Software Engineer-AI

At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) is a world-class entertainment and technological leader. Walt's passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world-a passion that remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a variety of other businesses. Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences - and we're constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences., * Collaborate across teams to integrate AI/ML capabilities into retail and eCommerce platforms, such as personalized recommendations, search optimization, and predictive analysis for guest behavior.

• Resolve defects, support testing efforts, and help debug code on a frequent basis.
• Actively participate in Agile team ceremonies, including planning, refinement, retrospective, and daily standups.
• Work with the team to understand requirements, design and implement solutions, and work with QA to validate those solutions.
• Participate in code reviews to validate changes and grow your knowledge.
• Build features or systems that utilize AI-driven insights, such as sentiment analysis, audience segmentation, or intelligent product recommendations, to improve the guest experience.
• Document and demo your work.
• Experiment with and adopt AI-based tools and frameworks to solve specific guest or business challenges within the retail journey.

• 3+ years of professional experience in a software engineering role or similar.
• 2+ years of experience across the full software development lifecycle
• Strong proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript
• Experience with server-side JavaScript
• Ability to deliver full stack development solutions
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Proactive self-starter with the ability to learn independently, adapt quickly, and dive deep into complex technologies and problems
• Familiarity with AI-powered APIs and tools

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliance for web applications
• Experience with eCommerce SaaS platforms such as Salesforce Commerce Cloud (preferred), Shopify, Magento or Websphere Commerce.
• Hands-on experience in Agile development environments
• Knowledge of recommendation systems to support personalized guest experiences.
• Exposure to AI based development tools
• Understanding of web performance optimizations and metrics
• Familiarity with CI/CD and building tools such as Jenkins or Harness
• Experience building and consuming RESTful API's

Education:

• BS/BA degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience required

The hiring range for this position in Florida is $110,000-$135,000 per year. 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.

We are a dynamic team dedicated to delivering cross-platform integrated Disney experiences and retail experiences. Our aim is to deliver the magic right to our guests' doors and into their lives, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime. As we build new web experiences, we are exploring AI-enhanced solutions that redefine personalization, optimize content recommendations, and provide intelligent decision-making tools for our retail environments. By marrying creativity with AI, we aim to deliver innovative solutions for guests worldwide. As a core member of our DisneyStore team, you will create new experiences and update existing ones for our web properties and services used across our retail environments. You will work closely with developers, QA, product managers, and data scientists on our team, and collaborate with other teams across Disney to create web solutions that delight our guests. Our team is global, with members located across the US and around the world, bringing diverse perspectives and expertise to our work., 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. Disney shines in the travel industry with six resort destinations in the United States, Europe and Asia; a top-rated cruise line; a popular vacation ownership program; and an award-winning guided family adventure business. Plus, Disney's global consumer products operations include the world's leading licensing business; the world's largest children's publishing brands; one of the world's largest licensors of games across all platforms; and Disney store locations around the world and on the web. About The Walt Disney Company: The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished. This position is with Walt Disney Attractions Technology LLC , which is part of a business we call Disney Experiences . Walt Disney Attractions Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.