software engineer hit it rich backend php r - Eugene, United States - Zynga

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AVAILABLE POSITIONS Software Engineer 1 – Hit It Rich (Backend/PHP)

Careers Category: Engineering

Careers location: Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, Eugene, OR, Toronto, Canada

Connected Worker Type: Connected

Requisition Id: R_111185

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.

ROLE

• Feature and Gameplay Server-side Engineer
• Individual Contributor, working under a Technical Lead

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Help to develop features & gameplay functionality in PHP
• Create and work with data objects in relation and no relational storage models
• Dive into existing functionality and systems to extend as-needed
• Develop and integrate new technologies and tools
• Assist with defining and scoping out work

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• B.Sc. in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent education / work experience
• 2+ Years industry experience as a Software Developer
• Strong working knowledge in PHP
• Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms and software methodologies
• Excellent communication skills and comfort working in a collaborative environment

BONUS SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Prior game development experience (on shipped titles or live games experience)
• Mobile development experience with a focus on iOS and/or Android
• Experience in Javascript, Go, or similar programming languages
• Experience with Source Control like git

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

• Competitive salary, bonus plan and ESPP (Employee Stock Purchase Plan)
• 401K Company Match Contribution (US)
• RRSP/DPSP company match contribution (Canada)
• Health coverage, dental, disability, critical illness, EAP, and life insurance (Canada)
• Medical, dental, vision, EAP, life insurance, and disability benefits (US)
• Virtual mental health and neurodiversity support programs
• Global Fitness reimbursement program
• Global Wellbeing Program
• Financial wellness program with unlimited access to certified financial planners
• Discretionary Time Off policy for many employees
• Family planning support program
• Generous paid parental, pregnancy-related disability, caregiver, and compassionate leaves
• Subsidized Back-up child care
• Zynga happy hours and frequent employee events
• Flexible working hours on many teams
• Culture of diversity and inclusion including employee resource groups
• Work with cool people and impact millions of daily player

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 to request an accommodation associated with your application for an open position.

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