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_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.

At HBO Max, storytelling takes center stage. We’re one of the world’s most iconic entertainment brands — home to bold originals and unforgettable characters. While audiences binge award-winning content, breaking news, and sports around the clock, our teams stay busy at work creating what’s next in streaming. From Succession, Euphoria, and The Sopranos to global franchises like Game of Thrones and Harry Potter, our content sparks conversation and shapes culture.

HBO Max delivers boundary-pushing stories across genres and platforms, connecting millions of viewers across 90 countries globally— and we’re just getting started. We're home to the most talked about shows and movies, granting audiences access to the worlds of HBO, Harry Potter, DC, Warner Bros., ID, Adult Swim, A24, and more. Turn your streaming obsession into a career— we’re hiring!

Are you an enthusiastic Backend Developer looking for exciting opportunities to work on large-scale software projects? We are seeking a talented individual who is customer-obsessed, data-driven, and committed to operational excellence. If you appreciate the holistic nature of software development, enjoy collaborating with multiple teams, and are excited about AI and innovation, we want to hear from you!

Meet Our Team:

DTC’s software engineering teams develop applications for the web, mobile, tablets, connected TVs, consoles, and other streaming devices. Customers begin their experience with WBD through DTC’s Global Consumer Identity and Authentication team, which manages authentication and authorization processes across all WBD brands. This is a global engineering group that supports WBD’s ongoing development.

We are hiring a **Software Engineer II** in Bellevue, WA. Seeking a customer-focused, data-driven engineer who thrives in cross-functional teams to help build services used by millions.

Roles & Responsibilities:

+ Build and support scalable backend systems with multiple languages and frameworks.

+ Adhere to and champion the highest standards of code quality, performance, security, and reliability .

+ Champion customer-first mindset, prioritizing user needs and feedback.

+ Learn from operational data to continuously improve and optimize software solutions.

+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance application performance and user experience.

+ Embrace latest advancements in AI and explore opportunities to integrate AI-driven solutions.

+ Engage in code reviews, offer constructive feedback, and provide mentorship to junior developers.

Qualifications:

+ At least **3 years** of professional experience in software engineering, including building secure and scalable services for platforms supporting millions of users.

+ Experience in service design; **coding experience with Java Vertx and Spring Boot** , including writing code that is clean, efficient, and maintainable. Experience with AWS Kubernetes and Kafka are a bonus.

+ Proven focus on operational excellence for large-scale cloud services, including CI/CD, high availability, scalability, and proactive issue detection with monitoring tools.

+ Strong analytical skills and data-driven problem solving.

+ Excellent communication and teamwork, with a focus on knowledge sharing.

+ Curious about AI-based methods for increasing productivity and improving user experience with our products.

+ We work with technologies such as Postgres, DynamoDB, Redis, Terraform, Telegraph, Grafana, Prometheus, and GitHub, where familiarity is beneficial.

+ Strong grasp of computer science fundamentals and knowledge in full system flows (client-server, server-to-server), with proven independent testing and troubleshooting skills across the stack.

Why Join Us?

+ Work on innovative projects that impact millions of users.

+ Collaborate with a diverse and talented team of professionals.

+ Opportunities for continuous learning and career growth.

+ A supportive and inclusive work environment that values innovation and creativity.

+ Competitive compensation and benefits package.

On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here (http://www.wbd.com/news/warner-bros-discovery-announces-post-separation-company-names-and-leadership-appointments) .

Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. During this period of transformation, you’ll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world’s premier entertainment brands.

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 (https://careers.wbd.com/global/en/accessibility) 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: $99,400.00 - $184,600.00 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.