The Disney Decision Science and Integration (DDSI) team is responsible for supporting clients across The Walt Disney Company including Disney Parks, Experiences and Products (DPEP), Media Networks (e.g., ABC, ESPN, etc.), Studio Entertainment (The Walt Disney Studios, Disney Theatrical), and Corporate Finance. DDSI leverages technology, data analytics, optimization, statistical and econometric modeling to build innovative tools that shape business decisions and drive business value.


Candidates should have a natural curiosity to understand the "why" behind business performance, take a proactive role in problem-solving, be results oriented, be able to prioritize and be a team player in a collaborative environment.


As an Application Engineer, you will support the development and implementation of advanced analytic engines for Disney Media Networks. This role will require a strong computing background, a systems mindset, excellent analytical and quantitative skills, and the ability to deliver creative solutions to complex problems.


Responsibilities :


**Your Role:**


+ Develop custom analytical software that solves complex business problems

+ Implement decision systems that improve the use of analytics at Disney Media Networks

+ Partner with Decision Science teams to integrate data science advancements into end-to-end solutions

+ Partner with Data and Technology teams to establish scalable, efficient, and automated data processes


Basic Qualifications :


**What Were Looking For:**


+ Minimum two years software development experience

+ Minimum two years experience with Python, R, or similar

+ Experience working with large and complex volumes of data

+ Experience working with cloud infrastructure such as AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, or equivalent

+ Excellent problem-solving, design, and development skills

+ Willingness and ability to learn in a fast-paced environment

+ Ability to adapt to rapidly changing business environments and managing multiple priorities

+ Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact cross-functionally with both technical and non-technical teams

+ Demonstrated creative problem solving and decision making skills

+ Demonstrated ability to champion projects from beginning through implementation, meet deadlines, handle multiple priorities and perform job responsibilities accurately with minimal supervision

+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Data Mining, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent.

+ Experience configuring/tuning software applications and database connections


Preferred Qualifications :


**How To Stand Out:**


+ Experience with UX/UI design

+ Experience with QA Testing and Release Management

+ Experience with analytic applications

+ Relevant industry knowledge (media, entertainment, theme parks, resorts, etc.)

+ Experience with analytics tools like SAS, Databricks, or similar

+ Experience with big data query tools, such as Pig, Hive, Impala, etc.

+ Experience working with various databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, etc) and operating systems (Red Hat Linux, Ubuntu, CentOS, etc)

+ Experience contributing to/leading software tool evaluations

+ Master's degree in a technical field or equivalent


Required Education :


+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, Data Mining, Industrial Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent


Preferred Education :


+ Master's degree in a technical field or equivalent


**Job ID:** 7123456320220522

**Location:** Lake Buena Vista,Florida

**Job Posting Company:**
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