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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Software Engineer - **Company:** The Walt Disney Company - **Location:** Orlando, FL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $148,300.0 - $198,800.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Applications Architecture, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Software as a Service, Cloud Computing, Encodings, Information Systems, Databases, Continuous Integration, Data Architecture, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Amazon DynamoDB, Design of User Interfaces, Spring Framework, MongoDB, NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Software Engineering, Software Systems, Web Applications, Google Cloud, Application Enhancement Tool, Test-Driven Development (TDD), GitHub Copilot, Grafana, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Software Coding, Restful APIs, Splunk, Appdynamics, Docker, Microservices - **Published:** September 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3387081621&tx=KP5555FFI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54 ## About the Role * 7+ years of experience building large-scale software systems and web applications, leading engineering teams and projects, with hands-on experience in solution and application architecture. * Expertise with enterprise architecture repository tools (e.g., tools similar toBlueDolphin or LeanIX) * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-domain architectural initiatives and guide decision processes * Experience developing and managing architecture taxonomies, patterns, and standards. * Proven ability to align architecture with strategic objectives, OKRs, and scorecards. * Hands-on familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), API-led integration, security-by-design, and data architecture principles. * Strong hands-on skills in Java 21+, Spring, microservices, and RESTful APIs. * Deep experience with AWS, databases (DynamoDB, Aurora, MongoDB), Kafka, Docker, and CI/CD pipelines. * Solid understanding of object-oriented design, coding best practices, and Agile/Test-Driven Development. * Experience running and monitoring distributed production systems, including tools like Splunk, Grafana, or AppDynamics. * Knowledge of inventory optimization and preventing overbooking-type issues. * Hands-on experience using AI-powered coding tools (Copilot, Cursor, Amazon Q, Claude, etc.) to accelerate development. * Able to lead complex projects independently - setting direction, solving hard problems, and guiding testing and debugging. * Comfortable managing multiple projects at once and making fast decisions under pressure. * Experience working with distributed/remote teams. * Strong mentoring skills - able to train, guide, and review the work of junior engineers. * Good communicator who can work well with product owners, UI/UX teams, and other technical and business stakeholders. * Adaptable, thrives in fast-changing, sometimes ambiguous environments. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in Disney, Food & Beverage, Attractions & Entertainment domain Required Education : * Bachelor's or foreign equivalent Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience. ## Description This role sits in the Retail, Restaurant & Supply Chain Technology organization within Technology & Digital for Disney Experiences. It works closely with a diverse team of engineers, business stakeholders, and service owners from across the company. The Lead Software Engineer will report to the Manager, Software Engineering. What You'll Do * Lead and personally build (hands-on coding expected) scalable, well-documented software systems, applications, APIs, and RESTful services - from technical specs through delivery - using Java, AWS/cloud-native patterns, relational and NoSQL databases, messaging, and orchestration technologies. * Champion AI-driven development and architecture, embedding AI-powered tools (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Amazon Q, Claude, Kiro) across the software lifecycle - from design and coding to testing and troubleshooting - to accelerate delivery and elevate quality, while shaping how the team adopts AI in its engineering practices. * Set architectural direction by translating complex functional, technical, and business requirements into solution architecture, coordinating with Architecture and IT stakeholders, evaluating technology choices (software, hardware, SaaS/PaaS), and developing proof-of-concepts and roadmaps that align applications with reference architecture. * Own dining and bookable experience reservation systems, maintaining deep expertise in inventory, availability, offers, and reservations, and proactively preventing overbooking issues that could impact guests. * Integrate and support complex systems across databases, messaging, and orchestration platforms, and manage AWS infrastructure to keep production and lower environments reliable. * Drive engineering quality and continuous improvement through code and design reviews, automated testing, end-to-end troubleshooting and root-cause analysis, and proactive recommendations to processes, technologies, and coding practices - maintaining focus and sound judgment in a dynamic, fast-paced, cross-functional environment. * Collaborate cross-functionally with product owners, engineering partners, delivery managers, business analysts, and other architecture teams to align solutions with current and future business needs, estimate delivery, and communicate the team's value. ## Related Videos - [Our journey with Spring Boot in a microservice architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/511-our-journey-with-spring-boot-in-a-microservice-architecture) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [Docker build without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100114-docker-build-without-docker) - [The Software Engineer 2030: From Coder To AI Orchestrator? - Patrick Schnell](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1825-the-software-engineer-2030-from-coder-to-ai-orchestrator-patrick-schnell) ## Related Articles - [What is Software Engineering?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/289-what-is-software-engineering) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [How to Answer the Interview Question: “Why Do You Want to Be a Software Engineer?”](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/392-how-to-answer-the-interview-question-why-do-you-want-to-be-a-software-engineer) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)