills with the ability to navigate conflict, build trust, and foster alignment across cross-functional
teams; able to explain complex systems and tradeoffs to engineers, product managers, and stakeholders alike
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), microservices architecture, CI/CD pipelines, test,
development and deployment approaches, including containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), A/B testing, etc
• Proficiency with AI/ML development tools, and experience integrating LLM-based APIs, AI agents, or prompt-based
workflows
• Experience working with large-scale databases (SQL/NoSQL, Object, Graph, etc)
• Proven ability to navigate organizational complexity and deliver outcomes aligned with strategic objectives.
• Passion for Disney's mission and values
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable
field of study, and/or equivalent work experience; advanced degree a plus
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
• AWS, GCP or Azure certification
• Experience with emerging technologies
• Experience with agile methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban
• A track record of success in automation and developer productivity initiatives
• Demonstrated experience building prototypes or experimental software in ambiguous or early-stage environments
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.