Full-Time

Business Operations Analyst

Posted on 8/9/2024

Zynga

Zynga

1,001-5,000 employees

Develops social games for mobile platforms

Social Impact
Gaming

Junior, Mid

United Kingdom

Category
Business Research
Strategy Development
Operations & Logistics
Business & Strategy
Required Skills
Communications
SQL
Tableau
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative field
  • At least 2 years of experience in a data-intensive role
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables, lookups, conditional functions, charting, and keyboard shortcuts
  • Advanced skills in SQL including joins, creating tables, case statements, and subqueries
  • Strong problem-solving skills, teamwork, and creativity
  • Strong work ethic to consistently meet deadlines in a fast-paced business
  • Intellectual curiosity to dig through large volumes of data in order to uncover the insights within it
  • Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail, time management skills, and openness toward growth
  • Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills
Responsibilities
  • Maximize the value of advertising inventory through manual and automated processes
  • Design, execute, and analyze innovative pre/post and A/B tests to identify new opportunities
  • Synthesize data into dashboards and reports using Excel, SQL, and Tableau
  • Refine data processes, set up tools, and create automation to improve operational efficiency
  • Execute ad hoc analysis to identify revenue optimization opportunities and improve business performance
  • Assist with daily operations and analytics as needed
  • Role may also require researching recent trends in the mobile advertising, mobile gaming, and advertising technology industries

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 revenue from advertising. Zynga also partners with organizations like Amazon Prime and educational initiatives to expand its reach and support social causes.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$841.9M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2007

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 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.

What critics are saying

  • 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.

What makes Zynga unique

  • 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.

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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

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