Associate Software Engineer

Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.

Who We Are…

When we say, “the stuff dreams are made of,” we’re not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD’s vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the storytellers bringing our characters to life, the creators bringing them to your living rooms and the dreamers creating what’s next…

From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.

Your New Role…

The Associate Software Engineer will play a key role in building and maintaining applications and integrations that support Post Production marketing, localization, and social media operations.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong foundation in software development and a willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, media-focused environment.

Core Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with senior developers and product owners to develop applications and system integrations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve product defects.
• Perform ongoing product maintenance and enhancements.
• Create and maintain Application Overviews and Knowledge Articles to support product documentation.

Required Skills
 

Programming Proficiency: Experience with at least one modern programming language such as JavaScript (Node.js) or Python. Familiarity with JavaScript/Node.js is especially valuable in our tech stack.

Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC): Knowledge in development processes including agile methodologies, version control systems (Git), and CI/CD pipelines.

API Integration: Ability to consume RESTful APIs, handle JSON data, and understand core HTTP methods.

Debugging & Troubleshooting: Skilled in reading stack traces, using debugging tools, and resolving technical issues efficiently.

Database Fundamentals: Experience with basic CRUD operations in SQL and/or NoSQL databases. Familiarity with messaging systems like RabbitMQ is a plus.

Nice-to-Have
 

Containerization Knowledge: Fundamental understanding of Docker and containerized environments, particularly in contexts like render farms or media processing pipelines.

A willingness to maintain a flexible schedule in support of production changes, perform varied tasks under some supervision and attentively listen and resolve problems are essential to be successful in this position 

Your Role Accountabilities…

Day-to-Day

• Hands-on: Develop software modules & algorithms at various levels of complexity, including but not limited to service interfaces, process flows, service messages, SOA components, business logic, UI/UX, or data access logic
• Change & Knowledge Management: Document product changes, problem resolution and author/update process and workflow documentation in company CRM; Develop and publish end user training material.
• Testing & Analysis: Conduct experiments with new products/features/versions in development environments to ensure targeted outcomes do not impede production, performance or conflict with WBD security standards

• Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate closely with peers and clients to address issues during the Software Development Cycle, communicate expected outcomes, and set expectations for both scheduled and unscheduled work.
• Vendor Case Management: Interface with third-party software & systems vendors; Log & manage cases, features and product enhancements
• Software Development Lifecycle: Adhere to the design, development, training, maintenance, onboarding and retirement of applications

Qualifications & Experience…

• College degree, trade certification or equivalent software engineering work experience
• Knowledgeable with core business, process analysis, quantitative analysis, communication, and information technology concepts. This can have been in an academic setting, or as part of an existing/previous full-time or part-time professional role.
• Knowledgeable with data structures, algorithms, cloud platform(s) and database design
• Knowledgeable in the Software Development Lifecycle
• Competent at recognizing trends and patterns, perform qualitative and quantitative analysis, and interpret results; Reading and translating data to solve problems
• Strong client service orientation and ability to prioritize work, anticipate needs, and maintain composure in a fast moving & demanding environment. 
• Communicate effectively and tactfully with all levels of personnel within and external to the organization, and quickly assimilate new business & technology concepts.
• Able to work all shifts associated with 24x7x365 production environments, including on-call shifts

How We Get Things Done…

This last bit is probably the most important! Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at www.wbd.com/guiding-principles/ along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.

Championing Inclusion at WBD

Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, mental or physical disability, and genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or any other category protected by law.

If you’re a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our accessibility page for instructions to submit your request.

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation, or a range thereof, for roles in locations where legally required. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of Warner Bros. Discovery’s total compensation package for employees. Pay Range: $74,200.00 - $137,800.00 salary per year. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, short- and long-term incentives, and program-specific awards. In addition, Warner Bros. Discovery provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation.

If you’re a qualified candidate with an arrest or conviction record, please know that your application will be considered in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.