Backend Engineer

1 Month ago • All levels • Backend Development

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Job Description

As a Backend Engineer at Zynga, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the backend systems that power our games. You will work with a team of talented engineers to build scalable and reliable systems that can handle millions of users. You will have the opportunity to work on a variety of challenging projects and contribute to the success of our games. Responsibilities include: - Designing and implementing backend systems using a variety of technologies - Writing clean, maintainable, and efficient code - Working with other engineers to design and implement new features - Debugging and resolving issues - Maintaining and improving existing systems - Participating in code reviews and technical discussions

Must have:

Strong programming skills in Java, Python, or C++
Experience with databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, or MongoDB
Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure
Experience with RESTful APIs
Excellent problem-solving skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills

Good to have:

Experience with game development
Experience with distributed systems
Experience with microservices
Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker
Experience with DevOps practices

Perks:

Competitive salary and benefits
Opportunity to work on innovative and challenging projects
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Opportunity to learn and grow
Flexible work arrangements

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