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# Software Developer

- **Company:** Zynga, Inc.
- **Location:** Ontario, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $99,800.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Android Software Development, Apple IOS, C Sharp (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Software Quality, Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Engineering, Web Development, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Web Services, WebGL, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Caching, Backend, Kotlin, AngularJS, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Docker
- **Published:** October 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e1a9d90f-9981-47d8-8a8b-c70995eb998a

## About the Role

* Degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering) or equivalent experience
 * 4+ years of hands-on software development experience
 * Experience in programming RESTful services using Java
 * Solid understanding of backend server applications, web services
 * Strong familiarity and experience using AWS and/or other cloud computing platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
 * Familiarity with Docker and Kubernetes
 * Experience with caching (Valkey) and database systems (RDS / SQL, NoSQL)
 * Familiarity with web development using JavaScript, Angular, and/or React is a strong plus
 * Experience in object-oriented design of applications/systems
 * Experience with agile development methodologies and tools
 * Experience working with external groups/teams on technical implementations and procedures
 * Experience working with AI tools
 * Bonus: Any working experience with C#/Swift/Kotlin, iOS, Android, WebGL or Unity

## Description

Come join the team at Zynga making an impact across all of the company's games - Central Technology! We focus on shared client & server tech that drives the core gameplay experience under the hood. We're looking for outstanding engineers with a passion for technology and the desire to work in a team with dynamic strengths. The Senior Software Engineer will be working with a complementary team of software engineers to craft and maintain Zynga's core Payments platform, which enables flawless integration with app stores, consoles, and payments processing providers. They will play a key role in helping architect, build and improve the next-gen framework for our games.

What You'll Do:

 * Design, code, and develop new backend applications/services running in AWS
 * Optimize and refactor existing services to improve reliability, scalability and to lower cost
 * Take a hands-on approach in architecting, writing and reviewing code
 * Review detailed tech plans from others, aligning with the team and Zynga-wide technical vision
 * Follow engineering standard methodologies to ensure code quality, performance and reliability
 * Collaborate effectively with teammates, contributing to an innovative environment of technical excellence.
 * Provide production and integration support for shared technology across Zynga game