Manager, Software Engineering

Disney Experiences - Celebration, FL

Full-time - Manager

Celebration, FL

About the position

The Manager, Technology & Digital (Software Engineering) at The Walt Disney Company is responsible for the end-to-end delivery and sustainment of software products for Disney Cruise Line. This role involves leading a team of software and system engineers, managing priorities, and collaborating with key stakeholders to ensure high-quality applications that enhance guest and cast experiences. The position requires balancing technology and business priorities while driving initiatives related to logistics, medical, and safety & quality management systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives within the DCL Application portfolio related to Logistics, Medical and Safety & Quality Management systems.
• Responsible for leading estimation, planning, and oversight of technical development by internal and vendor-led teams.
• Work closely with leadership within Technology, Business, and Finance to understand strategic goals and deliver technology solutions.
• Partner with Security and Compliance to ensure processes and systems meet compliance requirements.
• Be the primary point of contact for internal business and vendor partners.
• Drive recommendations for buy versus build, vendor, and product selections in partnership with Architecture and System Engineering teams.
• Be a key stakeholder in Annual Operating Planning and Long-Term Capital Planning for Application Product Portfolio.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in Information Technology with at least 5 years in solutioning/delivering medium to large technology projects.
• Proven track record of innovation and applying practical solutions to complex business problems.
• Demonstrated expertise in design and implementation of business-critical systems involving enterprise-scale solutions.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively across a wide range of constituencies in a diverse corporate and client environment.
• Inclusive leadership approach that embraces diversity.
• Ability to manage and work on multiple priorities.
• Ability to communicate and influence executives to achieve desired outcomes.
• Prior experience working within a Technology organization.
• Proficient in Agile methodology.
• Proven track record in delivering projects on time and budget.
• Experience managing projects in a multi-vendor environment including offshore teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in a related discipline or equivalent work experience.