Summer Intern - Streaming Software Engineering

Job Description

Disney Streaming is a best-in-class media streaming technology company powering several properties today including, Disney+, ESPN+, Star+, and Hulu. We serve consumers by bringing the world's most beloved characters, timeless stories, legendary athletes, and epic sporting events to global audiences through best-in-class direct-to-consumer video services. We strive daily to imaginatively challenge convention with innovative technology that gives consumers the freedom to access content on their terms across any connected device, time, or location.

This Software Engineer internship within Disney Streaming is with the Core Media DART team. This team is responsible for feature testing of Core Media components (encoders, packagers, and services), along with automation development. This team also develops tools used by engineers within and outside Core Media. In addition, the team also manages software releases and implements a CI/CD infrastructure for the organization.

We are seeking candidates who are interested in software engineering internships at the following location:
• Morrisville, NC

Responsibilities:
• Assist with software testing
• Be involved in technical discussions and design sessions
• Provide direct input on testability and execution
• In addition to hands-on testing, this internship will also be responsible for automating tests to be used in future release cycles

Basic Qualifications:
• Experience with Python required
• Experience in object-oriented software design
• Knowledge of software design life cycles
• Exposure to Agile concepts

Preferred Qualifications:
• Knowledge of digital media concepts (encoding, packaging, etc) and Over-the-Top (OTT) technologies

Required Education

Currently enrolled undergraduate student studying Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, Software Engineering or related field at an accredited college/university and returning to school following the internship.

Additional Information:
• At the time of application, must be enrolled in an accredited college/university taking at least one class in the semester/quarter (spring/fall) prior to participation in the internship program OR currently participating in a Disney College Program or Disney Professional Internship
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must not have completed one year of continual employment on a Disney internship or program
• Must possess unrestricted work authorization
• Must provide full work availability
• Program Length: The approximate dates of this internship are May/June - August/September 2022. Interns must be fully available for the duration of a 12 week assignment.

About Disney Streaming:

Comprised of the Company's international business units and various direct-to-consumer streaming services, Disney Media & Entertainment Distribution (DMED) aligns technology, media distribution and advertising sales into a single business segment to create and deliver personalized entertainment experiences to consumers around the world.

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise with the following business segments: media networks, parks and resorts, studio entertainment, consumer products and interactive media. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Disney Streaming Technology LLC, which is part of a business segment we call Disney Streaming.

Disney Streaming Technology LLC 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.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-gx6b5j-216-73-216-222-42 in your application.