Sr Mgr, Software Engineering
Core
Senior Manager responsible for embedding AI and automation into enterprise transformation initiatives, driving scaled value for Disney Experiences' digital and physical guest experiences.
Role type
Senior Manager, AI Delivery Execution (Hands-on IC with leadership)
Builds
Reusable AI/automation accelerators, patterns, and frameworks integrated into enterprise platforms and workflows.
Domain
Hospitality & Entertainment (Disney Parks, Resorts, Cruise Line) + Applied AI/ML
Required skills
AI/ML strategy definition, LLMs & Generative AI, RAG, agentic workflows, ML lifecycle management, enterprise automation (RPA, workflow orchestration), cloud-native data platforms, cross-functional leadership, executive communication
Preferred skills
Theme park/hospitality domain experience, centralized data lakehouse architecture, enterprise performance management (EPM), international data privacy regulations (GDPR, PDPA, PIPL), AI Center of Excellence operations (via careerplan.io/jobs/10155944-sr-mgr-software-engineering-at-disney)
Technologies
Azure OpenAI, AWS SageMaker, Databricks, Apache Airflow, Azure Logic Apps, Tableau, Power BI, Jira, Confluence, Smartsheet
Responsibilities
Define and own AI/automation strategy and execution; Design reusable AI/automation accelerators; Partner on AI capability roadmaps and data readiness; Establish delivery standards for AI engineering; Lead and develop high-performing technical teams; Serve as strategic partner to senior business leaders; Communicate AI strategy and outcomes to executive audiences
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
