Senior Software Engineer (Project Hire)
The Walt Disney Company
Job Posting Title:
Senior Software Engineer (Project Hire)Req ID:
10117520Job Description:
“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX). Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club.
We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology & digital-led initiatives across the Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation and Merchandise lines of business as well as other initiatives including MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!
This role sits in the Connected Experiences organization within Technology & Digital for Disney Experiences. It works closely with Product and Design from across the company.
The Senior Software Engineer will report to the Manager-Software Engineering.
About The Role & Team:
As a Senior Software Engineer in the Connected Experiences team, you will be integral in building and enhancing the digital signage solutions that power a variety of dynamic applications across multiple venues. Our work spans venue signage, general signage, interactive wayfinding systems, and even engaging game experiences. You will focus primarily on the front-end development of these applications, with an emphasis on creating responsive, visually appealing, and high-performance user interfaces using Angular.
You will collaborate closely with a diverse, cross-functional team consisting of QA, Engineering, Product, and Design professionals. The team works in an Agile environment, where collaboration and innovation are key to delivering cutting-edge solutions.
What You’ll Do:
May lead small projects encompassing analysis, design, programming, debugging, and modification of software enhancements and/or new products used in local, networked, cloud-based, or Internet-related computer programs
Responsible for performing testing and debugging of applications
Possess a proven understanding of current programming language and technologies, with strong skills in writing code and completing programming tasks
Interact with users to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications
Conceive, design, develop, test, and implement software components, fixes, improvements, and/or new systems and applications
Design and develop highly scalable software systems and applications
You will be expected to stay up to date with emerging technologies
Project Hire
This is a(n) 24-month Project Hire position with no guarantee of permanent placement.
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of related work experience
Comfortable working in an agile environment
Proficiency in Angular, TypeScript and NodeJS with a proactive demeanor towards continuous learning and skill development, and an interest in mastering emerging data engineering tools and methodologies
Preferred Qualifications:
Deep knowledge of Angular (version 14+), TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3, with experience in developing complex, scalable, and responsive web applications. Familiarity with front-end frameworks, component libraries, and state management tools like NgRx or Redux is highly preferred.
Experience in working with Java-based back-end systems (e.g., Spring Boot), including integration with RESTful APIs and understanding of the overall full-stack architecture. Ability to collaborate with backend engineers to ensure smooth data flow between the front-end and back-end.
Proven experience working within Agile methodologies (Scrum or Kanban), including participating in sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives. Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach to working with cross-functional teams (QA, Engineering, Product, and Design).
Required Education:
Bachelor's or foreign equivalent Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience
Job Posting Segment:
Technology & DigitalJob Posting Primary Business:
Disney Signature ExperiencesPrimary Job Posting Category:
Software EngineerEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Celebration, FL, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2025-04-09