Primary Skills: Server-Side Development (Advanced), TypeScript (Proficient), Node.js (Expert), Design Patterns (Expert), API Design (Advanced)

Contract Type: W2

Duration: 11+ Months

Location: This person can be remote BUT must be close to a Hub Office (Santa Monica/SFO/Seattle/ NYC/Orlando/Woodlands, TX)

Pay Range: $83 - $93 Per Hour on W2

Job Summary:

Join Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology to redefine and enhance media consumption through innovative digital products, powered advertising, and efficient content distribution. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll be crafting the future infrastructure of Disney's media business. Your work will impact millions, maximizing reach and scale across platforms like Disney+, Hulu, ABC, and ESPN, fostering innovation that sets industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:
• Collaborate with Product and Business teams to refine user experiences across sign-up, switch, cancellation, and account management processes.
• Translate product requirements into technical solutions, ensuring future-proof, scalable API development for commerce experiences.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead technical discussions to share expertise and set best practices within the team.
• Oversee the software development lifecycle, from conceptualization and design to implementation and performance measurement.
• Define and measure key technical and operational metrics to ensure system health and reliability.

Must-Have Skills:
• Expertise in server-side development and strong programming proficiency in TypeScript or related languages.
• In-depth knowledge and experience with Node.js and its ecosystem.
• Strong foundation in design patterns, architectural skills, and API design.

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