Job Posting Title:
Principal Software EngineerReq ID:
10156763Job Description:
Department Description
“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX). Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club.
Team Description:
We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology & 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 Parks Commercial Platforms organization within Technology & Digital for Disney Experiences.
The Principal Software Engineer will report to the Sr. Manager Technology.
About The Role & Team:
This role provides architecture leadership and end-to-end solution ownership for applications and services within Lodging Sales Distribution. The position leads implementation of complex features, supports planning and estimation for major capital initiatives, and evaluates emerging technologies including AI-enabled delivery capabilities. As the primary subject matter expert during Sev1 and Sev2 incidents, the role leads root cause analysis, remediation planning, and resiliency improvements to minimize downtime. The position also mentors lead and senior engineers while maintaining architectural consistency across multiple systems and teams.
What You’ll Do:
Own the analysis, design, program, debugging, and modifications of software improvements and/or new products used in local, networked, cloud-based, or Internet-related computer programs
Lead projects that may be used in commercial and end-user applications or focus on software and tools supporting infrastructure and technology platforms
Work typically involves large or highly sophisticated software programs and systems
Possess expertise in current programming languages and technologies, with strong skills in writing code and programming tasks
Initiate the testing and debugging of applications, using conceptual and innovative thinking to drive sophisticated, highly scalable solutions throughout the organization
Contribute to the conception, design, development, testing, and implementation of software components, fixes, improvements, and/or new systems and applications
Exercise full autonomy to interact with users across diverse teams and levels to define system requirements and/or necessary modifications
Lead and influence the direction and prioritization of the design and development of highly scalable software systems and applications
Engage in the estimation and planning of highly sophisticated scalable projects and their budget allocations
Continuously monitor and evaluate emerging technologies within your area of expertise to drive informed decision-making and recommendations
Required Qualifications & Skills
Minimum 10 years of related work experience
Excellent communication and leadership abilities, to ensure effective growth and development of team
A visionary who motivates teams to excel and fosters creativity, consistently driving excellence in all endeavors
An advocate for a diverse and inclusive culture that encourages innovation and ensures every team member feels a sense of belonging
Authority in Java/Spring Boot microservices, RESTful API design, Angular, Node.js, cloud hosted and containerized platforms including AWS and Docker, AI tools such as Amazon Kiro, Cursor, Github Copliot and Claude, demonstrating deep expertise and knowledge in the field
Preferred Qualifications:
Technical Skills
Expertise in Java/Spring Boot microservices, RESTful API design, and service-oriented architecture.
Strong experience with Angular, Node.js, cloud-hosted and containerized platforms including AWS and Docker.
Proficiency with deployment configuration management, content delivery technologies, observability platforms, authentication, and authorization frameworks.
Deep commerce and e-commerce domain knowledge with experience supporting large-scale guest-facing applications.
Advanced AI-assisted software development using tools such as Amazon Kiro, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and Claude to accelerate solutioning, prototyping, development, testing, and delivery.
Leadership Skills
Proven ability to drive architecture decisions, evaluate tradeoffs, and lead complex technical initiatives across organizations.
Strong collaboration and partnership skills to align multiple engineering teams and accelerate delivery outcomes.
Experience mentoring senior technical contributors and serving as a recognized subject matter expert during critical incidents.
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
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The hiring range for this position in Orlando, FL is $179,500 - $240,600 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.Job Posting Segment:
DX TechnologyJob Posting Primary Business:
CommercePrimary Job Posting Category:
Software EngineerEmployment Type:
Full timePrimary City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Orlando, FL, USAAlternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted:
2026-08-05Skills Required
- Minimum 10 years of related work experience
- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a comparable field, and/or equivalent work experience
- Expertise in Java and Spring Boot microservices
- Expertise in RESTful API design and service-oriented architecture
- Strong experience with Angular and Node.js
- Experience with AWS and Docker cloud-hosted and containerized platforms
- Excellent communication and leadership abilities
- Experience leading architecture decisions and complex technical initiatives
- Experience mentoring senior technical contributors
- Experience serving as a subject matter expert during critical incidents
- Proficiency with deployment configuration management, content delivery technologies, observability platforms, authentication, and authorization frameworks
- Deep commerce and e-commerce domain knowledge supporting large-scale guest-facing applications
- Advanced AI-assisted software development using Amazon Kiro, Cursor, GitHub Copilot, and Claude
The Walt Disney Company Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about The Walt Disney Company and has not been reviewed or approved by The Walt Disney Company.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recent union agreements raised wage floors for large groups of park cast members—e.g., Disneyland’s $24/hour minimum rising to $26 over the contract and Walt Disney World’s path from $18 toward about $20–$20.50 by 2026—signaling upward movement in hourly pay. These steps are described as meaningful improvements for many frontline roles.
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Healthcare Strength — Company materials outline medical, dental, and vision coverage for many full‑time roles, wellness resources, and (in Central Florida) access to Centers for Living Well clinics and pharmacy. References to mental‑health support and paid time off reinforce a strong core health offering.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Complimentary theme‑park admission and discounts on hotels, dining, merchandise, and recreation are positioned as signature perks. Education support through Disney Aspire adds notable lifestyle value for eligible hourly employees.
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What We Do
The Walt Disney Company is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that operates through segments including entertainment, sports, and experiences.
