Sr. Storage Engineer

Job ID 10128011 Location Burbank, California, United States Business Walt Disney Animation Studios Date posted Aug. 05, 2025

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Job Summary:

At Walt Disney Animation Studios we have a deep commitment to the philosophy that creativity inspires technology, and technology inspires creativity. We are seeking a Sr. Storage Engineer who is passionate about building and maintaining data storage solutions in our creative studio environment, and who is comfortable working within the key technology pillars of storage, software tools, and Linux administration. As an essential team member, you will leverage your understanding of High-Performance Computing (HPC) Storage architecture to design, implement and manage centralized storage on the Data Storage and Backups team. You will develop software solutions that enable the team to manage our systems and visualize relevant metadata and metrics. Success in this role requires technical expertise, strong collaboration skills, the ability to troubleshoot and translate complex concepts for diverse teams. Given our studio's highly customized and proprietary nature, a strong aptitude for continuous learning and incorporating evolving technologies is essential. This role offers a unique opportunity for a professional with the right blend of skills to thrive and have a significant impact on our studio.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Build and support our on-prem HPC storage systems.
Develop software tools that enhance storage administration, automate repetitive tasks, and provide visualization of key metadata and performance metrics.
Work with internal and external engineering teams to implement and integrate targeted solutions that help our technical supervisors understand their storage usage.
Foster relationships with department team peers, production department artists, show leadership, other Disney studios, and industry counterparts.
Adapt, learn, and become proficient in programming or hardware architectural needs across multiple projects.
Actively create a positive workspace whereby questions and concerns of team members can be voiced openly and honestly.

REQUIRED EDUCATION

BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or equivalent experience.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

5+ years of experience in storage administration, system engineering, or a related area.
Experience implementing and maintaining modern scale-out file storage solutions.
Proficiency in Linux system administration, including automated OS installation, package management, diagnostic procedures, and performance troubleshooting/profiling.
Programming skills in languages such as Python, or similar, with experience developing tools to support infrastructure or storage environments, including integrating with storage systems via REST APIs or other programmatic interfaces.
Familiarity with crafting solutions within legacy technical boundaries.
Must be able to participate in a shared storage systems on-call rotation for critical issues.

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS:

Familiarity with storage infrastructure automation and monitoring tools.
Expertise in building software solutions with support for integration across relational and non-relational database environments.
Experience using Revision Control Systems and writing clear software documentation.
Familiarity with virtualization and container platforms.
Experience working with, or within, the Media and Entertainment industry.

The hiring range for this position in California is $114,900.00-$154,100.00 per year based on a 40 hour work week. The amount of hours scheduled per week may vary based on business needs. 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.

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About Walt Disney Animation Studios:

Combining masterful artistry and storytelling with groundbreaking technology, Walt Disney Animation Studios is a filmmaker-driven animation studio responsible for creating some of the most beloved films ever made. Disney Animation continues to build on its rich legacy of innovation and creativity, from the first fully-animated feature film, 1937's “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs,” to the upcoming fall 2024 feature, “Moana 2.” Among the studio's timeless creations are “Pinocchio,” “Sleeping Beauty,” “The Jungle Book,” “The Little Mermaid,” “The Lion King,” “Frozen,” “Zootopia,” and “Encanto.”

About The Walt Disney Company:

The Walt Disney Company, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and media enterprise that includes three core business segments: Disney Entertainment, ESPN, and Disney Experiences. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, Disney proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. Disney’s stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.

This position is with Walt Disney Pictures, which is part of a business we call Walt Disney Animation Studios.

Walt Disney Pictures is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law. Disney champions a business environment where ideas and decisions from all people help us grow, innovate, create the best stories and be relevant in a constantly evolving world.

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