The Walt Disney Company
Lead Data Engineer
Location: Santa Monica, California; Glendale, California; San Francisco, California; New York, New York; Seattle, Washington. Job Summary
Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you’d love working here: Building the future of Disney’s media:
Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact:
More than ever, Disney’s technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company’s brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News…and many more. These products and brands – and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry – matter to millions of people globally. Innovation:
We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Commerce, Data & Identity Commerce, Data & Identity provides the core product management functions for areas crucial to Disney’s media businesses, including digital commerce, identity, growth, messaging, privacy, and the data engineering, science, and products for Disney Entertainment & ESPN, along with their interconnection with other parts of The Walt Disney Company. The Lead Data Engineer partners with business, analytics, and infrastructure teams to design and build data pipelines for Content performance metrics. Responsibilities include sourcing internal and external data, designing table structures, defining ETL strategies, and implementing automated data quality checks. Additionally, this role mentors junior data engineers in pipeline development. Lead the successful design and implementation of complex technical problems. Lead and contribute to the design and growth of our Data Products and Data Warehouses around Content movements and metrics. Use sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify innovative solutions. Partner with technical and non-technical colleagues to understand data and reporting requirements, and collaborate with Data Product Managers, Data Architects and other Data Engineers to design, implement, and deliver successful data solutions. Design table structures and define ETL pipelines to build performant Data solutions that are reliable and scalable in a fast growing data ecosystem. Develop Data Quality checks. Develop and maintain ETL routines using ETL and orchestration tools such as Airflow. Serve as an advanced resource to other Data Engineers on the team, and mentor and coach more junior members of the team helping to improve their skills, knowledge, and productivity. 7+ years of data engineering experience developing large data pipelines. Strong understanding of data modeling principles including dimensional modeling and data normalization. Good understanding of SQL engines and ability to conduct advanced performance tuning. Ability to think strategically, analyze and interpret market and consumer information. Strong communication skills – written and verbal presentations. Excellent conceptual and analytical reasoning competencies. Comfortable working in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. Familiarity with Agile Scrum principles and ceremonies. 4+ years of work experience implementing and reporting on business key performance indicators in data warehousing environments, required. 5+ years of experience using analytic SQL, working with traditional relational databases and/or distributed systems (Snowflake or Redshift), required. 3+ years of experience programming languages (e.g. Python, PySpark), preferred. 3+ years of experience with data orchestration/ETL tools (Airflow, Nifi), preferred. Experience with Snowflake, Databricks/EMR/Spark & Airflow a plus. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field, or equivalent work experience. Master’s Degree a plus. #DISNEYTECH The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA is $152,200 - $204,100 per year, in San Francisco, CA is $166,800 - $223,600 per year, in Seattle, WA is $159,500 - $213,900 per year, and in New York, NY is $159,500 - $213,900 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. About Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology
At Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology, we’re blending imagination and innovation to reimagine the ways people experience and engage with the world’s most beloved stories and products. Our work is wide-ranging and deeply sophisticated. We create amazing experiences, transform the future of media, and build products and platforms that enable the connection between people everywhere and the stories and sports they love. Disney’s ability to marry world-class technology with one-of-a-kind creativity makes us unique. It is at the heart of our past, present, and future. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. About The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology. Disney Streaming Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world. Disability Accommodation For Employment Applications The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence.
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Location: Santa Monica, California; Glendale, California; San Francisco, California; New York, New York; Seattle, Washington. Job Summary
Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology is a global organization of engineers, product developers, designers, technologists, data scientists, and more – all working to build and advance the technological backbone for Disney’s media business globally. The team marries technology with creativity to build world-class products, enhance storytelling, and drive velocity, innovation, and scalability for our businesses. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. We work with every part of The Walt Disney Company’s media portfolio to advance the technological foundation and consumer media touch points serving millions of people around the world. Here are a few reasons why we think you’d love working here: Building the future of Disney’s media:
Our Technologists are designing and building the products and platforms that will power our media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach, Scale & Impact:
More than ever, Disney’s technology and products serve as a signature doorway for fans' connections with the company’s brands and stories. Disney+. Hulu. ESPN. ABC. ABC News…and many more. These products and brands – and the unmatched stories, storytellers, and events they carry – matter to millions of people globally. Innovation:
We develop and implement groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms, and solve complex and distinctive technical problems. Commerce, Data & Identity Commerce, Data & Identity provides the core product management functions for areas crucial to Disney’s media businesses, including digital commerce, identity, growth, messaging, privacy, and the data engineering, science, and products for Disney Entertainment & ESPN, along with their interconnection with other parts of The Walt Disney Company. The Lead Data Engineer partners with business, analytics, and infrastructure teams to design and build data pipelines for Content performance metrics. Responsibilities include sourcing internal and external data, designing table structures, defining ETL strategies, and implementing automated data quality checks. Additionally, this role mentors junior data engineers in pipeline development. Lead the successful design and implementation of complex technical problems. Lead and contribute to the design and growth of our Data Products and Data Warehouses around Content movements and metrics. Use sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify innovative solutions. Partner with technical and non-technical colleagues to understand data and reporting requirements, and collaborate with Data Product Managers, Data Architects and other Data Engineers to design, implement, and deliver successful data solutions. Design table structures and define ETL pipelines to build performant Data solutions that are reliable and scalable in a fast growing data ecosystem. Develop Data Quality checks. Develop and maintain ETL routines using ETL and orchestration tools such as Airflow. Serve as an advanced resource to other Data Engineers on the team, and mentor and coach more junior members of the team helping to improve their skills, knowledge, and productivity. 7+ years of data engineering experience developing large data pipelines. Strong understanding of data modeling principles including dimensional modeling and data normalization. Good understanding of SQL engines and ability to conduct advanced performance tuning. Ability to think strategically, analyze and interpret market and consumer information. Strong communication skills – written and verbal presentations. Excellent conceptual and analytical reasoning competencies. Comfortable working in a fast-paced and highly collaborative environment. Familiarity with Agile Scrum principles and ceremonies. 4+ years of work experience implementing and reporting on business key performance indicators in data warehousing environments, required. 5+ years of experience using analytic SQL, working with traditional relational databases and/or distributed systems (Snowflake or Redshift), required. 3+ years of experience programming languages (e.g. Python, PySpark), preferred. 3+ years of experience with data orchestration/ETL tools (Airflow, Nifi), preferred. Experience with Snowflake, Databricks/EMR/Spark & Airflow a plus. Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field, or equivalent work experience. Master’s Degree a plus. #DISNEYTECH The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA is $152,200 - $204,100 per year, in San Francisco, CA is $166,800 - $223,600 per year, in Seattle, WA is $159,500 - $213,900 per year, and in New York, NY is $159,500 - $213,900 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. About Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology
At Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology, we’re blending imagination and innovation to reimagine the ways people experience and engage with the world’s most beloved stories and products. Our work is wide-ranging and deeply sophisticated. We create amazing experiences, transform the future of media, and build products and platforms that enable the connection between people everywhere and the stories and sports they love. Disney’s ability to marry world-class technology with one-of-a-kind creativity makes us unique. It is at the heart of our past, present, and future. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers. About The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology. Disney Streaming Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world. Disability Accommodation For Employment Applications The Walt Disney Company and its Affiliated Companies are Equal Employment Opportunity employers and welcome all job seekers including individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or apply for a position, email Candidate.Accommodations@Disney.com with your request. This email address is not for general employment inquiries or correspondence.
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