Job Posting Title:

Sr Systems Engineer

Req ID:

10107336

Job Description:

Job Description

Senior Systems Engineer

“We Power the Magic!” That’s our motto at Disney Experiences (DX). Our team creates world-class immersive digital experiences for the Company’s premier vacation brands including Disney’s Parks & Resorts worldwide, Disney Cruise Line, Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa, and Disney Vacation Club. We are responsible for the end-to-end digital and physical Guest experience for all technology & digital-led initiatives across the Attractions & Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Resorts & Transportation and Merchandise lines of business as well as other initiatives including MyDisneyExperience and Hey, Disney!

This role sits in the Disney Cruise Line Infrastructure organization within Technology & Digital for Disney Experiences. It works closely with Disney Cruise Line Operations and other infrastructure groups from across the company. 

The Senior Systems Engineer will report to the Sr. Manager of Infrastructure and Architecture for Dry Docks and Special Projects

About The Role & Team:

This is a “hands-on” Engineer who enjoys planning, creating and field-testing real-world solutions. While we can’t do without folks who excel in a specific area, we also appreciate those whose skill sets encompass a wide variety of practical matters.  We seek forward-thinking team members who are passionate about delivering a quality product and enjoy working closely with business partners on both strategic and tactical challenges.  Candidate should have good verbal and written communication skills, and be able to work independently as a self-starter, utilize good time management skills, and function well within a diverse team.

What You'll Do:

Integrate with many of our Disney Cruise Line business partners to understand and document their requirements for dry docks and special projectsCoordinate with the IT Specialist roles on board the ships to plan and execute projectsParticipate in the design of the final solution and conduct peer reviews for related effortsNurture and maintain relationships with key external vendors who can complete the work at handRequest proposals from our vendors by sending detailed specifications as to what they are expected to complete on our behalfWork closely with critical shipboard officers to keep them apprised of the projects and collaborate with them on project and details as appropriateTake requests from shipboard officers of work/projects they need assistance withProvide Leadership and knowledge transfer to shipboard officersPartner with key members to arrange necessary DCL travel on behalf of the vendor and DCL castParticipate in leading efforts/jobs (and vendors as appropriate)Review the vendor work (either in person or obtaining approval from shipboard staff) and confirm invoices for payment

Required Qualifications:

5+ years of relevant experienceA strong passion for learning and a desire to help othersSelf-starter with ability to take initiative and balance multiple priorities with minimal directionStrong collaboration and communication skillsWillingness to learn new skills and technologies. We look less for knowledge of a specific technology than we do someone who can learn new things quicklyQualified systems engineers will have a minimum of 5 years background in IT, computer systems engineering, or systems engineering and analysisSolid networking knowledge (OSI network layers, TCP/IP)Experience in complex project managementHave strong organization and documentation skillsStrong written skills for creating technical proposals and communicating project statusAbility to multitaskAble to work independently with minimal oversightAbility to effectively communicate with senior managementForecast, manage and report on budgetsComfortable with independent decision making

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Prior maritime experience from a technology perspective

Required Education: 

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Software, Electrical or Electronics Engineering, or comparable field of study, and/or equivalent work experience 5+ Years of relevant work experience

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Job Posting Segment:

Technology & Digital

Job Posting Primary Business:

Disney Signature Experiences

Primary Job Posting Category:

Systems Engineer

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Lake Buena Vista, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2025-01-13