Posts Tagged ‘LAD – DisneyTech’
Nontraditional Career Paths Lead to Technology & Digital Opportunities at Disney Parks
One of the many perks of being a Disney Cast Member is working for a company that allows and encourages employees to explore opportunities based on their interests and experience.…
Read MoreQ&A with Domi Flores-Wong: A Nontraditional Career Path into Technology at Disney
Domi Flores-Wong has held a lifelong passion for STEM, but didn’t start her STEM career until a little later in life. Passion and determination, plus a small source of inspiration,…
Read MoreCelebrating Our Disney Technologists During Black History Month
At The Walt Disney Company, we’re celebrating our Black and African American technologists during Black History Month and throughout the year. As we celebrate Black culture, our mission remains the…
Read MoreTechnologists Across The Walt Disney Company Celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science
On Feb. 11, technologists, scientists, engineers and allies across the globe celebrated the eighth annual International Day of Women and Girls in Science (IDWGIS). IDWGIS aims to raise awareness of…
Read MoreDisney Employees Empower the Magic at Grace Hopper Celebration 2022
The Walt Disney Company was recently an Emerald sponsor at the 28th annual Grace Hopper Celebration of Women in Computing (GHC). This year, the conference was held in-person and virtually with thousands of attendees, technologists, and technology companies coming together from across the globe to celebrate women and nonbinary people in technology. We’re thrilled to introduce three Disney representatives who shared their journeys at the conference and what it took to bring Disney’s presence at GHC to life
Read MoreEpisode 1: Technology at Disney – Emerging Technology and Machine Learning Engineering
Innovation is the foundation of what our Disney technologists do. Our technologists are constantly elevating, evolving, and pioneering the future of our streaming platforms, content, and more to always be one step ahead when creating the latest in immersive entertainment experiences. We are joined by two technologists this week, Rekha Bachwani, Director of Machine Learning Engineering with Disney Streaming, and Scott Ray, Director of Technology for Emerging Tech within Disney Parks, Experiences & Products – Technology & Digital. Rekha and Scott give an inside look at some of the projects they’re currently working on with our streaming platforms and our parks and resorts, discuss the culture of their teams, and share advice for anyone interested in a career with technology at Disney!
Read MoreLaunching the Disney Wish Cruise Ship: Patricia Duerr, Product Management Director
Patricia Duerr is a Product Management Director with the Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Technology & Digital organization. In her role, she supports Disney Cruise Line digital products such as the Navigator app and the Disney Cruise Line website. She recently was on the opening team for the Disney Wish, the newest ship to join the Disney Cruise Line family. Learn more about Patricia’s role and her experience contributing to a new ship.
Read MoreA Day in the Life: Dan Downing, Senior Product Manager with Technology & Digital
If you enjoy working with all different kinds of people and thrive when supporting multiple projects or priorities, a career in product management with Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Technology & Digital could be a perfect fit for you. Hear from Dan Downing, a Senior Product Manager with Technology & Digital, and how one of his favorite aspects of the role is working with a diverse team of developers and creatives across the globe on a day-to-day basis.
Read MoreA Day in the Life of Andrew Nguyen, Product Manager in Technology & Digital
Andrew Nguyen is a Manager of Product Management, supporting eCommerce for Disneyland Resort. In his role, he oversees digital products like park tickets and Magic Key passes. To learn more about his role as a product manager, we asked Andrew a few questions.
Read MoreDisney’s Taiwan Team Creates Disney+ Rice Field
As part of the Pingtung Tropical Agriculture Expo in Taiwan, Disney teams created a jaw-dropping rice field etched with iconic green characters including Tinkerbell, Baby Groot, Grogu, and more representing the core five Disney+ brands.
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