About the posting
“We are seeking a visionary Lead Software Engineer to drive the development of scalable, intelligent systems that support licensing financial operations and AI-driven decision-making.”
Read the full posting on Disney's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 11, 2026.
Pay in context
This posting lists $150,000 to $180,000 a year, a midpoint of $165,000.
The midpoint is higher than 76 percent of software engineering postings in Florida that list pay.
How long it has been open
Posted Jul 30, 2026, 86 days ago, and seen on Disney's careers page today.
At 86 days old, it is over the 23-day median.
Disney's postings we have seen close took a median of 4 days.
Disney at a glance
Disney has 199 open postings that we can see, 74 in software engineering; 28 percent list pay.
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Seniority
Level: manager.
The posting mentions 7+ years.
Place and cost of living
On site in Florida; prices in FL run 3 percent above the US average.
The software engineering market in Florida
147 software engineering postings in Florida are open right now, from 46 employers.
Half of them have been open 23 days or less.
From Disney's posting
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Job Posting Title
Lead Software Engineer-AI Licensing & Publishing Systems
Req ID
10132666
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. This role sits within the Technology & Digital organization for Disney Experiences and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams across the company. The Lead Software Engineer will report to the Sr Manager, Technology. About the Role & Team We are seeking a visionary Lead Software Engineer to drive the development of scalable, intelligent systems that support licensing financial operations and AI-driven decision-making. This role will be instrumental in shaping the architecture and delivery of next-generation platforms that power financial licensing workflows and predictive analytics. What You’ll Do
- Lead the design, development, and deployment of software solutions for licensing financial systems and AI-powered applications.
- Architect and implement scalable services that integrate with internal and third-party financial platforms.
- Collaborate with product, finance, and data science teams to define system requirements and deliver intelligent automation.
- Apply machine learning and AI techniques to optimize licensing workflows, forecasting, and compliance monitoring.
- Own the full software development lifecycle, including analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
- Mentor junior engineers and foster a culture of innovation, inclusion, and technical excellence.
- Stay current with emerging technologies in AI, financial systems, and cloud-native development to inform strategic decisions.
Required Qualifications & Skills
- 7+ years of software engineering experience, including leadership of complex projects.
- Proven experience with financial systems, licensing workflows, or royalty management platforms.
- Hands-on expertise of developing and deploying custom AI solutions using LLMs to automate business processes or improve business outcomes in enterprise environments .
- Excellent programming skills in languages such as Java and Python.
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS,GCP) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
- Agile development experience and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with licensing systems in media, entertainment, or digital content industries.
- Familiarity with financial compliance standards and audit processes.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Master’s degree in Technology is a plus.
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