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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Software Engineer (backend) - Payments - **Company:** Zynga, Inc. - **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $114,300.0 - $180,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Software as a Service, Software Quality, Computer Programming, Databases, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Software Design Patterns, Web Development, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), NoSQL, Object-Oriented Software Development, Platform as a Service (PAAS), Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Web Services, Cloud Platform System, ReactJS, Technical Debt, Backend, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Restful APIs - **Published:** June 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=26eb3ae229569fed ## About the Role Do you have experience in Web services design?, * Degree in a technical field (e.g., Computer Science, Computer Engineering) or equivalent experience * 6+ years of hands-on software development experience * Experience in programming RESTful services using Java * Solid understanding of backend server applications and web services * Strong familiarity and experience using AWS and/or other cloud computing platforms (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) * Strong familiarity and experience with database systems (SQL, NoSQL) * Experience with C#/C++ and mobile client development is a strong plus * Familiarity with containers and Kubernetes * Familiarity with web development using JavaScript, Angular, and/or React * Deep understanding of algorithms, design patterns, debugging and performance optimization * Experience in object-oriented design of applications/systems * Experience with agile development methodologies and tools * Excellent interpersonal skills - particularly the ability to discuss timelines, design concerns, work with distributed teams, and provide effective feedback to team members * Experience working with AI tools ## 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 Principal 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., * Optimize and refactor existing services to improve reliability, scalability and to lower cost * Document and build plans for architecture and system designs * 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 * Proactively identify and recommend improvements to address systemic problems and tech debt * Follow engineering standard methodologies to ensure code quality, performance and reliability * Work collaboratively across teams to understand product/customer requirements and propose technical solutions * Provide production and integration support for shared technology across Zynga games ## Related Videos - [Developing the Backend with Stefan Lingler, CTO at Shpock](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100360-developing-the-backend-with-stefan-lingler-cto-at-shpock) - [Watch Tests Go Brrrr! : Getting Started with Cypress in ReactJS](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/282-watch-tests-go-brrrr-getting-started-with-cypress-in-reactjs) - [Leveraging Real time data in FSIs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/806-leveraging-real-time-data-in-fsis) - [How Data is Shaping our Games](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/176-how-data-is-shaping-our-games) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [Inside Bitpanda's Tech Stack: Scaling a European Fintech Leader - Markus Dorner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1979-inside-bitpanda-s-tech-stack-scaling-a-european-fintech-leader-markus-dorner) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How Much FAANG Companies Actually Pay Software Engineers in 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/230-how-much-faang-companies-actually-pay-software-engineers-in-2025) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies in Europe](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/162-highest-paying-tech-companies-in-europe) - [Backend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/196-backend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Software Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/194-software-developer-salary-in-germany-2023) - [Frontend Developer Salary in Germany [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/195-frontend-developer-salary-in-germany-2023)