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Full-Time

Gameplay Engineer 2

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Zynga

Zynga

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops social games for mobile platforms

Social Impact
Gaming

Junior, Mid

Canada

Category
Game Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
UI/UX Design
Quality Assurance (QA)
Unity
Requirements
  • Master’s or bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering or equivalent
  • 2+ Years industry experience as a Software Developer
  • Strong working knowledge in C# and Unity.
  • Shipped at least one title as a Gameplay Engineer
  • Self-motivated with excellent problem solving and debugging skills.
  • Excellent communication skills and comfort working in a collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
  • Develop new and innovative features played by millions of players using C#, Unity cross platform.
  • Follow engineering best practices towards ensuring performance, reliability, and measurability.
  • Work on large problems and break it up for others to implement.
  • Strong Analytical, programming and debugging skills.
  • Perform Design and Code reviews.
  • Be responsible for the Live game health.
  • Closely work with other functions like PM, UI/UX, Art, QA
  • Mentor Junior Engineers.
  • Constantly look for opportunities to improve the game performance.
  • Take a hands-on approach in the development of prototypes quickly.

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

22%
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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