Lead Software Engineer-AI Licensing & Publishing Systems

At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) is a world-class entertainment and technological leader.

Walt's passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world-a passion that remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a variety of other businesses. Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences - and we're constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences.

This role sits within the Technology & Digital organization for Disney Experiences and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams across the company. The Lead Software Engineer will report to the Sr Manager, Technology.

We are seeking a visionary Lead Software Engineer to drive the development of scalable, intelligent systems that support licensing financial operations and AI-driven decision-making. This role will be instrumental in shaping the architecture and delivery of next-generation platforms that power financial licensing workflows and predictive analytics.

- Lead the design, development, and deployment of software solutions for licensing financial systems and AI-powered applications. - Architect and implement scalable services that integrate with internal and third-party financial platforms. - Collaborate with product, finance, and data science teams to define system requirements and deliver intelligent automation. - Apply machine learning and AI techniques to optimize licensing workflows, forecasting, and compliance monitoring. - Own the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation. - Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and technical excellence. - Stay current with emerging technologies in AI, financial systems, and cloud-native development to inform strategic decisions.

- 7+ years of software engineering experience, including leadership of complex projects. - Proven experience with financial systems, licensing workflows, or royalty management platforms. - Hands-on expertise of developing and deploying custom AI solutions using LLMs to automate business processes or improve business outcomes in enterprise environments . - Excellent programming skills in languages such as Java and Python. - Experience with cloud platforms (AWS,GCP) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes). - Agile development experience and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines. - Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

- Experience with licensing systems in media, entertainment, or digital content industries. - Familiarity with financial compliance standards and audit processes.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

Master's degree in Technology is a plus.

#DISNEYTECH The hiring range for this position in Glendale California is $150,000-$180,000 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 Primary Business: Tech Delivery, Platforms, & Core Systems

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code: Orlando, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code: USA - CA - 1200 Grand Central Ave