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Software Engineer/Intern

Company: Zynga

General Information
  • Job Type: Internship
  • Location: San Francisco, CA
Contact Information
  • Name: Jackie Shuler
  • Phone: 407.314.6699
  • Email: jshuler@zynga.com
  • Address: Jackie Shuler jshuler@zynga.com
  • Website: http://www.zynga.com

If you are currently in school, and are within 2 years of graduating with either a bachelor’s, master’s, or PhD degree, then you are eligible to apply for one of our Software Engineer internships or co-ops at Zynga.
We’re currently searching for Intern and Co-op Software Engineers for our locations throughout North America who 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 Engineering internship position, you will be considered for all software engineering internship 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 in 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

 

Requirements:

• Working towards a 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 pbject-oriented skills preferred

• Knowledge of the software development lifecycle

• Exposure to game design and development experience (academic, employment, or personal)

• Experience with version control systems such as Subversion or CVS is a plus!

• Facebook, Google+, iOS, or Android development experience is a plus!

• Excellent teamwork skills and ability to assist other team members in problem-solving

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Ability to handle multiple tasks with minimal oversight

• Ability to be highly flexible to quickly changing business needs and new technologies

• If you have a link that exhibits your work, be sure to include that as well!


The Perks of Being an Intern at Zynga:

  • We want to provide you with work which is virtually indistinguishable from that of a full-time employee. We want you to be challenged and to get the full experience of what it’s like to work at Zynga!
  • Yes, our internships are paid!
  • Delicious food! Yes, our interns partake in our delicious (and free!) gourmet meals every day – all lunches and dinners are provided Monday through Friday! And delicious snacks all day every day!
  • Personal health and wellness: Onsite massages, haircuts, reflexology and acupuncture are offered at certain locations. We also provide free gym memberships 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.

How to Apply: Submit resumes directly to jshuler@zynga.com to be considered for on campus interviews January 26th and 27th.