Lead Software Engineer-AI Licensing & Publishing Systems

Lead Software Engineer - AI Licensing & Publishing Systems

Location:

Orlando, FL (Remote options available)

Disney Experiences Technology creates world‑class immersive digital experiences for Disney’s premier vacation brands. In this role, you will lead the development of scalable, intelligent systems that support the Licensing & Publishing business using AI‑driven decision making. You will collaborate closely with product, finance, and data science teams to shape the architecture and delivery of next‑generation platforms that power licensing and book publishing workflows and predictive analytics.

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of software solutions for Licensing & Publishing systems and AI‑powered applications.
• Architect and implement scalable services that integrate with internal and third‑party 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 product approval 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.

• 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 in AI/ML frameworks (e.g., Tensor Flow, PyTorch, Scikit‑learn) and data pipelines.
• Strong background in computer vision, particularly in color science and image object localization; familiarity with photography principles a plus.
• Excellent programming skills in Java, Python, Go, Rust, or C#.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Agile development experience and familiarity with CI/CD pipelines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

• Experience with licensing systems in media, entertainment, or digital content industries.
• Experience with product lifecycle management systems.
• Familiarity with financial compliance standards and audit processes.
• Background in data engineering or applied AI in enterprise environments.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). Master’s degree or certifications in AI, Data Science, or Financial Technology is a plus.

The hiring range for this position in Glendale, California is $150,000–$180,000 per year. The base pay offered will consider internal equity and may vary based on location, knowledge, skills, and experience. Bonuses, long‑term incentives, and a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits may also be provided.