“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX). Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club.
We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology & digital-led initiatives across the Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation and Merchandise lines of business as well as other initiatives including MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!
Position Summary:
We are seeking a strategic and technically adept Senior Manager to lead our Web Development and Custom Software Delivery teams. This role is responsible for driving the design, development, and deployment of scalable, high-performance web applications and custom software solutions that align with business objectives and enhance guest experiences across our digital platforms.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership & Strategy
Lead and mentor cross-functional teams of developers, architects, and project managers.Define and execute the web and software delivery roadmap in alignment with business goals.Collaborate with product owners, UX/UI designers, and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.Champion agile methodologies and continuous improvement practices.Technical Delivery
Oversee the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) for web and custom applications.Ensure high-quality code, performance optimization, and adherence to security standards.Manage integrations with third-party platforms, APIs, and enterprise systms.Drive innovation in architecture, frameworks, and development tools.Operational Excellence
Establish KPIs and metrics to measure team performance and delivery success.Manage budgets, vendor relationships, and resource allocation.Ensure timely delivery of projects within scope and budget.Implement DevOps practices for CI/CD and automated testing.Stakeholder Engagement
Communicate technical concepts and project status to non-technical stakeholders.Partner with business units to identify opportunities for digital transformation.Advocate for user-centric design and accessibility standards.Qualifications:
A bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline.8+ years of experience in web development and software engineering.3+ years in a leadership or management role.Proven experience with modern web technologies (e.g., React, Angular, Node.js, .NET, Java).Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices architecture.Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence).Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.Knowledge of Traditional and Agile software development lifecycles and methodologies.Experience with the creation and consumption of Web Services.A sound understanding of content management systems.Experience in a large media, technology or internet company.Success at achieving sophisticated technology goals on-time and on-budget.A comfort level with complex, matrixed organizations containing a certain amount of ambiguity.Preferred Skills:
Experience in the travel, hospitality, or entertainment industry.Familiarity with digital experience platforms (DXPs) and content management systems (CMS).Knowledge of data analytics, personalization, and A/B testing frameworks.Certifications in Agile, Scrum, or cloud technologies.#DISNEYTECH
#LI-AF2