Working at Disney for the Connected Devices team is unlike anything else. Thats because were always finding new ways to interact with fans however and wherever they connect with sports, news, politics, comics, and games. When you have the latest technology, game-changing ideas and world-class talent on your team, every day is extraordinary. We get to develop new features from start to finish that millions of fans interact with daily. Get to feel the excitement of showing off your work to friends and family on some of the most heavily used apps in the marketplace.
This is a hands-on engineering position developing the Android OTT applications (Android TV and Fire TV) in Java/Kotlin. In this role, you will work with a cross-functional team of Product Managers, Designers, Mobile/Web/Backend Engineers, and Content Creators to conceptualize and develop world-class Disney apps. Based on your experience, you will apply your technical abilities to manage multiple project priorities, deadlines and deliverables and will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions. You will architect reusable solutions that are shared across all DMED apps and help guide others to solve complex problems and provide oversight and direction to other software engineers.
Responsibilities :
Troubleshoot and resolve issues, problems, and errors encountered across the various Android OTT platforms
Analyze and optimize application code for efficiency, reliability, and performance
Design, develop, test, and release new application features
Understand product architecture, assisting other Software Developers and Architects as necessary
Manage multiple, concurrent priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Embrace a highly collaborative team that rewards quality code and effective communication
Operate as a resource to other Software Engineers, providing an open learning environment for cross-team knowledge sharing
Basic Qualifications :
Up to 7+ years hands-on professional experience with Android development
Experience working on a significant consumer app that is currently available in the marketplace
Well-versed in object-oriented, functional, and reactive patterns and concepts
Through understanding of HTTP(S), Websocket, and REST APIs
Solid foundation and understanding of dynamic, multi-threaded Android apps
Solid understanding of Android app development lifecycle including Google Play Store and Amazon Appstore compliance policies and submission requirements
Experience with unit test frameworks and continuous integration systems such as JUnit 4/5 and Espresso
Ability to collaborate in a small, productive development team as well as the larger engineering organization
Motivated self-starter with the ability to learn and adapt to new technologies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; can effectively articulate complex ideas and influence others through well-reasoned explanations
Write efficient, reliable, and maintainable code whether implementing architectural improvements, user-facing features, and/or fixing defects
Work with minimal technical supervision and supplemental engineering support
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience building video-based applications with knowledge in HLS and MPEG-DASH protocols and Widevine DRM
Experience using the AndroidX Leanback library to build UIs
Required Education :
Additional Information :
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Job ID: 931409BR
Location: New York,New York
Job Posting Company: Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution
The Walt Disney Company is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Disney fosters a business culture where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a rapidly changing world.