Operational Technology Network Engineer, Technical Infrastructure
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on1042, Western Avenue, Glendale, Los Angeles County, California, 91201, United States
About the 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. We blend an innovative mixture of storytelling, art, science, and technology to create immersive experiences, memorable destinations, and innovative entertainment for families around the globe.
Innovation is in our DNA. Nearly every project includes a first-of-its-kind element, as we constantly push the boundaries of technology and invent new goals and solutions. The diversity of expertise at Imagineering makes us uniquely capable of influencing positive change in our communities and around the world. Knowing that we have helped make a difference is incredibly fulfilling and inspiring for all of us.
The Technical Infrastructure (TI) team serves as the unified system of data networks, cybersecurity systems, local compute and storage, precision timekeeping, monitoring, logging, and virtualization that underpins every attraction, ride, show, or venue. From audio and video to animatronics and ride control, our infrastructure supports the magic that happens on stage.
About the Role
As an Operational Technology Network Engineer within Technical Infrastructure, you will perform the design, engineering, and implementation of foundational systems in a highly collaborative setting. You will partner with specialty designers and engineers representing each Imagineering discipline, spanning the entire project lifecycle from early development through high-level and detailed design, production, field installation, and final delivery.
Reporting to Executive Show Systems Architecture, you will be the bridge between technical infrastructure and the creative experiences built upon it. Your day-to-day involves designing attraction networks, coordinating equipment placement, and integrating complex systems with ride control and facility operations. You will ensure that the invisible networks powering our shows are robust, secure, and capable of delivering seamless experiences to millions of guests.
Hiring Process
Candidates selected for this role will engage in a structured interview process designed to assess technical depth, collaborative fit, and alignment with Disney's creative culture. This typically includes an initial screening, followed by technical discussions and team interviews.
Equal Opportunity
Walt Disney Imagineering is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Work location
Work model: On-site
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Skills: Network Systems, Switching, Routing, Vlans, Network Security, Cabling, Cable Termination, Cable Testing, Rack/cabinet Layout, Cable Routing.
Education: Bachelor's degree in specified fields or equivalent professional experience required.
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In this Operational Technology Network Engineer, Technical Infrastructure at Walt Disney Imagineering role, you will design and implement attraction and venue networks; collaborate with partner teams to gather requirements and create network solutions; compile network designs and specifications for facility engineering deliverables; and coordinate ti equipment and port placement in attraction spaces.
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To qualify for the Operational Technology Network Engineer, Technical Infrastructure at Walt Disney Imagineering position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Industrial Automation, or Information Technology, or equivalent professional experience; Expertise with network systems including physical infrastructure, switching, routing, VLANs, and network security; Experience specifying and deploying network and computing hardware; Proficiency configuring network devices via command line interface and configuration files; and Experience with server and computer system administration, especially Linux-based and/or Unix-like operating systems.