Zynga

Software Engineer

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Interactive Entertainment, GamingIndustries

About Zynga

At Zynga, we bring people together through the power of play. As a global leader in interactive entertainment and a proud label of Take-Two Interactive, our games have been downloaded over 6 billion times—connecting players in 175+ countries through fun, strategy, and a little friendly competition.

From thrilling casino spins to epic strategy battles, mind-bending puzzles, and social word challenges, our diverse game portfolio has something for everyone. Fan-favorites and latest hits include FarmVille™, Words With Friends™, Zynga Poker™, Game of Thrones Slots Casino™, Wizard of Oz Slots™, Hit it Rich! Slots™, Wonka Slots™, Top Eleven™, Toon Blast™, Empires & Puzzles™, Merge Dragons!™, CSR Racing™, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells™, Match Factory™, and Color Block Jam™—plus many more!

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in California, our teams span North America, Europe, and Asia, working together to craft unforgettable gaming experiences. Whether you're spinning, strategizing, matching, or competing, Zynga is where fun meets innovation—and where you can take your career to the next level.

Join us and be part of the play!

Position Overview

We are seeking top engineering talent to join our creative, dynamic, and highly driven team. Zynga’s mission is to “Connect the World through Games” by building a truly social experience that makes the world a better place. The ideal candidate will have a dedication to software craftsmanship, an unwavering dedication to quality, and the desire to have their work seen by hundreds of millions of players worldwide.

The Analytics Engineering team is responsible for all things data at Zynga. We are building an end-to-end Analytics Platform. As a Software Engineer, you will be responsible for the software design and development of high-quality services and products to support the Analytics needs of Zynga’s games. In this role, you will be focusing on advanced technology developments for building scalable end-to-end applications and services for our business intelligence platform, which can be leveraged by our various games and data scientists/analysts.

What You'll Do

  • Design, implement, and maintain our full-stack software applications and features.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Write clean and efficient code following best practices.
  • Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to team members.
  • Troubleshoot and debug applications to resolve issues.
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle, including requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and deployment.
  • Provide production and integration support for products running in Zynga.

What You Bring

  • B.S. in Computer Science or related field or equivalent experience
  • Knowledge and production experience of Java (Spring Framework), Python, Go and React
  • 1+ Years of experience working in software engineering roles
  • Solid foundation in basic computer science fundamentals and programming skills
  • Knowledge of professional software engineering practices & best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, documentation, and operations
  • Experience with containers (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud environments like Amazon’s AWS
  • Excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.

What We Offer You

Zynga offers a world-class benefits package that helps support and balance the needs of our teams.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, which means we are committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization. Employment with us is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic – not an individual’s race, creed, color, relig

Skills

Software Design
Software Development
Data Platform
Analytics

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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