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Zynga

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • Toronto

AI generated summary

  • You must have a BS in CS/Engineering, 5+ years in development, expertise in an OOP language, database tech, AWS, game development experience, and knowledge of distributed systems.
  • You will design and optimize AWS backend services, document architecture, write and review code, collaborate on technical solutions, and ensure high code quality and performance.

Requirements

  • BS in Computer Science or Engineering field with at least 5 years of development experience
  • Extensive experience and strong skills with an Object Oriented language like Ruby/Rails, C#/.NET and with database technologies like MySQL, with caching technologies like Redis/Memcached
  • Experience working with Amazon AWS
  • Prior Game Development Experience
  • Knowledge of distributed systems

Responsibilities

  • Design and architect new backend applications/services running in AWS
  • Optimize & refactor existing services to improve reliability, scalability, security
  • Create documentation and tech plans for new architecture/system designs
  • Take a hands-on approach in architecting, writing and reviewing code
  • Follow engineering best practices to ensure code quality, performance and reliability
  • Collaborate across disciplines to understand product/customer requirements and propose technical solutions
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Experience in Git or a similar version control system
  • Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions
  • Passionate about software engineering, easy to work with and eager to help others on your team succeed

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we offer flexible working hours on many teams, allowing for a hybrid work format.

What locations are available for this position?

This position is available in Austin, TX; Bay Area, CA; and Toronto, Canada.

What are the main responsibilities of a Senior Software Engineer in this role?

The main responsibilities include designing and architecting new backend applications/services in AWS, optimizing existing services, creating documentation and tech plans, collaborating across disciplines, and writing and reviewing code.

What skills and experience are required for this position?

Required skills include a BS in Computer Science or Engineering, at least 5 years of development experience, extensive experience with an Object-Oriented language (e.g., Ruby/Rails, C#/.NET), database technologies (e.g., MySQL), caching technologies (e.g., Redis/Memcached), and experience working with Amazon AWS.

Is prior game development experience necessary?

Yes, prior game development experience is required for this position.

What are some desired skills for this role?

Desired skills include frontend experience with React and React Native.

What benefits do you offer?

We offer a competitive salary, bonus plans, 401K match, health coverage, mental health support, fitness reimbursement, flexible working hours, and generous paid leave policies, among other benefits.

What is the pay range for this position in California?

The pay range for this position in California starts between $98,400 and $145,620 per year, depending on various factors such as experience and job-related knowledge.

Does your company have a diversity and inclusion policy?

Yes, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and celebrate diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds throughout our organization.

How can an applicant request accommodations for disabilities?

Applicants can request accommodations by contacting us at AccommodationRequest@zynga.com for support related to their application for an open position.

Does Zynga conduct interviews through third-party messaging apps?

No, Zynga does not conduct interviews or make job offers over third-party messaging apps like Telegram or WhatsApp, and we never ask for personal or financial information through unofficial channels.

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Zynga

Connecting the world through games.

Technology
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2007
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Zynga was founded in 2007 with the vision that play would become one of the core activities on the Internet. We pioneered social games with the belief that if we could make games simple, accessible and social the world would start playing. We are excited that games have grown to become the second most popular activity by time spent, even surpassing email. But we have a lot of hard work, innovation and growth ahead of us to create a future where social gaming is a daily habit for everyone. Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment with a mission to connect the world through games and a wholly-owned label of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc.