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Software Engineer

| Kissimmee, FL, USA | Hybrid
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About the Role & Team
We create happiness." That's our motto at Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, and it permeates everything we do. At Disney, you'll help encourage that magic by enabling our company to push the limits and build the never-before-seen! Are you ready to join this team and make an impact?
Self-driven individual contributor performing full-stack software development supporting various control systems for attractions, live entertainment and interactive experiences across Disney properties and cruise ships. Perform software engineering tasks including engineering analysis, testing, requirements validation, maintenance, inspection procedures and installation. Successful candidate must be able to work with multiple collaborators and partners from all levels of the organization to determine data and requirements driven technical solutions.
This is a Full-Time Role.
What You Will Do

  • Assist or lead all avenues of the engineering process, including but not limited to: Investigation, Design, Development, Deployment, Integration, Close-out, Training, and Sustainment.
  • Create, develop, maintain, debug, document, and release software in multiple software languages.
  • Design and implement entertainment control systems for live shows and attractions.
  • Work as part of a creative team to build new venues and shows while bringing creative intent to fruition.
  • Implement design specifications for cybersecurity and networking compliance.
  • Integrate Safety Integrity Level (SIL) compliant safety solutions within a Programable Logic Controller (PLC environment.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely with multiple partners.


Required Qualifications & Skills

  • Ability to read, write, understand and translate multiple software languages (C, C++, C#, Python, Node JS, Structured Text).
  • Hands-on experience designing, coding, testing, debugging and deployment for large scale software solutions.
  • Experience developing custom graphical user interfaces and HMIs.
  • In-depth understanding of control system protocols.
  • Understanding of PLC software implementation.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose with little notice, while maintaining consistency with architectures in place.
  • Ability to prioritize and switch between different roles within this position, without degrading performance.
  • Ability to handle resourcing, budgets, and timelines against project milestones.
  • Must have a high tolerance for change and changing requirements.
  • Must have a valid passport or be able to acquire one and be willing to travel internationally for project work.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Familiarity with show control hardware or software (AMX, Navigator, Beckhoff TwinCAT, V16, or similar devices).
  • 5+ years of proven experience in the theme park and/or live entertainment domain.
  • Knowledge and experience integrating audio, video, lighting and automation systems with control software.
  • Familiarity with different show communication methodologies (MIDI, RS-232, DMX, sACN, Artnet, Posistagenet, etc).
  • Experience building system requirements based on scope definition.


Education

  • Bachelors Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, related field or 5+ years of professional software development experience.


Additional Information
Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide. Learn more about our benefits and perks at https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits.
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An Insider's view of The Walt Disney Company

How does the company support your career growth?

Over my 13 years with the company, I’ve had passionate leaders and colleagues with diverse backgrounds who have taught me and given me opportunities to expand into areas I never thought possible. You have the freedom to take career risks and apply your previous experience in ways you may not anticipate.

Chase

Product Management Director

What is your vision for the company?

Disney has always been at the heart of the evolution of the media industry, and technology is an essential part of that. The way that we tell and consume stories in the future is going to be completely different than it is today, and The Walt Disney Company is uniquely positioned to shape and create that future.

Jamie

SVP/Chief Technology Officer, The Walt Disney Studios

What are The Walt Disney Company Perks + Benefits

The Walt Disney Company Benefits Overview

Because our employees and cast members are at the heart of everything we do, Disney offers a competitive total rewards package that includes pay, health and savings benefits, time-off programs, educational opportunities and more. Together, these rewards make up a comprehensive package that help you live your best life, grow personally and professionally and take advantage of the special extras that only Disney can provide.

Eligibility for certain reward programs will vary based on your job status, work location and/or the terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Culture
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Partners with nonprofits
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Diversity employee resource groups
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Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Charitable contribution matching
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Childcare benefits
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Generous PTO
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