Product Software Engineer II

Job Summary:Technology is at the heart of Disney’s past, present, and future. 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.Content Platforms & Operations is responsible for the development and ongoing advancement of the technical and operational functions driving the worldwide distribution and monetization of Disney’s linear networks and theatrical content. This includes Disney’s media supply chain and storage, network and theatrical distribution operations, media localization, network transmission and origination, and more. The global team also plays a critical role as the primary collaboration point for Product & Technology with Disney’s EMEA, APAC, and LATAM regional business teams.The Content Enhancements team designs, develops, and maintains content automation systems that power and elevate broadcasts across a wide range of studio shows and events. We are looking for a driven and talented engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is eager to contribute to high-impact broadcast technology.Job Summary:As a Software Engineer II, you’ll be part of a diverse and innovative organization focused on building and maintaining complex, high-performance applications that support our suite of broadcast automation tools.You’ll work closely with our partners in production, creative, and operations to deliver scalable, elegant solutions for new features and core platform architecture. Your work will span modern server-side and front-end technologies including JavaScript, TypeScript, Node.js, and React, while leveraging your proficiency in C#, SQL, React, and other tech stacks, high-quality user experiences.We’re looking for someone who takes pride in craftsmanship, values detail, and brings curiosity and enthusiasm for emerging technologies, frameworks, and platforms.A passionate, hands-on engineer who takes ownership and delivers high-quality workA strong communicator and collaborator who values teamwork and accountabilityA problem-solver who seeks innovative approaches to complex challengesA lifelong learner eager to stay ahead of evolving technologiesResponsibilities:Design, develop, and maintain software systems that support live broadcast content automationCollaborate across disciplines (engineering, design, production, and operations) to deliver reliable, efficient solutionsContribute to architectural discussions and help define long-term technical strategiesBalance development speed with maintainability and quality using lean, iterative practicesProvide mentorship, technical insight, and code reviews for team membersContinuously learn and share new tools and techniques that enhance the team’s efficiency and creativityMinimum Qualifications: Strong understanding of object-oriented (OO) software design3+ years of experience with proven ability to design, develop, and manage MySQL databasesSolid proficiency in C#, React, JavaScript/TypeScript and full stack development methodologiesExperience writing code that consumes RESTful APIs and JSON dataAbility to work collaboratively with technology, engineering, operations, production, and creative studio teamsExcellent communication and organizational skills, with strong attention to detailServes as a high-level technical resource and “go-to” person for less-experienced engineersDemonstrated success in building solutions of significant scope and complexity that have been successfully deployed to end usersDemonstrated ability to research, evaluate, and learn new technologiesDriven, self-motivated, and capable of working independentlyAbility to travel globally, including nights, weekends, and holidays as requiredWillingness to provide 24/7/365 support for live production environmentsExperience working with data feeds and other external data providersGenuine passion for sports and live event productionPreferred Qualifications: Working knowledge of Visual Studio technologies, including C#, VB.NET, and WPF (experience with these is a strong plus)Working knowledge of SQL and back-end methodologies a plusHands-on experience with web and cloud-based technologiesUnderstanding of the MVVM architectural patternExperience working with VizRT broadcast graphics systemsFamiliarity with Ross XPression real-time graphics platformDemonstrated adoption of AI and frameworks to enhance software development, automation, or data-driven workflowsTypically possesses 3 years of experience in a technical or software development roleKnowledge of live studio production workflows and environmentsStrong sports knowledge and the rules surrounding various sports is preferred Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field, and/or equivalent work experience.The hiring range for this position in Bristol, CT is $117,500 - $157,500. 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.