Experienced Lead Data Engineer for Disney Remote Careers and Disney Data Entry Jobs – Cloud-Based Data Solutions and Infrastructure Development

Introduction to Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology At Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we are reimagining approaches to create magical viewing experiences for the world's most cherished memories while transforming Disney's media enterprise for the future. Whether that's evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering global marketing and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney's unparalleled entertainment and sports content, each day is an opportunity to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people across the globe. Why Join Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology? There are several reasons why you'd love working for Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology. You will be building the future of Disney's media enterprise, designing and constructing the infrastructure that will power Disney's media, marketing, and distribution companies for years to come. You will have the opportunity to work on products and structures that satisfy hundreds of thousands of customers every minute of every day – from Disney+ and Hulu, to ABC News and Entertainment, to ESPN and ESPN+, and many more. Additionally, you will be part of a team that innovates and executes groundbreaking products and strategies that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment, and news. Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Lead Data Engineer to help us grow the data platform. You will be embedded in the Orchestration team that runs workflow scheduling packages and data ingestion infrastructure that enables the analytics, operations, and data science behind our flagship streaming packages - Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, and Star+. You will have the opportunity to understand the challenges of facilitating a high-quality, seamless media streaming experience across mobile, connected devices, and web, all while using the latest technologies available from AWS and beyond. Responsibilities and Duties of the Role The key responsibilities of the Lead Data Engineer role include: Leading a cross-functional team of engineers to build software for a large-scale data processing environment supporting real-time and batch data that underpins all analytic and operational data flows Building tools and services to support data discovery, lineage, resiliency, and privacy compliance across the data platform Designing and developing CICD processes for infrastructure components that ensure high availability and agility Driving software engineering and architecture best practices and standards within the team and wider organization, alongside a culture of quality, innovation, and experimentation Providing mentorship and guidance for team members; evangelizing the platform, best-practices, data-driven decisions; identifying new use cases and capabilities and driving adoption Required Education, Experience, Skills, and Training The basic qualifications for the Lead Data Engineer role include: 3+ years of applicable professional experience Fluency in Python and Scala Deep experience deploying and running cloud-based data solutions (ideally AWS) and infrastructure-as-code frameworks like Terraform Ability to dive deep into any technical aspect as well as understand and drive the overall systems architecture Excellent written and verbal communication skills The preferred qualifications for the Lead Data Engineer role include: Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field Experience maintaining real-time data infrastructure such as Kinesis or Kafka Expertise with workflow scheduler tools such as Airflow Experience with Scala, Python, Terraform, and AWS What We Offer The hiring range for this role is $35 to $45 per hour. The base pay actually offered will consider internal equity and may also vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive devices may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, depending on the level and function offered. Benefits of Working at Disney 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 helps our employees and cast members to maintain their best lives, grow individually and professionally, and take advantage of the unique extras that only Disney can offer. Some of the benefits of working at Disney include: Online learning tools and programs designed to foster inclusion and support growth and development for all employees and cast members Opportunities to volunteer through Disney VoluntEARS Disney Commuter Assistance program to help employees and cast members find commuter resources, options, and incentives Discounts available at select hotels, dining, products, and recreational locations Flexibility @ Disney, designed to fit your professional and personal needs, offering a portfolio of options for a work arrangement that lets you thrive, both in your career and in your life Affordable health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, available for full-time positions On-site, low-cost, and back-up child care options available at select locations Vacation and sick leave available for full-time positions, with vacation and personal holidays accrued based on length of service, role, and hours worked Retirement plans available for full-time and part-time positions Complimentary theme park admission for full-time and part-time positions after weeks of employment Educational compensation and Disney Aspire, which pays 100% tuition upfront at community colleges for full-time and part-time hourly employees About Disney Direct to Consumer Disney's Direct to Consumer team oversees the Hulu and Disney+ streaming businesses within Disney Entertainment, helping to bring The Walt Disney Company's best-in-class storytelling to fans and families everywhere. About The Walt Disney Company The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified global family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent position in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of its family. Disney's stories, characters, and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally loved. We Encourage You to Apply! Even if you feel you're not a perfect match, we'd still love to hear from you. We are looking for great people to join our friendly team. 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