Full-Time
Senior Software Developer
Build Tooling Development
The Walt Disney Company
10,001+ employees
Diversified entertainment conglomerate: media, parks, streaming
Compensation Overview
$141.9k - $190.3k/yr
Bristol, CT, USA + 1 more
More locations: New York, NY, USA
Hybrid
Occasional remote work allowed; primary on-site in New York, NY and Bristol, CT.
Bachelor's
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- Minimum of 5 years relevant professional experience
- Proficiency in at least one modern programming language, such as Python, Java, C++, C, C#, etc.
- Familiarity with scripting in Bash / Powershell
- Understanding of a modern collaborative SDLC and experience with a variety of workflows, processes and techniques, i.e.: Scrum, Kanban, GitOps, Monorepos, Micro Services, Feature Flagging, etc
- Experience working with version-controlled environments and CI/CD workflows. Proficiency in setting up and maintaining pipelines with at least one of: GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, TeamCity, Jenkins, Argo, SonarQube
- In-depth knowledge of Linux: File systems, user and group management, process control, permission schemes; SSH key management and secure shell operations.
- Cloud Platforms: Hands-on experience with AWS core services i.e. EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, CloudWatch, etc. Understanding of the wider AWS ecosystem and knowledge of other cloud providers desirable
- Containers & Orchestration: Docker; Kubernetes and Helm
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Terraform, CloudFormation
- Familiarity with AI tooling within the software development lifecycle
- Ability to effectively collaborate with remote team members
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- BA/BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent technical experience
- Work with a team of engineers building software in a collaborative software development process to achieve the teams' goals
- Build and maintain software to abstract build, release, and deploy events for use by dozens of development organizations
- Understand the needs of the 1000s of developers that use our software and actively and measurably improve their experience
- Work directly with app development teams to determine needs and implement CI/CD best practices
- Lead the development of critical features ensuring they meet user needs and fit for purpose
- Support critical build and artifact storage systems for the entire organization
- Participate in the on-call rotation, supporting systems and services during production incidents
Disney runs four main operations: media networks (ABC, ESPN, Disney Channel), parks and resorts (Disneyland, Walt Disney World), studio entertainment (films and TV from Disney, Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm), and direct-to-consumer streaming (Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+). It makes money from ads and affiliate fees, ticket sales and in-park spending, box office and licensing, and subscriptions to its streaming services. It stands out because it owns a large library of well-known brands and can pair content with experiences, merchandise, and cross-promotion across parks and media. Its goal is to entertain, inform, and inspire people worldwide by telling stories with technology and forming partnerships to grow its reach.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Burbank, California
Founded
1923
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Toy Story 5 crossed $1 billion worldwide in July 2026, proving franchise strength.
- Disney+'s August 2026 TikTok creator partnership can lift engagement and subscriber retention.
- Adobe Firefly park-design tools and iHeart video podcasts expand Disney's low-cost content pipeline.
What critics are saying
- April and July 2026 layoffs show repeated restructuring, including Pixar and ESPN cuts.
- The $50 million Hulu-ESPN antitrust settlement hits October 2026 pricing and carriage negotiations.
- TikTok and AI licensing can commoditize Disney characters, weakening exclusivity by 2027.
What makes The Walt Disney Company unique
- Disney owns Marvel, Pixar, Lucasfilm, ESPN, and parks; unmatched IP monetization.
- Josh D'Amaro's 2026 consumer-products reorganization ties merchandise closer to studios and franchises.
- Disney combines theatrical hits, streaming, parks, and licensing into one demand engine.
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Disney taps Joss Hastings to lead marketing for Consumer Products. The exec will lead marketing for the division, as it moves from Disney's Experiences to its Entertainment unit. August 11, 2026 12:16pm The Walt Disney Co. has tapped Joss Hastings to lead marketing for its lucrative and important Disney Consumer Products division. Hastings will become senior VP of marketing for DCP, overseeing its worldwide marketing as Disney moves the business from its Experiences division to its Entertainment division in the fall. Hastings will report jointly to Disney's chief marketing and brand officer Asad Ayaz, and Lisa Baldzicki, DCP's president. Her elevation (she had been a VP of marketing, overseeing efforts like Disney's global F1 partnership, and the company's Vogue partnership) comes as DCP prepares to double down on integrating Disney's intellectual property with its product lines, from toys and games to trading cards and clothing. Disney is also expected to have a flurry of new products on display at the company's D23 conference this weekend in Anaheim. "We believe this shift will have strategic and operational benefits by bringing the monetization of our IP through consumer products closer to the studios that create that IP," the company said in announcing the shift. "Joss is one of those rare marketers who knows how to turn a big creative idea into something that connects with consumers, shows up in culture and drives the business," says Ayaz in a statement. "She knows Disney, our brands and our fans incredibly well, and has an outstanding track record of bringing teams and partners together on work that breaks through. As Consumer Products enters this next chapter, I can't think of a better leader to take its marketing forward."
Hey Jonas leads new Disney+, Hulu, and iHeartMedia video podcast deal. August 11, 2026 Some posts may contain affiliate links which means its team could earn money if you purchase products from its site. Disney+, Hulu, and iHeartMedia team up for major video podcast expansion led by 'Hey Jonas!' Disney+ and Hulu are taking another major leap into the world of video podcasting. The Walt Disney Company has officially inked a deal with iHeartMedia to bring six fan-favorite iHeartPodcasts titles directly to Disney+ and Hulu, kicking off with the launch of the official Jonas Brothers podcast, Hey Jonas!, on August 14. The deal expands Disney's growing digital library, introducing a rich mix of rewatch series, pop culture conversations, and comedic deep-dives. Following Hey Jonas!, subscribers can expect video editions of Pod Meets World on Disney+, alongside Desperately Devoted, Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald, StraightioLab, and Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim on Hulu (and Hulu on Disney+ for bundle subscribers in the U.S.). "Fans can't get enough of the stories and talent they love, and podcasts have become one of the fastest growing ways for audiences to connect with them," said Lauren Tempest, Head of Content Planning & Partnerships, DTC at The Walt Disney Company. "These new video podcasts from iHeartMedia bring fans closer to their favorite worlds and the creators behind them, and we're thrilled to make them available on Disney+ and Hulu as part of an even richer streaming experience." Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO for iHeartMedia, echoed that excitement, noting: "Disney+ and Hulu have built powerful streaming destinations with incredibly passionate fan communities, making them ideal partners to expand the reach of these beloved iHeartPodcasts." What's coming to Disney+ and Hulu. Here is a look at the full roster of iHeartPodcasts heading to the platforms: Hey Jonas! * Streams: August 14 on Disney+ and Hulu * The Details: Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas host the official Jonas Brothers podcast, offering a intimate, playful, and irreverent look into their lives as musicians, actors, and brothers. The show debuts right ahead of Camp Rock 3 on Disney+, starting with an episode recapping the original Camp Rock, followed by live episodes featuring the trio at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Pod Meets World. * Streams: August 24 on Disney+ * The Details: Having already recapped all seven seasons of Boy Meets World and amassed over 55 million audio downloads, Danielle Fishel, Will Friedle, and Rider Strong are entering a brand-new chapter. The trio will dive deeper into their 30-year friendship with '90s nostalgia, tangents, side quests, and special guest appearances. Desperately Devoted. * Streams: November 2 on Hulu * The Details: Take a trip back to Wisteria Lane with this Desperate Housewives rewatch podcast hosted by award-winning actress Teri Hatcher, her on-screen daughter Andrea Bowen, and her real-life daughter Emerson Tenney. The trio explores iconic storylines, behind-the-scenes memories, and broader discussions on relationships, identity, and parenting across generations. Fake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald. * Streams: Fall 2026 on Hulu * The Details: Real-life best friends and Scrubs co-stars Zach Braff and Donald Faison bring their hit rewatch show to video format. The duo relives the iconic medical comedy episode-by-episode, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, interviewing superfans, and reuniting with beloved cast members. StraightioLab. * Streams: Fall 2026 on Hulu * The Details: Comedians George Civeris and Sam Taggart host this hilarious intellectual podcast unpacking the absurdities of "straight culture" - from college fraternities and gender reveal parties to themed restaurants and overhead lighting. Thanks Dad with Ego Nwodim. * Streams: Fall 2026 on Hulu * The Details: Hosted by Saturday Night Live star Ego Nwodim, this interview series features funny, heartfelt, and candid conversations with special guests about family dynamics, dad issues, and the experiences that shaped their lives. Expanding the podcast destination. These upcoming releases build on Disney+ and Hulu's growing "Podcasts" collection, which already houses popular licensed titles like Handsome and Chip and Co is Here to Help, rewatch shows like The Mess Around with Hannah and Lamorne, Prison Breaking With Sarah and Paul, and That Was Us, as well as official TV companion podcasts for hit series like Paradise, Dancing with the Stars, American Idol, and FX's The Shards. Viewers can stream new video episodes weekly across all six titles as they debut on the Disney+ "Podcasts" Collection and Hulu "Podcasts" Hub. Let its friends at Get Away Today help you book your next Disney or Universal Vacation. They are the preferred Travel Agency of Chip and Company and Disney Addicts, and who Chip and Co use ourselves. Name (Required) For the BEST in Disney, Universal, Dollywood, and SeaWorld Theme Park News, Entertainment, Merchandise & More follow Chip and Co on, Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, and Youtube.
Disney becomes second studio to hit $4bn at global box office in 2026. After Universal crossed $4bn at the 2026 global box office earlier this month, Disney has reached the milestone powered by Pixar's Toy Story 5 and 20th Century Studios' The Devil Wears Prada 2. Toy Story 5 has raced to $1.1bn worldwide comprising more than $470.7m from North America and $624m from international markets. It currently ranks as the third highest-grossing Hollywood release of the year so far. The Devil Wears Prada 2 has more than doubled the original film's lifetime global box office on $691m. The comedy earned more than $220m in North America and$471m internationally and has pushed the franchise past $1bn worldwide. Coming up for Disney this year are 20th Century Studios' The Dog Stars from Ridley Scott, Searchlight Pictures' Venice world premiere Wild Horse Nine from Martin McDonogh, Walt Disney Animation Studios' Hexed, and Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday. Disney has ranked as the top Hollywood studio in nine of the last ten years. Universal passed the milestone last week.
Disney trades at a trailing P/E of about 16.5, whilst Netflix sits near 23.1, despite Disney generating more total revenue. Netflix's market cap stands at roughly $300 billion versus Disney's $180 billion. Netflix reported $12.56 billion in revenue for Q2 2026, up 13.4% year over year, with a 33.4% operating margin and diluted EPS up 11%. The company generated over $9 billion in annual free cash flow in 2025, with paid memberships surpassing 325 million globally. Disney reported $25.2 billion in revenue for fiscal Q3 2026, up 7% year over year. Total segment operating income rose 21% to $5.6 billion, with net income at $2.63 billion and free cash flow of $3.1 billion. The market treats Netflix as a finished streaming product, whilst viewing Disney as a media conglomerate still mid-transition.
Disney+ testing AI-powered tool to help you figure out what to watch. The tool uses natural language search. Aug 7, 2026 4:32 PM EDT Disney is now testing an AI-powered tool for Disney+ that uses natural language search, voice queries or a suggested prompt to create a row of show and movie recommendations just for you. While Disney+ can already recommend shows based on your viewing history, the company is trying to better recommend content for that moment. "The AI-powered tool is designed to help viewers move from "I don't know what to watch" to relevant recommendations based on their immediate context and viewing needs," reads the press release. The teams are testing a limited beta experiment with a small group of select subscribers. Disney is also introducing an AI-assisted search experience that's conversational through the ESPN Search. The app let's fans ask sports questions with natural language and get answers about related content, stats and recommendations from the ESPN library of info. MobileSyrup may earn a commission from purchases made via its links, which helps fund the journalism Mobilesyrup provide free on its website. These links do not influence its editorial content. Support Mobilesyrup here.