Manager, Software Engineering (Living Room Devices / Mobile)

Job ID 10142540 Location New York, New York, United States / Glendale, California, United States Business Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology Date posted Feb. 18, 2026

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Job Summary:

Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology

On any given day at Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology, we’re reimagining ways to create magical viewing experiences for the world’s most beloved stories while also transforming Disney’s media business for the future. Whether that’s evolving our streaming and digital products in new and immersive ways, powering worldwide advertising and distribution to maximize flexibility and efficiency, or delivering Disney’s unmatched entertainment and sports content, every day is a moment to make a difference to partners and to hundreds of millions of people around the world.

A few reasons why we think you’d love working for Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology

Building the future of Disney’s media business: DE&E Technologists are designing and building the infrastructure that will power Disney’s media, advertising, and distribution businesses for years to come.
Reach & Scale: The products and platforms this group builds and operates delight millions of consumers every minute of every day – from Disney+ and Hulu, to ABC News and Entertainment, to ESPN and ESPN+, and much more.
Innovation: We develop and execute groundbreaking products and techniques that shape industry norms and enhance how audiences experience sports, entertainment & news.

The team responsible for building ABC News is seeking a Software Engineer Manager. This is a great opportunity to work on a leading news product at ABC News on its mission to inform and inspire. In this role, you will be responsible for leading and growing a team of 8-10 engineers across Android, iOS, Android TV, Fire TV, tvOS, Kepler, and Roku. This team will be responsible for the playback functionality in the ABC News Mobile application on Android and iOS as well as the living room devices across Android TV, Fire TV, tvOS, Kepler, and

Roku. This role requires a deep understanding of mobile platforms and technologies as well as an in-depth understanding of video playback and video ad technologies. The manager of this team will be responsible for collaborating with product, design, analytics, and QA partners on Mobile and TV to establish roadmaps and deliver projects.

In this role, you will also get the opportunity to support the Marvel Unlimited and Star Wars mobile applications on an as needed basis.

Why you want to work with us:

Nurture a highly collaborative, world-class team of software engineers.
Work on a cutting-edge and evolving technology stack.
Own substantial features shipped to millions of users.
Influence the innovation of high-profile products in the media streaming landscape.
Join an inclusive culture that incorporates diverse perspectives and supports individual needs.

Responsibilities and Duties of the Role:

Oversee development of feature-rich native Android, iOS, tvOS, Android TV, Fire TV, Roku, and Kepler applications
Lead and Identify areas for growth within the team processes and develop new systems for collaboration
Work with developers to create sustainable, well-architected solutions that are built to last.
Manage production issues and solve novel problems.
Act as the main point of contact for multiple (2-3) agile teams participating in the full lifecycle of application development
Mentor associate, mid-level, and senior team members and support developers through code review and pair programming
Create opportunities to learn and teach others and open doors for advancement and growth
Collaborate with stakeholders across cross-functional teams to set expectations and navigate dynamic projects

Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training

8 Years of technical experience
2 years of technical engineering leadership experience
Expert knowledge of Mobile development languages and ecosystems
Experience leading a team, including delegating responsibility and balancing competing priorities.
Experience integrating with backend systems, web services, and third-party software
Experience and knowledge of playback and ad technologies
Hold high standards of quality for both the codebases you contribute to and the applications you build.

Required Education, Experience/Skills/Training:

A growth mindset towards learning, experience mentoring others, and a desire to give and receive feedback.
Experience composing and presenting thoughtful and implementable solutions to a variety of stakeholders (technical and non-technical)

Required Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, California is $171,600 to $230,100 per year and in New York City is $179,700 - $241,000 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.

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About Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology:

At Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology, we’re blending imagination and innovation to reimagine the ways people experience and engage with the world’s most beloved stories and products. Our work is wide-ranging and deeply sophisticated. We create amazing experiences, transform the future of media, and build products and platforms that enable the connection between people everywhere and the stories and sports they love.

Disney’s ability to marry world-class technology with one-of-a-kind creativity makes us unique. It is at the heart of our past, present, and future. We are Storytellers and Innovators. Creators and Builders. Entertainers and Engineers.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the 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 cherished.

This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business we call Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology.

Disney Streaming Technology LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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