Entrylevel Java Backend Developer Jobs in Alafaya, FL

Job Posting Title:

Software Engineer

Req ID:

10146412

Job Description:

At Disney, we're storytellers. We make the impossible, possible. The Walt Disney Company (TWDC) is a world-class entertainment and technological leader. Walt's passion was to continuously envision new ways to move audiences around the world-a passion that remains our touchstone in an enterprise that stretches from theme parks, resorts and a cruise line to sports, news, movies and a variety of other businesses. Uniting each endeavor is a commitment to creating and delivering unforgettable experiences - and we're constantly looking for new ways to enhance these exciting experiences.

We are seeking a skilled Software Engineer to join the Payments and Accounting Technology team, which delivers secure, auditable, and modern commerce platforms for both guests and cast. This team plays a critical role in enabling seamless transaction experiences that directly support Disney's financial operations and P&L.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative, AI-enabled problem solver who enjoys building high-quality systems and tackling complex technical challenges. This role focuses on enhancing and supporting the Payments and Accounting ecosystem through system upgrades, reliability improvements, and new feature development in a fast-paced environment, reporting to the Manager of Technology.

Please note that this role is not open to sponsorship of any kind. (i.e.: OPT, H1B, TN).

What you will do:

• Build and maintain APIs and services for internal and external-facing applications
• Develop and support applications using cloud-enabled solutions (AWS)
• Write high-quality, maintainable code with test coverage
• Participate in peer code reviews and collaborate to uphold coding standards
• Implement front-end features in coordination with backend systems
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable and reliable solutions
• Support and troubleshoot existing systems to maintain uptime, production releases, and issue resolution

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum 3 years of related work experience in software development
• Full stack engineer with strong cloud, API, and UI capabilities
• Angular (components, RxJS, state management)
• Node.js (Express/NestJS)
• Java 17+, microservices, Spring Boot, REST APIs
• AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway, DynamoDB, Aurora)
• Experience working with relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MongoDB)
• UI and API testing (JUnit, Postman)
• Strong debugging skills, production readiness, and partner integration experience
• AI Skills:
  • LLM/Generative AI experience (RAG, prompt design, guardrails)
  • Agentic AI development (one or more: Amazon Q/Kiro, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude)
  • Python scripting for automation and AI/ML integration
• Comfortable working in an Agile environment
• Proficient in modern development practices and tools, with a strong desire for continuous learning and skill development
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Collaboration with Product, QA, and engineering partners
• Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering practical solutions
• Adaptability to fast-paced, dynamic work settings and changing priorities
• Commitment to writing clean, well-documented, and maintainable code

Required Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science (or equivalent education and experience)

#DISNEYTECH

The hiring range for this position in Orlando, Florida is $110,000-$130,000 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

Job Posting Segment:

DX Technology

Job Posting Primary Business:

Tech Delivery, Platforms, & Core Systems

Primary Job Posting Category:

Software Engineer

Employment Type:

Full time

Primary City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Orlando, FL, USA

Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:

Date Posted:

2026-04-01