Talent.com
Senior Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning
Senior Software Engineer, Ad DecisioningDisneyland Hong Kong • Santa Monica, CA, United States
Senior Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning

Senior Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning

Disneyland Hong Kong • Santa Monica, CA, United States
job_description.job_card.30_days_ago
serp_jobs.job_preview.job_type
  • serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
job_description.job_card.job_description

Senior Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning

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.

Ad Platforms is responsible for Disney’s industry‑leading ad technology and products – driving advertising performance, innovation, and value in Disney’s sports, news, and entertainment content, across all media platforms.

As part of the Decisioning Fleet, you will help build UI tools that analyze what ads are competing for slots for ad breaks across Hulu, Disney+, ESPN, and others. You will directly contribute to optimizing ad qualification and selection to make sure viewers always see the right ad at the right time.

As a P3 (Senior Software Engineer) of our team, you will apply your knowledge and skills to help us deliver scalable, performant, maintainable, and testable software.

Daily, you should bring :

  • A willingness and desire to effectively communicate and collaborate across teams and systems.
  • An understanding of the importance of project ownership.
  • A passion for mentoring, learning, and adapting to a very dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
  • An understanding of micro‑service encapsulation and loose coupling, and why they are important.
  • An understanding of how to define technical and operational metrics to measure system health and to manage risk.
  • Kindness and pragmatic optimism.
  • Responsibilities :

  • Designing, implementing, and testing full stack solutions to various engineering problems in a high‑throughput, low‑latency microservices environment.
  • Enhancing systems’ observability with proper metrics, monitors, and alerts.
  • Reading and understanding product user stories, and then translating them into actionable tasks for both frontend and backend components.
  • Taking ownership of one or more of the team’s domain areas.
  • Understanding and using automated tools (AI) while adhering to company policy.
  • Available for on‑call rotations based on the team’s escalation policy and support schedule.
  • Basic Qualifications :

  • BS or MS in Computer Science / Engineering or relevant work experience.
  • Experience with front‑end technologies and frameworks such as Node, React, NextJS, Express, Typescript, Tailwind.
  • 5+ years of software engineering experience.
  • Proficiency with Java.
  • Demonstrable analytical / problem‑solving skills.
  • Great communication, collaboration skills, and a strong teamwork ethic with both technical and non‑technical audiences.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • SpringBoot and related Spring projects.
  • Non‑relational database technologies like DynamoDB.
  • Caching datastores such as Redis, ValKey, or MemCache.
  • Data streaming mechanisms such as Apache Kafka and / or Kinesis.
  • Cloud platforms such as AWS.
  • Modern DevOps tools such as Terraform, Docker, and Kubernetes.
  • Domain knowledge in the Ad Tech industry.
  • Additional Information :

  • Engineers are expected to be in the office four days a week.
  • This role is hiring in San Francisco, Santa Monica, Glendale, or Seattle.
  • The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA area is $138,900 to $86,200 per year and San Francisco Bay Area is $152,100–$203,900. 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.

    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, visit the Disney candidate disability accommodations FAQs. We will only respond to those requests that are related to the accessibility of the online application system due to a disability.

    #J-18808-Ljbffr

    serp_jobs.job_alerts.create_a_job

    Senior Software Engineer • Santa Monica, CA, United States

    Job_description.internal_linking.related_jobs
    Senior DevOps Engineer

    Senior DevOps Engineer

    Relativity Space • Long Beach, California, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    At Relativity Space, we have two audacious goals : to build the next great commercial launch company with Terran R and to become America's leading force in additive manufacturing innovation.Both con...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Software Engineer

    Senior Software Engineer

    Relativity • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Are you looking to be in a workplace where colleagues inspire one another, working together to build AI software solutions?. We're looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join our Relativity Priva...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Azure Cloud Engineer

    Senior Azure Cloud Engineer

    Unisys Corporation • Long Beach, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    What success looks like in this role : .We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Azure Cloud Engineer with proven expertise in designing and deploying multitenant Microsoft Sentinel environments.The id...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Software Engineer

    Senior Software Engineer

    PTR Global • Culver City, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    We’re looking for highly capable Senior Software Engineers to join a fast-paced, start-up-like environment within an exciting well-known brand. You’ll be instrumental in building modern web applicat...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Developer Applications - API

    Senior Developer Applications - API

    ImmunityBio • El Segundo, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    NASDAQ : IBRX) is a commercial-stage biotechnology company developing cell and immunotherapy products that are designed to help strengthen each patient's natural immune system, potentially enabling ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Advanced Software Engineer

    Advanced Software Engineer

    Relativity • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    As an Advanced Engineer on the Cloud Engineering team, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable cloud infrastructure solutions. You will collaborate with cross-fu...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Software Engineer - Backend

    Senior Software Engineer - Backend

    Machina Labs • Los Angeles, California, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Machina Labs is a smart manufacturing company backed by major investors in AI and Deep Tech (Innovation Endeavors, Nvidia NVentures, Lockheed Martin Ventures), founded in 2019 and based in Los Ange...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Staff Software Engineer (Los Angeles)

    Senior Staff Software Engineer (Los Angeles)

    Strategic Employment Partners (SEP) • Los Angeles, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.part_time
    We are seeking a highly experienced.Senior Staff Software Engineer.This role requires a strong background in software architecture, hands-on development, and technical leadership across the full so...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Active Directory Engineer (Burbank)

    Senior Active Directory Engineer (Burbank)

    Beacon Hill • Burbank, CA, US
    serp_jobs.job_card.part_time
    Senior Active Directory Engineer.Seeking a Senior Active Directory Engineer to lead the assessment, migration, and optimization of our Active Directory (AD) and Identity Management infrastructure.T...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Software Engineer Ad Tech & Decisioning (Full Stack)

    Senior Software Engineer Ad Tech & Decisioning (Full Stack)

    Disneyland Hong Kong • Santa Monica, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    A global entertainment company is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to design and implement scalable software solutions.This role requires advanced knowledge of Java and experience with cloud platfo...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Software Development Engineer

    Software Development Engineer

    Skill • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.temporary
    This is a US based remote position (PST time zone) that will start as a 6 month engagement and could extend up to 18 months. Join a pioneering technology leader dedicated to pushing the boundaries o...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning

    Senior Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning

    The Walt Disney Company • Santa Monica, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning.Glendale, CA / Santa Monica, CA / San Francisco, CA.Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology. Technology is at the heart of Disneys past, present, ...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_1_day • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Software Engineer – Ad Tech & Decisioning (Full Stack)

    Senior Software Engineer – Ad Tech & Decisioning (Full Stack)

    Disneyland Hong Kong • Santa Monica, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    A global entertainment company is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to design and implement scalable software solutions.This role requires advanced knowledge of Java and experience with cloud platfo...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Technology Development Operations Engineer

    Senior Technology Development Operations Engineer

    Cooley LLP • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Senior Technology Development Operations Engineer.Cooley is seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer to join the.Infrastructure & Development Operations. The Technology Development Operations (DevOps) Engin...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Software Engineer - Operations Technology

    Senior Software Engineer - Operations Technology

    Blue Origin • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.permanent
    Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.We're working t...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Backend Engineer

    Senior Backend Engineer

    Genies • Los Angeles, California, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    Genies is an avatar technology company powering the next era of interactive digital identity through AI companions.With the Avatar Framework and intuitive creation tools, Genies enables developers,...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_30 • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Lead Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning

    Lead Software Engineer, Ad Decisioning

    The Walt Disney Company • Glendale, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    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, technologis...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted
    Senior Staff Software Engineer

    Senior Staff Software Engineer

    Strategic Employment Partners (SEP) • Los Angeles, CA, United States
    serp_jobs.job_card.full_time
    We are seeking a highly experienced.Senior Staff Software Engineer.This role requires a strong background in software architecture, hands-on development, and technical leadership across the full so...serp_jobs.internal_linking.show_more
    serp_jobs.last_updated.last_updated_variable_days • serp_jobs.job_card.promoted