Disney Experiences · 1 day ago
Lead Software Engineer-Licensing/AI Systems
Glendale, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$156K/yr - $209K/yr
7+ years expDisney Experiences Technology creates immersive digital experiences for the Company’s vacation brands. The Lead Software Engineer will drive the development of scalable systems supporting licensing financial operations and AI-driven decision-making.
Entertainment
No H1B
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and deployment of software solutions for licensing financial systems and AI-powered applications
Architect and implement scalable services that integrate with internal and third-party financial platforms
Collaborate with product, finance, and data science teams to define system requirements and deliver intelligent automation
Apply machine learning and AI techniques to optimize licensing workflows, forecasting, and compliance monitoring
Own the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation
Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and technical excellence
Stay current with emerging technologies in AI, financial systems, and cloud-native development to inform strategic decisions
Qualification
Required
7+ years of software engineering experience, including leadership of complex projects
Proven experience with financial systems, licensing workflows, or royalty management platforms
Hands-on expertise in AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn) and data pipelines
Excellent programming skills in languages such as Java, Python, or C#
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes)
Agile development experience and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Preferred
Experience with licensing systems in media, entertainment, or digital content industries
Familiarity with financial compliance standards and audit processes
Background in data engineering or applied AI in enterprise environments
Master's degree or certifications in AI, Data Science, or Financial Technology is a plus
Benefits
A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package
Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits
Company
Disney Experiences
Disney Experiences brings the magic of Disney stories and franchises to life through theme parks, resorts, cruise ships, unique vacation experiences, products and more around the world.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
John Nelson
Chief Executive Officer
Jodie Resnick
Vice President, Synergy, Partnership Marketing & Promotions
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