Zynga Game Network India Pvt Ltd is looking for a Principal Software Engineer to join a distributed team. You will define, architect, and develop features and gameplay functionality in Unity and C#, working on user-facing features, core gameplay, and various systems for high-profile mobile games.
What You'll Do
- Define, architect, and develop features and gameplay functionality in Unity and C#
- Develop and integrate new technologies and tools, working closely with content teams
- Dive into the internals of core systems to extend them as needed
- Iterate on new or existing functionality and UI / UX
- Proactively optimize code and memory for high-performance simulations with tight constraints
- Scope out large tasks and systems with minimal direction and help with delegation
- Work closely with other engineers to lead multi-week or month-long efforts
- Give team and/or divisional tech talks on architectures you've built
- Work to identify and help improve team and process inefficiencies
- Help mentor other engineers
What We're Looking For
- B.Sc. in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent education or work experience
- 6+ years of game industry or mobile app experience as a software developer
- Experience with shipped titles and/or live games
- Expert knowledge in C#, C/C++, or a similar programming language
- 3+ years of Unity experience
- Solid foundation in data structures, algorithms, and software methodologies
- Excellent communication skills and comfort working in a collaborative environment
Nice to Have
- Experience with git
- Experience with performance profiling and optimization
- Mobile development with a focus on iOS and Android
Technical Stack
- Unity
- C#
- C/C++
Team & Environment
You will join a distributed, well-rounded, and tight-knit team with a healthy mix of engineering skill levels.
Benefits & Compensation
- Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage
- 14 paid holidays per calendar year
- Paid vacation time per calendar year (ranging from 15 to 25 days) or eligibility for discretionary time off
- Up to 10 paid sick days per calendar year
- Paid parental and compassionate leave
- Wellbeing programs for mental health and other wellness support
- Family planning support through Maven
- Commuter benefits
- Reimbursements for fitness-related expenses
- Eligibility to participate in 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program
- Compensation ranges: Illinois: $120,600 - $178,500 per year; Toronto: $114,300 - $169,140 per year. + equity eligibility
Work Mode
This is a local position open to candidates in Austin, Eugene, Chicago, or Toronto.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds.
