Senior Software Engineer, Ad Platforms

About Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology

At Disney, technology drives our storytelling and innovation. Our diverse team of engineers, designers, and technologists collaborates to create exceptional media products and experiences that connect with billions of fans worldwide.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Build the Future: Help design and develop cutting-edge products and platforms that will shape the future of Disney's media and advertising businesses.
• Impact at Scale: Your work will directly impact millions of fans across platforms like Disney+, Hulu, ESPN, and ABC, making their connection with Disney's cherished stories even stronger.
• Pioneering Innovation: Be at the forefront of implementing groundbreaking AI and machine learning solutions to tackle unique advertising challenges.

About Our Team:

The Ad Platforms team is at the heart of Disney's advanced advertising technologies. We manage a high-performance, distributed platform that enhances ad delivery and integrates across Disney's online properties.

Key Responsibilities:

• Innovate and apply cutting-edge AI and machine learning in areas such as inventory forecasting, ad experience, and efficient ad delivery.
• Develop and deploy novel solutions that address complex advertising issues with speed and efficiency.
• Design and scale robust ML systems that empower core advertising platform capabilities.
• Promote engineering excellence through best practices in code quality, system design, and reliability.
• Mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years' hands-on experience with large-scale machine learning systems.
• Strong expertise in AI/ML technologies, mathematics, and statistical techniques.
• Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, working effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.
• Solid understanding of algorithms, data structures, and numerical optimization, proficient in Python, Java, and SQL.
• Familiarity with frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, and Hugging Face libraries.
• Experience with deep learning methodologies and transformer architectures for natural language and vision tasks.
• Knowledge of multimodal embedding techniques and LLM models such as GPT, Claude, and more.
• A proven ability to excel in a fast-paced, data-driven team environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in digital video advertising or digital marketing.
• Familiarity with forecasting models.
• MS or PhD in Computer Science or a related field is preferred.

Location & Compensation:

• Location: Santa Monica, CA, USA; Seattle, WA, USA
• Scheduled Salary Range: Santa Monica - $171,600 to $230,100; Seattle - $179,700 to $241,000. Actual pay may vary depending on experience, skills, and geographic location.
• Compensation package may include bonuses and long-term incentives as well as comprehensive benefits.