The Walt Disney Company · 2 days ago
Lead Software Engineer
Bristol, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expThe Walt Disney Company is a global leader in media and entertainment, seeking a Lead Software Engineer to drive the development of user experiences across their digital platforms. The role involves leading the design and implementation of React-based applications, optimizing front-end solutions, and mentoring other developers to enhance Disney's media offerings.
Amusement Park and ArcadeAnimationConsumer GoodsDigital MediaE-CommerceMedia and EntertainmentMulti-level MarketingPerforming ArtsResorts
Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and optimization of React-based user interfaces for Disney’s digital platforms
Architect scalable, reusable, and high-performance front-end solutions to support complex business needs
Ensure efficient state management using Redux and other relevant technologies
Implement best practices in front-end performance, accessibility, and security
Mentor and guide React developers and contractors, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards
Conduct code reviews, provide feedback, and facilitate knowledge sharing across teams
Set technical direction for front-end development, ensuring alignment with architectural goals
Work closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to define requirements and deliver seamless user experiences
Collaborate with DevOps and QA teams to optimize deployment, testing, and performance monitoring
Partner with stakeholders across Disney Entertainment & ESPN to drive innovation and continuous improvement
Advocate for intuitive, user-friendly interfaces by working closely with UX/UI designers
Ensure adherence to Disney’s design systems and maintain consistency across products
Experiment with new front-end technologies and frameworks to enhance the user experience
Identify and resolve front-end bottlenecks, optimizing rendering and load times
Implement best practices for lazy loading, code splitting, and caching
Stay up-to-date with the latest React, JavaScript, and front-end ecosystem advancements
Introduce new tools, frameworks, and methodologies to enhance the development lifecycle
Provide technical support and troubleshooting for React applications in production
Monitor and address bugs, errors, and performance issues proactively
Work with DevOps teams to ensure smooth CI/CD pipelines for front-end deployments
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of front-end development experience, with a strong focus on React and modern JavaScript frameworks
3+ years of experience leading UI development efforts, including mentoring and guiding other developers
Proven track record of architecting scalable front-end solutions for large-scale, high-traffic applications
Experience working in agile development environments with cross-functional teams
Experience integrating UI components with RESTful APIs
Proficient in React, Redux, TypeScript, and modern JavaScript (ES6+)
Strong understanding of state management patterns, component lifecycle, and hooks
Experience with frontend performance optimization techniques (lazy loading, code splitting, caching, etc.)
Familiarity with design systems, component libraries, and UI frameworks
Expertise in CSS (SASS, LESS, Tailwind, or styled-components) and responsive design principles
Hands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker), and cloud-based deployment (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Strong ability to mentor and guide junior and mid-level React developers
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with experience working across teams
Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
Preferred
Experience with Next.js or other SSR frameworks
Familiarity with WebAssembly, Three.js, or other advanced web technologies
Knowledge of streaming technologies, media players, or video processing
Experience working in a media, entertainment, or sports industry environment
Company
The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company started as a cartoon studio and evolves into sports coverage and television shows.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11BKey Investors
Citibank
2020-04-13Post Ipo Debt· $5B
2020-03-20Post Ipo Debt· $6B
1978-01-06IPO
Leadership Team
Christine M. McCarthy
Senior Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Jamie Power
SVP, Addressable Sales
Recent News
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