Manager, Software Engineering
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Orlando
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Posting Title: Manager, Software Engineering Req ID:
10145435 Job Description: 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. Disney Experiences Technology creates
world-class immersive experiences for Walt Disney World, Disneyland
Resort, and beyond. As the Manager of Technology for Site Specific
Apps , you will lead the software delivery and product teams
responsible for the critical "engines" of our operation. Your
portfolio includes a diverse array of specialized applications—from
Textile Operations and Animal Services to the Disney College
Program applications. We are looking for a leader who pairs deep
software engineering rigor with a visionary approach to Artificial
Intelligence. You won't just implement AI in the products; you will
revolutionize the way we build them—leveraging AI to gain quality
and efficiency throughout the entire Software Development Life
Cycle (SDLC). What you will do: Engineering Excellence: Drive high
standards across software engineering, ensuring security,
reliability, monitoring, cost awareness, service level agreements,
and responsible usage across apps and platforms. Partner with
infrastructure, security, accessibility, and vendor sustainment
teams to ensure systems are production-ready, compliant, scalable,
and resilient. Technical Leadership & Architecture: Act as a
technical leader for your portfolio, shaping application
architecture, integration patterns, and engineering best practices
while remaining close enough to the work to ensure engineering
rigor. Team Leadership: Direct a team of software engineers and
product professionals, fostering a "people-first" culture that
prioritizes mentorship, and growth. AI-Driven SDLC: Implement a
vision for "Next-Gen" engineering by integrating GenAI tools into
every phase of the lifecycle—from automated requirement gathering
and code generation to intelligent testing and deployment. Business
Operations Technology Delivery: Lead delivery squads in the design
and execution of technology solutions that solve real-world
operational challenges, ensuring technology always drives
measurable business outcomes. Roadblock Removal: Act with a
relentless bias for action, identifying and removing technical or
organizational hurdles to ensure the team remains focused on
high-value delivery. Financial Management: Accurately forecast and
manage the budget for your area, utilizing financial tracking as a
primary indicator of project health and delivery velocity. Who you
are: Constantly Curious : You are a lifelong learner who is always
looking for ways to improve yourself, your team, and the business
processes you support. Technical Polyglot : You are adept in modern
software architecture and stay hands-on enough to ensure the
engineering rigor of your team remains elite. People-First Leader :
You lead through influence and empathy, understanding that "The
Magic" starts with a supported and empowered team. Optimistic
Problem Solver : You have never met a problem you wouldn’t attempt
to solve. You thrive in complexity and find a path forward where
others see dead ends. What makes this role unique: Build and hold
vast stakeholder partnerships across various cast operations lines
of business, encompassing the full portfolio ranging from Textiles
supply chain, Park/Zoo Animal Services, Disney Media Events, and
the Disney College Program, to provide end-to-end product
experience and ensure data-driven outcomes. Direct impact on
real-world, on-site operations that power Disney Experiences.
Opportunity to shape how GenAI is responsibly applied across
operational technology. High ownership across people, delivery, and
technical direction. Ability to modernize legacy operational
systems while building next-generation capabilities. Required
Qualifications & Skills: Leadership Experience : 8 years of related
work experience, with at least 5 years of experience managing
high-performing software delivery or product teams and leading
through influence. Engineering Rigor : Deep experience in the full
Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), with a proven track record
of delivering enterprise-grade applications. Financial Acumen :
Proven ability to manage budgets and accurately forecast financial
needs; ability to use financial data to assess and communicate the
health of project delivery. AI Visionary : Practical experience or
a clear strategic vision for using AI/LLMs to improve code quality,
testing automation, and development velocity. Business Operations
Technology Aptitude : Ability to navigate complex, multi-site
business operations and translate them into technology requirements
and delivery priorities. Vendor & Resource Management : Experience
managing a mix of internal Cast members and third-party resources
to ensure delivery consistency and quality. Required Education:
Bachelor's or foreign equivalent Degree in Computer Science,
Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics
Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work
experience Job Posting Segment: DX Technology Job Posting Primary
Business: US Parks Primary Job Posting Category: Software Engineer
Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal
Code: Orlando, FL, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted: 2026-03-26
Keywords: The Walt Disney Company, Deltona , Manager, Software Engineering, IT / Software / Systems , Orlando, Florida
