Product Manager

On any given day at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we’re reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the world’s most beloved stories while also transforming Disney’s media business for the future. Whether that’s evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney’s unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world. A few reasons why we think you’d love working for Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology Building the future of Disney’s media business: DE&E Technologists are designing and building the infrastructure that will power Disney’s media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come. Reach & Scale: The products and platforms this group builds and operates delight millions of consumers every minute of every day – from Disney+ and Hulu, to ABC News and Entertainment, to ESPN and ESPN+, and much more Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news. The Product Management team guides the strategy and vision for Disney’s incredible global digital products portfolio - from Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+ and the ESPN App to Marvel Unlimited, National Geographic, ABC and ABC News, and film websites and games. This team impacts the way millions of people around the world experience and engage with Disney’s iconic stories and unmatched content in more personalized and immersive ways, leveraging cutting-edge technologies ranging from Machine Learning to Extended Reality. Job Summary Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology (DEET) is seeking a Sr. Product Manager who will drive the strategy and roadmap for data products and solutions focused on product analytics for Disney’s direct-to-consumer streaming platforms (Disney+, ESPN, and Hulu). This role reports to the Sr. Manager, Data Product Management within the Data Platforms organization. You will develop and expand upon data capabilities that help business stakeholders understand how consumers are using our products. You’ll help Disney stay on the cutting edge of streaming technology using data to personalize experiences, optimize engagement & app performance, support testing and experimentation within the app, and identify new opportunities to leverage data to delight customers. You will work closely with business and technical stakeholders across Disney Entertainment and ESPN including analytics, data science, data engineering, program management, content programming, product strategy, business operations, finance, legal, governance, and more. You will define technical product requirements and help develop solutions to complex data problems to support the growth of Disney’s streaming business globally. Responsibilities Oversee the vision, strategy, and roadmap for the Product Performance data platform and the associated tooling supporting Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology’s (DEET’s) streaming products (Disney+, ESPN+, Star, Hulu) and other digital properties. Build strategic relationships with key business, analytics, and technology leaders to ensure program and product success. Partner with stakeholders to develop detailed product requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and success measures. Support the delivery team throughout the agile product development lifecycle, ensuring timely releases, excellent communication with partners and stakeholders, and well-thought-out delivery planning. Build strong relationships with technical partners to ensure consistent delivery and tight alignment on evolving technical solutions. Drive teams on all business readiness activities, including product planning, sequencing, testing, user education, rollout, iteration, and support. Lead efforts to identify risks, resolve key blockers, and establish appropriate resolution paths. Fill in gaps across roles and functions as needed, performing as an adaptive problem solver. Champion a collaborative work environment that cultivates shared understanding, transparency, autonomy, innovation, and continuous learning. Basic Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of product management or relevant technical experience in a data driven product delivery organization. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field required. Proven track record of successful agile product delivery, working with a cross-functional delivery team in a global or highly complex organization. Polished communicator comfortable translating stakeholder needs into well-documented technical specifications. Planning acumen and strong ability to break down work and define iterative product release versions. Understanding of big data, data modeling and how to deliver results for the purpose of making timely and accurate business decisions. Highly analytical and collaborative qualities with strong technical, strategic, and problem-solving skills. Ability to balance competing priorities and make informed decisions in ambiguous situations. Ability to lead through influence across functional and organizational lines. Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced operational environment where change is the norm. Experience presenting to and working with senior executive leaders. Knowledge of Agile/SDLC project management methodologies, with an understanding of data engineering, data modeling, data warehousing and big data platforms. Experience in Agile software development with expertise in Scrum methodology and practices. High-level of comfort building a roadmap and working within an agile, Jira-driven operating model. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree in computer science, information systems, software engineering, or data science. Experience in a data product/data engineering organization building complex data applications for an enterprise organization. In-depth technical experience with modern data warehouses, data lakes, databases, with an understanding of the pros/cons of different data models and warehouse approaches. DISNEYTECH The hiring range for this position in Seattle, WA is $142,516 - 191,180, New York is $142,516 to $191,180 per year and Santa Monica, CA is $136,038 - $182,490. 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 & ESPN Technology: Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology (DE&E Technology) provides the technological backbone and product development for Disney’s two media business units, while helping to keep the company at the vanguard of innovation – enabling the Company to continuously leverage technology to enhance storytelling and creativity, while delivering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency for its businesses. 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 with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, and Experiences and Products. 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 & ESPN Technology. #J-18808-Ljbffr