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Zynga

Zynga

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops social games for mobile platforms

Social Impact
Gaming

Compensation Overview

$109.8k - $175.5kAnnually

+ Bonus + Equity Awards

Senior

Canada

Category
Product Operations
Product Strategy
Product
Required Skills
Agile
Communications
JIRA
SCRUM
Requirements
  • 8+ years production experience with one or more complete development cycles in a production role
  • Launch and support of a game or product as a live service
  • Demonstrate outstanding organization, communication and leadership skills
  • Comfortable switching between the tactical and strategic
  • Experience with Agile/Waterfall/SCRUM development
  • Consistent track record working in rapid development cycles
  • Experience leading multi-discipline teams
  • Must be self-directed, detail oriented and a problem solver with a burning desire to contribute to a uniquely creative environment
  • Promote candid communication of issues with a show and tell approach
Responsibilities
  • Manage the production schedule of the project.
  • Optimize capacity across a project based on team efficiency and velocity.
  • Effective leadership of producers providing guidance, support and career growth.
  • Ensure that key developmental and production objectives are satisfied.
  • Implements project tracking through JIRA and scope management processes.
  • Coordinate roadmap planning, execution, review and release of project sprints and live updates.
  • Set priorities of action items and lead the communication and alignment with the team.
  • Proactively identify dependencies and risks to the project plan and own the solutions to mitigate those risks.
  • Define and continually improve the production process.
  • Communicate project status regularly with team members and track the status of tasks and ensure goals are met.
  • Write and maintain internal documentation.
  • Serves as an internal game critic and player advocate providing and collecting feedback with an eye towards making the game the best it can be.
  • Champion an open, inclusive and positive work environment.

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 easy to play, often featuring social elements that allow players to connect with friends. This focus on social interaction helps keep players engaged and encourages them to return to the games. Zynga targets casual gamers who prefer quick and accessible entertainment on their smartphones and tablets. The company uses a freemium model, offering free downloads with optional in-game purchases for enhancements and revenue from advertising. Zynga also partners with organizations like Amazon Prime and educational initiatives to expand its reach and support social causes. The goal of Zynga is to create enjoyable gaming experiences that foster community and connection among players.

Company Stage

M&A

Total Funding

$2B

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

21%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zynga's collaboration with high-profile brands like Lamborghini and BBC Earth can lead to exclusive content and increased user engagement.
  • The release of new games like Star Wars: Hunters and branded tournaments with LIV Golf demonstrate Zynga's ongoing innovation and ability to capture diverse gaming audiences.
  • Zynga's strategic partnerships with educational and social initiatives like Girls Who Code enhance its corporate social responsibility profile, making it an attractive employer.

What critics are saying

  • The highly competitive mobile gaming market requires constant innovation to maintain user interest and market share.
  • Dependence on the freemium model means revenue is heavily reliant on in-game purchases, which can be unpredictable.

What makes Zynga unique

  • Zynga's focus on social elements within its games enhances user engagement and retention, setting it apart from competitors who may not prioritize social interaction.
  • The freemium model allows Zynga to attract a large user base by offering free-to-play games with optional in-game purchases, providing a flexible revenue stream.
  • Strategic partnerships with high-profile brands like Lamborghini and BBC Earth expand Zynga's reach and offer unique content, differentiating it from other mobile game developers.

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