Ride Control Software Engineer, Senior
Company: The Walt Disney Company
Location: Glendale
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Posting Title: Ride Control Software Engineer, Senior Req
ID: 10144760 Job Description: About the Role & Team Walt Disney
Imagineering is the creative force that imagines, designs, and
brings to life all Disney theme parks, resorts, attractions, and
cruise ships worldwide. Working across a spectrum of disciplines
that range from creative and conceptual to scientific and
technical, Imagineers blend an innovative mixture of storytelling,
art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences,
memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families
around the globe. Nearly every project at Walt Disney Imagineering
includes a first-of-its-kind. Innovation is in our DNA, and
Imagineers constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent
new goals as well as the solutions to achieve them. As Imagineers,
one of our greatest rewards is knowing that the experiences and
environments we create inspire others. The diversity of expertise
at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive
change in our communities and around the world. And knowing that we
have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and
inspiring for all of us. This role will work with the Executive
Ride Software Engineering. This is a full-time role. What You Will
Do: Define, analyze, and validate deterministic solutions for
large-scale, fail-safe motion control systems System Definition
System Performance Analysis Control System Architecture Detailed
Design Specifications Hazard Analysis Test Strategies and Test
Plans Specify, design, and implement operator-intensive,
safety-critical control software using real-time operating systems
Theory of Operation Software Design Document Debug / Software
Integration Test Install, integrate, and test high-capacity,
man-rated control systems domestically and overseas I/O Checkout
System Functions Testing Fault Testing Adjusting / Tuning
Acceptance Testing using Earned Value tracking Required
Qualifications & Skills 5 or more Years of experience in the
software engineering field Software Development Tools (Integrated
Development Environment (IDE), compilers, linkers, debuggers, etc)
experience Understanding of at C++ Understanding of or experience
with Ladder Logic and Structured Text Strong Analytical Skills
Strong Initiative / Self-Motivated Strong Verbal Communications
Strong Technical Writing Ability Development and design are
primarily in Glendale, CA, but installation, testing, and other
support may require travel and/or relocation, up to approximately
20% of the time. Relocation for 1 year at a time is possible, to
both domestic and international facilities. Preferred
Qualifications & Skills Ride Control and/or Theme Park Experience
Proficiency in Unified Modeling Language (UML) Control Theory
Education Bachelor's Degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Engineering, computer
science or math from an accredited college or university OR a valid
and current PE license required Additional Information: This
position is Located in Glendale, CA. This position will require the
ability to travel domestically and internationally (project
durations usually 1-2 years - sometimes assignment starts
mid-project). Disney offers a rewards package to help you live your
best life. This includes health and savings benefits, educational
opportunities, and special extras that only Disney can provide.
Learn more about our benefits and perks at
https://jobs.disneycareers.com/benefits . The hiring range/pay rate
for Principal Ride Development Engineer is $155,700-$208,700.00 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: WDI Global
Business Operations & Strategy Job Posting Primary Business: Ride
Engineering (WDI) Primary Job Posting Category: Software Engineer
Employment Type: Full time Primary City, State, Region, Postal
Code: Glendale, CA, USA Alternate City, State, Region, Postal Code:
Date Posted: 2026-03-03
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