Principal Software Development Engineer in Test
Core
Spearhead quality engineering and test automation strategy for Disney's streaming, data, and advertising systems.
Role type
Principal Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET)
Builds
Scalable, cloud-native test automation solutions and quality gates for large-scale media platforms.
Domain
Media streaming, advertising technology, and distributed cloud systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic quality leadership, test architecture design, CI/CD integration, distributed systems knowledge, Python, stakeholder influence, root cause analysis, program management, emerging tech adoption (AI/ML in testing)
Preferred skills
Ad-tech experience, performance engineering, security engineering
Technologies
Python, CI/CD, cloud-native frameworks, observability tools
Responsibilities
Define enterprise-wide test automation strategy and roadmap; Architect scalable test automation solutions; Mentor SDETs and engineers on complex testing areas; Lead cross-team testing initiatives in Agile environments; Champion adoption of AI/ML and autonomous testing technologies; Manage test budgets and risk mitigation strategies.
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with strategic leadership
