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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineer - **Company:** The Walt Disney Company - **Location:** Lake Buena Vista, FL, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $111,900.0 - $150,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), PHP (Programming Language), Amazon Web Services, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Software Bug Management, Code Review, Relational Databases, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Software Debugging, Hibernate (Java), Java Persistence API, MariaDB, Enterprise Messaging Systems, MySQL, Oracle (Applications), Scrum Methodology, RabbitMQ, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Backend, Git, Event Driven Architecture, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Front End Software Development, Restful APIs, Docker - **Published:** July 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000ggttnq ## About the Role + A minimum of 3 years of professional software engineering experience, with a focus on backend development. + Comfortable navigating systems with CLI or terminal commands. + Strong proficiency in **modern** Java (21+) and the Spring / Spring Boot framework. + Experience with JPA/Hibernate and relational databases (MariaDB, MySQL, Oracle, or similar). + Solid understanding of RESTful API design and best practices. + Familiarity with event-driven architecture and messaging systems (pub/sub, queues). + Working knowledge of Agile/Scrum practices. + Some experience with front-end web development, ideally React. + Comfort with Git, code review workflows, and automated testing (unit and integration). + Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently on well-scoped problems. + Clear written and verbal communication with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Nice to Have: + Experience with PHP or Go. + Hands-on use of AI-assisted development tools such as Cursor or Claude Code. + Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Docker, or Kubernetes. + Experience with a cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Education: + Bachelor's degree or international equivalent in Computer Science, Info Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience. ## Description We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology and 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 Retail & Restaurant Commerce Technology organization within Technology & Digital for Disney Parks, Experiences, and Products. It works closely with a diverse team of engineers and service owners from across the company. What You'll Do + Design, build, and maintain backend services and RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot. + Model, persist, and query data using JPA/Hibernate against relational databases (MariaDB, MySQL, Oracle, or similar), including writing efficient SQL. + Build and integrate event-driven components using pub/sub messaging and queues (e.g.,Kafka, RabbitMQ, or cloud-native equivalents) to support asynchronous, decoupled workflows. + Contribute to front-end features, primarily in React, when a task calls for full-stack ownership. + Participate in the full Agile/Scrum lifecycle: sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, retrospectives, and demos. + Write clean, well-tested, maintainable code; review teammates' pull requests and respond to feedback on your own. + Debug and resolve production issues, including performance, reliability, and scalability problems. + Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to translate requirements into technical solutions. + Contribute to technical design discussions and document your approach for moderately complex components. + Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge through code reviews, pairing, and informal tech talks. Who You Are: + Your day will typically start with checking messages and PR notifications, followed by a daily stand-up with your team. Most engineers split their time between reviewing open pull requests, focused coding on features or bug fixes, and testing changes locally. + Afternoons often include sprint planning, design discussions, or syncs with product and design partners. 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