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Principal Ride Control Software Engineer (Controls Automation)
Disney
Glendale, CA, USAPosted Jul 27, 2026 · 2h ago$188k – $253k
Full-time$188k – $253kPrincipalHybridEntertainment
About this role
Walt Disney Imagineering seeks a Principal Ride Control Software Engineer to design, implement, and validate fail-safe motion control systems for theme park attractions. This full-time role involves defining system architecture, specifying safety-critical software using real-time operating systems, and integrating/testing human-rated control systems globally.
What we are looking for
6- Define, analyze, and validate deterministic solutions for large-scale, fail-safe motion control systems
- Specify, design, and implement safety-critical control software using real-time operating systems
- Install, integrate, and test high-capacity, human-rated control systems
- 10+ years of experience in software engineering
- Expertise in C++ and software development tools
- Ability to present ideas and solutions to executive leadership
Skills mentioned
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