The Walt Disney Company
Lead Software Engineer - Python Backend
The Walt Disney Company, Glendale, California, us, 91222
Overview
Lead Software Engineer - Python Backend at The Walt Disney Company. Join a global team of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, and data scientists building the technological backbone for Disneys media business. Technology is at the heart of Disneys past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization focused on creating world?class products, enhancing storytelling, and driving velocity, innovation, and scalability across Disneys media portfolio. Responsibilities and Duties
Lead full-cycle software developmentfrom requirements to deployment, maintenance, and support Collaborate in agile, cross-functional teams to build scalable, high-quality software Design and deploy microservices with a focus on inter-service communication and data consistency Apply advanced expertise in Django/FastAPI, Python, SQL/NoSQL, serverless architecture, and secure API design Guide engineers through mentorship, technical reviews, and architectural decisions Drive engineering best practices, continuous improvement, and operational tooling enhancements Communicate project status and risks to leadership while fostering a culture of support and innovation Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into functional solutions Troubleshoot complex issues and maintain clear technical documentation Required Experience
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field 7+ years of experience in enterprise web application development using modern frameworks Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Deep expertise in Python, Django/FastAPI, and core libraries (e.g., django-ninja-extra, pydantic, pytest, ruff, sphinx) Proficient in Postgres, SQL/NoSQL databases, and serverless architecture Experienced with Kafka, Kinesis, Redis, and building scalable, highly available services Skilled in AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and infrastructure tools like Terraform, Spinnaker, IAM, ALB Familiar with observability tools such as DataDog Committed to quality engineering and testable code practices Experienced in Agile/Lean teams, adaptable to evolving technologies and requirements Aligns technical decisions with business goals and values craftsmanship in software development Preferred Experience
Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technical discipline is highly desirable Experience creating performant User Interfaces leveraging HTML/CSS/JS and React or other frameworks Experience with AI (GenAI, LangChain, RAG, Machine Learning) Previous work experience in digital advertising Experience working with vendor teams to deliver high quality results Strong curiosity about how Disney delivers the Magic and a desire to be a part of it Compensation: The hiring range for this position varies by location (e.g., Seattle, WA; New York, NY; Glendale, CA; San Francisco, CA) and includes base pay, potential bonuses, long?term incentive units, and a full benefits package. The actual offer will reflect internal equity, geographic region, and candidate experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Lead Software Engineer - Python Backend at The Walt Disney Company. Join a global team of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, and data scientists building the technological backbone for Disneys media business. Technology is at the heart of Disneys past, present, and future. Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization focused on creating world?class products, enhancing storytelling, and driving velocity, innovation, and scalability across Disneys media portfolio. Responsibilities and Duties
Lead full-cycle software developmentfrom requirements to deployment, maintenance, and support Collaborate in agile, cross-functional teams to build scalable, high-quality software Design and deploy microservices with a focus on inter-service communication and data consistency Apply advanced expertise in Django/FastAPI, Python, SQL/NoSQL, serverless architecture, and secure API design Guide engineers through mentorship, technical reviews, and architectural decisions Drive engineering best practices, continuous improvement, and operational tooling enhancements Communicate project status and risks to leadership while fostering a culture of support and innovation Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into functional solutions Troubleshoot complex issues and maintain clear technical documentation Required Experience
Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field 7+ years of experience in enterprise web application development using modern frameworks Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Deep expertise in Python, Django/FastAPI, and core libraries (e.g., django-ninja-extra, pydantic, pytest, ruff, sphinx) Proficient in Postgres, SQL/NoSQL databases, and serverless architecture Experienced with Kafka, Kinesis, Redis, and building scalable, highly available services Skilled in AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and infrastructure tools like Terraform, Spinnaker, IAM, ALB Familiar with observability tools such as DataDog Committed to quality engineering and testable code practices Experienced in Agile/Lean teams, adaptable to evolving technologies and requirements Aligns technical decisions with business goals and values craftsmanship in software development Preferred Experience
Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or related technical discipline is highly desirable Experience creating performant User Interfaces leveraging HTML/CSS/JS and React or other frameworks Experience with AI (GenAI, LangChain, RAG, Machine Learning) Previous work experience in digital advertising Experience working with vendor teams to deliver high quality results Strong curiosity about how Disney delivers the Magic and a desire to be a part of it Compensation: The hiring range for this position varies by location (e.g., Seattle, WA; New York, NY; Glendale, CA; San Francisco, CA) and includes base pay, potential bonuses, long?term incentive units, and a full benefits package. The actual offer will reflect internal equity, geographic region, and candidate experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr