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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Manager Product Software Engineering - **Company:** Walt Disney Studios - **Location:** Glendale, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $171,600.0 - $230,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Code Review, Metadata, Node.Js, Software Product Management, Software Architecture, Software Engineering, Cloud Platform System, Software Security, Backend, Information Technology, Front End Software Development - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobmonkeyjobs.com/career/27835249/Manager-Product-Software-Engineering-California-Glendale-1015 ## About the Role * Passion for leadership and relationship building across cross-functional teams * Hands on experience with Java or Node backend systems * Experience in delivering platform services in cloud environments using open-source technologies * Ability to make decisions about technical best practices and your team's operational process * Be practical and personable with strong communication and writing skills * Good understanding of agile software development methodologies * Experience building multiple concurrent projects of high technical complexity * Minimum 8 years of experience building complex platform applications at scale or other relevant experience, * 8+ years of experience leading teams of software engineers building complex applications at scale * Industry experience with Asset Management, CMS, or DAM ecosystems * Experience with Media Management or Workflows * Experience with media security, application security * Fullstack or Front-End development experience a plus in addition to Backend architecture design Required Education: * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience demonstrating an expert level understanding of software development and infrastructure ## Description We are the Content Platforms team with a mission to "reimagine the technical ecosystem that empowers The Walt Disney Company to harness its unparalleled storytelling and distribute it around the world." Content Platforms is part of the Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology (DEET) segment which is responsible for The Walt Disney Company's direct-to-consumer businesses globally, including the ESPN+ sports streaming service, programmed in conjunction with ESPN; Disney+, the Disney-branded direct-to-consumer streaming service; global advertising sales and ad technology for all of Disney's media properties, including ABC, ESPN, Freeform, FX Networks, National Geographic and the Disney Channels; Hotstar, the leading over-the-top streaming service in India; and the Company's majority ownership stake in Hulu. As the Manager of Software Engineering on our team, you will be responsible for leading several teams of developers working across varying projects in helping build Disney's media supply chain. As their leader, you will mentor and guide, as well as assist in the tactical execution at the ground level. You are still expected to have a deep understanding of the technology we build, and the tools we use to do so. You will participate in code reviews and help with larger architectural decision making, while also managing the operations of your teams., * Responsible for software engineering leadership and direction across Asset Inventory Management (ingest, metadata, storage, discovery, and core asset/inventory lifecycle). * Responsible for software engineering leadership and direction across Asset Delivery and Platform Services (integrations, external APIs, pipelines, streaming, delivery workflows and infrastructure). * Help with mid-level CapEx projects and the estimation, budget planning and associated vendor contracts * Be accountable for the performance and results of multiple teams of software engineers in multiple locations globally * Make decisions and provide leadership in high pressure and time sensitive situations, guided by resource availability and functional objectives * Facilitate communication and healthy collaboration between your teams and the product, design, marketing, QA and business teams we work closely with * Exhibit expert knowledge to analyze the intricacies of complex technical challenges; stay informed of industry innovations; provide new perspectives on existing solutions * Regularly report on status and team health, while identifying your team's gaps and needs for your leadership * Work closely with your project management counterparts to manage team timelines and resourcing * Mentor and grow the careers of managers and senior engineers * Help with software design and review and approve software architecture and development plans for new and complex products and features * Help with the recruitment and hiring for your team * Any other duties needed to help achieve Business Objectives ## Related Videos - [Stop using Node.js like in 2020! 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