Senior Product Manager I, Programmatic & Self-Service

Job ID 10094323 Location New York, New York, United States / Santa Monica, California, United States / Glendale, California, United States / Seattle, Washington, United States Business Disney Entertainment & ESPN Technology Date posted Aug. 14, 2024

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"I didn't think it was possible that something I did for fun - telling sports stories through stats - could become my job until I came here."

Ana, Sr. Researcher, ESPN

Job Summary:

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.

DE&ET Ad Platforms is seeking a Sr. Product Manager.

Our team is dedicated to building and managing the technology driving Disney's multi-billion dollar advertising enterprise. Working with globally distributed teams across all Disney media brands, we influence everything from foundational infrastructure development to innovative ad experiences and formats. Recognized for our award-winning technologies, we are integral to Disney's advertising success and the future of streaming.

Job Summary:

Join us as a Sr. Product Manager, where you will play a key role in redefining advertising technology. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Product, you will focus on product operations within the development lifecycle. You will collaborate with Product Managers to execute strategic initiatives for The Walt Disney Company’s CTV Automated Marketplace, focusing on programmatic and self-service solutions.

We're seeking an action-oriented individual with a passion for solving complex problems and the ability to effectively communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. If you're someone who thrives on collaboration and is excited about shaping the future of advertising technology in a fast-paced environment, this role is perfect for you.

Responsibilities:

Collect stakeholder use cases, translate them into detailed product specifications and user stories, create data flows, develop implementation plans, and document resources.
Work with cross-functional teams, including Architecture, Design, Program, Engineering, and Business Stakeholders to align requirements and shape the product roadmap and strategy based on business priorities.
Analyze qualitative and quantitative data to inform product decisions and drive improvements.
Lead User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and ensure product release readiness, including providing training, documentation, and support to stakeholders and end users.
Manage a portfolio of products and projects, ensuring timely execution against business goals.
Identify, analyze, and recommend technical integration strategies with partners and vendors.
Collaborate with Product Managers to innovate platform services.
Define, manage, and optimize business processes and tools to streamline product development.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically while also paying attention to detail.
Effective prioritization skills and ability to make informed decisions in ambiguous situations.
Proficient in leading through influence across different functions and organizational boundaries.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced operational environment characterized by frequent change.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Understanding of Product Management principles, product development processes, methodologies (Agile/Scrum), and best practices.
Experience with programmatic advertising and/or self-service platforms preferred.
Experience working in advertising, streaming media, or similar technology-driven industries.
5+ years in Product or similar roles supporting technical product development and/or designing and implementing complex technical solutions.

The hiring range for this position in Santa Monica, CA is $136,100 - $182,400 per year, in NYC and Seattle is $142,600 - $191,100 per year and in San Francisco is $149,000 - $199,800 based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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 & ESPN Technology:

Disney Entertainment and ESPN Technology (DE&E Technology) provides the technological backbone and product development for Disney’s two media business units, while helping to keep the company at the vanguard of innovation – enabling the Company to continuously leverage technology to enhance storytelling and creativity, while delivering scalability, flexibility, and efficiency for its businesses.

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 & ESPN 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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