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Zynga is looking for a server-side engineer in the Austin, Eugene, Chicago, or Toronto areas, and more specifically, someone whose level of experience should be equivalent to a Software Engineer.

We have a well-rounded and tight-knit, distributed team with a healthy mix of engineering skill levels, and are looking to strengthen our team in tackling a variety of challenges that we face. We need a self-driven and motivated engineer who is a strong communicator, works well as a team player, and performs well under tight deadlines.

The candidate would have an opportunity to work on critical game components that contribute to user-facing features, gameplay functionality, existing functionality & systems, and have a general focus on solving challenging problems for high profile titles. The ideal candidate will have strong working knowledge in PHP and will have at least two years of experience as a software developer.

Our mission is to “Connect the World through Games” by building a truly social experience that makes the world a better place. To be successful in this role you will have a passion for games, a high level of integrity, great technical depth and skills, and a strong desire to build successful software.

Don’t hesitate; Apply now!

• Health coverage, dental, disability, critical illness, EAP, and life insurance (Canada)
• Competitive salary, bonus plan and ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• Global Fitness reimbursement program
• Financial wellness program with unlimited access to certified financial planners
• Work with cool people and impact millions of daily player
• Zynga happy hours and frequent employee events
• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent education / work experience
• Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups
• Strong working knowledge in PHP
• Create and work with data objects in relation and no relational storage models
• 2+ Years industry experience as a Software Developer
• Global Wellbeing Program
• Flexible working hours on many teams
• Subsidized Back-up child care
• Develop and integrate new technologies and tools
• Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits (US)
• Experience in Javascript, Go, or similar programming languages
• Family planning support program
• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms and software methodologies
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working in a collaborative environment
• Assist with defining and scoping out work
• Individual Contributor, working under a Technical Lead
• Prior game development experience (on shipped titles or live games experience)
• Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
• RRSP/DPSP company match contribution (Canada)
• Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programs
• Dive into existing functionality and systems to extend as-needed
• Generous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leaves
• Mobile development experience with a focus on iOS and/or Android
• 401K Company Match Contribution (US)
• Help to develop features & gameplay functionality in PHP
• Experience with Source Control like git
• Feature and Gameplay Server-side Engineer

The pay range for this position in California at the start of employment is expected to be between $112,000 and $168,000 per year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation or benefit program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to building a diverse and talented workforce. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, colour, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, disability, or any other class or characteristic protected by applicable law. We welcome job-seekers, players, employees, and partners from all backgrounds to join us!

We will consider all qualified job-seekers with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities in order to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at [email protected] to request an accommodation associated with your application for an open position.

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Careers Category: Engineering

Careers location: Austin, TX, Bay Area, CA, Carlsbad, CA, Chicago, IL, Eugene, OR, Toronto, Canada

Connected Worker Type: Connected

Requisition Id: R_108859