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Subject: [JOB OPP] Zynga Software Engineer
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From: Yoni Lateiner
Date: Tue, Jan 17, 2012 at 8:11 PM
Subject: Zynga Software Engineer Job Description
To: Raul Santos Matsui
Full-time/New Grad Software Engineer
If you are currently in your final year or term of a bachelor*s,
master*s, or PhD program, and have not yet graduated, or are within
one year of having obtained your degree, then you are eligible to
apply for one of our New Grad Software Engineer/Developer positions
We're currently searching for New Grad Software
Engineers/Developers for our locations throughout North
America. These individuals should have a demonstrated track record
of high performance, teamwork, passion for games, and the ability
to work in an extremely fast-paced environment. Are you fanatical
about games? Do you want to be part of one of the most exciting
industries to emerge?
Zynga's software engineers don't just develop some of the world's
largest games, they deliver some of the world's largest
infrastructures. Our software engineers are blazing trails in all
facets of game design, web technologies, and massive
scalability. Like other companies facing explosive growth, Zynga
faces a number of challenges*but many are unique to our situation:
the large data requirements of online gaming require us to
continually push boundaries to discover the best solutions. Zynga
software engineers are willing to pick up any of the languages,
technologies, or methodologies necessary to smite a challenge*and
if a conventional solution doesn't exist, they innovate as
necessary. Our software engineers are comfortable moving between
frontend, backend, and architecture roles.
Diverse Software Engineering Roles:
By applying for our Software Engineer position, you will be
considered for all software engineering opportunities across
Zynga's many engineering teams. Our team of recruiters will find
the best match for your background. We have a host of software
engineering challenges to solve among a number of specialized
areas! Here are some of the specialized roles we have offered past
candidates:
. Server Engineer
. Frontend/UI Engineer
. Full-Stack Engineer
. Web Developer
. PHP Developer
. Flash/ActionScript Developer
. Internationalization Engineer
. QA Engineer
Requirements:
. BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science or related technical
discipline (or equivalent)
. A solid foundation in computer science, with strong competencies
in data structures, algorithms and software design
. Extensive programming experience in one or more of the
following: C/C++, Java, Python, JavaScript/AJAX, Mobile Software
Development (iOS, Android)
. Strong object-oriented skills preferred
o Knowledge of the software development lifecycle
o Exposure to game design and development experience (academic,
employment, or personal)
o Experience with version control systems such as Subversion or CVS is a
plus!
. Facebook, Google+, iOS, or Android development experience is a
plus!
o Excellent teamwork skills and ability to assist other team members in
problem-solving
o Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
o Ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal oversight
o Ability to be highly flexible to quickly changing business needs and
new technologies
o If you have a link that exhibits your work, be sure to include that in
your application!
The Benefits & Perks:
. Health Benefits: Zynga pays 100% of benefit premiums for
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for all U.S. full-time employees and
75% of their dependents* premiums.
. Free lunch, free dinner, and all the snacks you*ll ever want or
need. Zynga workers are a well-fed bunch. Our great culinary staff
provides meals for our entire workforce five days a week.
. Zynga employees receive an abundance of cool freebies and gear
all year long!
. Dog-friendly! Every day is *bring your dog to work day.*
. Relaxation lounges! Unwind with ping pong, foosball, or an
assortment of arcade games, console games, and more.
. Personal health and wellness: Onsite massages, haircuts,
reflexology and acupuncture are offered at certain locations. We also
provide free gym memberships for full-time employees at certain locations.
About Zynga Inc.
Zynga Inc. is the world's leading social game developer with more than 230
million monthly active users playing its games which
include CityVille, FarmVille, Empires & Allies, FrontierVille, Words With
Friends, Mafia Wars, Zynga Poker, Cafe World, and Treasure Isle. Zynga Inc
games are available on a number of global platforms including Facebook,
MySpace, Yahoo, the iPad, the iPhone and Android devices. Through
Zynga.org, Zynga players have raised more than $10 million for world
social causes. Zynga Inc. is headquartered in San Francisco. For more
information, visit www.zynga.com or www.zynga.org
Yoni Lateiner
University Relations Manager | Zynga
http://zynga.com | http://www.facebook.com//ZyngaUR
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*If you love what you do, then you'll never be working.*
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Lisa Meeden Swarthmore College
Professor, Computer Science 500 College Ave.
meeden@cs.swarthmore.edu Swarthmore, PA 19081
www.cs.swarthmore.edu/~meeden 610-328-8565
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