Zynga
interactive entertainment
PrincipalSoftwareEngineer
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“Principal Software Engineer at Zynga. Skills: architecture, development of highly advanced software systems, strategic technical direction, mentoring senior engineers, C#, Unity, client-backend integrations, software architecture and design principles, Git, CI/CD Processes. lead the architecture and development of highly advanced software systems. provide strategic technical direction”
What You'll Achieve.
delivering high-quality, scalable systems; ensure that software solutions meet business and technical requirements; ensure quality
Industry & Context.
Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex technical challenges; Ability to analyze product code and propose improvement solutions for better performance
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
experience in software development, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality, scalable systems, Proficiency in C#, essential knowledge of Unity, Proficiency in client-backend integrations, understanding of software architecture and design principles, Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to break down complex technical challenges, Dedication to maintaining code quality through code reviews and alignment with industry standards CI/CD Processes, Having a very understanding of Git and code repository management, Ability to analyze product code and propose improvement solutions for better performance, Familiarity with game development, understanding of the gaming industry, A hands-on management style, with involvement in end-to-end process tracking, Excellent communication and leadership abilities, Skill in coordinating with other teams leads to synchronising the development processes, Understand general business concepts to interpret critical metrics for the business/product (such as DAU, ARPDAU, etc.), Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or a related field
Nice to Have
Relocation assistance for those moving to the UK
What You'll Do.
lead the architecture and development of highly advanced software systems
provide strategic technical direction
mentor senior engineers
ensure that software solutions meet business and technical requirements
Define architectural standards and frameworks for software development
Own the development of critical systems that require high reliability
Be involved in developing technical roadmaps and attend planning sessions
Evaluate and embrace new technologies to solve business needs
Support the engineering team in developing skills and promoting teamwork
Monitor project timelines and work progress to ensure quality
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software developers
Ensure the technical feasibility and prioritization of new game features
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Support the engineering team in developing skills and promoting teamwork; Skill in coordinating with other teams leads to synchronising the development processes
Communication Scope
Excellent communication and leadership abilities
Process & Methodology
developing technical roadmaps, attend planning sessions, Monitor project timelines and work progress to ensure quality, A hands-on management style, with involvement in end-to-end process tracking
Full Job Description
Level Up Your Career with Zynga! At Zynga, we bring people together through the power of play. As a global leader in interactive entertainment and a proud label of Take-Two Interactive, our games have been downloaded over 6 billion times—connecting players in 175+ countries through fun, strategy, and a little friendly competition. From thrilling casino spins to epic strategy battles, mind-bending puzzles, and social word challenges, our diverse game portfolio has something for everyone. Fan-favorites and latest hits include FarmVille™, Words With Friends™, Zynga Poker™, Game of Thrones Slots Casino™, Wizard of Oz Slots™, Hit it Rich! Slots™, Wonka Slots™, Top Eleven™, Toon Blast™, Empires & Puzzles™, Merge Dragons!™, CSR Racing™, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells™, Match Factory™, and Color Block Jam™—plus many more! Founded in 2007 and headquartered in California, our teams span North America, Europe, and Asia, working together to craft unforgettable gaming experiences. Whether you're spinning, strategizing, matching, or competing, Zynga is where fun meets innovation—and where you can take your career to the next level. Join us and be part of the play! Position Overview: As a Principal Software Engineer, you will lead the architecture and development of highly advanced software systems. You will provide strategic technical direction, mentor senior engineers, and ensure that software solutions meet business and technical requirements. What You’ll Do: Define architectural standards and frameworks for software development. Own the development of critical systems that require high reliability. Be involved in developing technical roadmaps and attend planning sessions. Evaluate and embrace new technologies to solve business needs. Support the engineering team in developing skills and promoting teamwork. Monitor project timelines and work progress to ensure quality. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to software developers. Ensure the technical feasibility and prior
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