Game Economist at Zynga

Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Gaming, Interactive EntertainmentIndustries

Requirements

Proven experience working in a similar role. Strong bonus if you have been leading the economy in at least a live, successful mobile f2p game during a reasonable timeframe
Outstanding analytical skills and statistics with strong ability to set measurable goals
Strong communicator, highly skilled in working with multidisciplinary game teams (Product, Game Design, Analytics) and proficient in English
Passionate about creating innovative, fun & highly engaging games and helping to take live games to the next level
Creative, capable of coming up with multiple ideas and solutions to a wide array of challenges
Exceptional team player that embraces transparency, honesty & humility, where experience in people management is a strong bonus
Experience working with SQL, R, Python - an advantage

Responsibilities

Model and balance complex systems in the game, to maintain a healthy and growing game economy
Monitor, tune and optimize game features and IAP purchases to drive player engagement and growth in important KPIs
Perform ongoing data analysis, A/B testing, and advanced control models to predict outcomes of changes
Manage the economy and pricing of virtual goods, balance between free content versus paid
Have a deep understanding of players' behavior, and how different groups of customers behave differently, in order to inform the design and balance of the economy
Work closely with Product Managers, Game Design and Live Operations teams in order to design the desired game experiences

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Economy DesignGame BalancingData AnalysisA/B TestingEconomy ModelingIAP OptimizationVirtual Goods PricingPlayer Engagement KPIsControl Models

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for the Senior Economy Designer role?

Proven experience in a similar role is required, with a strong bonus for leading the economy in a live, successful mobile F2P game. Outstanding analytical skills, statistics proficiency, and the ability to set measurable goals are essential.

What are the main responsibilities of the Game Economist?

Responsibilities include modeling and balancing game economies, monitoring and optimizing features and IAP purchases, performing data analysis and A/B testing, managing virtual goods pricing, and collaborating with product managers, game design, and live operations teams.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this position?

A strong candidate has proven experience leading economies in live mobile F2P games, exceptional data-driven analytical skills, strong communication for multidisciplinary teams, proficiency in English, and passion for creating innovative, engaging games.

Zynga

Develops social games for mobile platforms

About Zynga

Zynga develops social games primarily for mobile and web platforms, with popular titles like FarmVille and Words With Friends. Their games are designed to be engaging and accessible, featuring social elements that allow players to connect with friends. This focus on social interaction helps keep users engaged and encourages them to return to the games. Zynga targets casual gamers who prefer quick and easy entertainment on their smartphones and tablets. The company uses a freemium model, offering free downloads with optional in-game purchases for enhancements and generating revenue through advertising. Zynga also partners with organizations like Amazon Prime and educational initiatives to expand its reach and support social causes.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2007Year Founded

$841.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Social Impact, GamingIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Compensation - Competitive salary, performance bonuses, opportunities for equity participation, retirement/pension savings support programs

Health - Medical, Dental, Vision covered for employees with participation for employees eligible dependents as well as Disability and life insurance program

Family - Generous parental leave for birth parents, partners and adoptive families. Infertility support, emergency child care and flexible time-off policies

Wellness - Gym benefits, wellness programs, employee assistance programs and generous time-off policies

Food - Food and snacks made in-house or delivered, healthy snack kitchens with drinks and treats, coffee bars, regular social gatherings and happy hours

Work & Life - Flexible time-off policies (DTO), office rest areas, gaming spaces, employee discounts and more

Transit Benefits - Shuttle service in select locations, commuter/parking benefits, secure bicycle storage, business travel assistance

Resource Groups - Women at Zynga (WAZ), zCares charitable giving, zParents, zEndurance adventure club, BZU, zPride LGBTQ+ inclusion and belonging

Risks

Chartboost acquisition by LoopMe may disrupt Zynga's advertising strategies.

IBM's patent lawsuit win could lead to financial liabilities for Zynga.

Star Wars: Hunters on PC may face competition from established PC games.

Differentiation

Zynga's games incorporate social elements, enhancing user engagement and retention.

The freemium model allows Zynga to attract a broad audience with free-to-play games.

Strategic partnerships expand Zynga's reach and support social causes.

Upsides

Cross-platform gaming enhances user engagement, as seen with Star Wars: Hunters.

Real-world brand integration in games opens new revenue streams, like with Toyo Tires.

High-profile celebrity marketing boosts visibility, as with Kit Harington for Game of Thrones.

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