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Associate Game Designer

Zynga is looking for a top-talent Systems Designer to join the team who made the runaway hit “Willy Wonka and The Chocolate Factory Slots.” We make the world’s most beautiful social slots and do so in a fast paced, supportive, and energetic environment. Our team consists of industry veterans from both the real-money gaming and video game worlds, giving us great depth and adaptability. The Systems Designer assembles the slot machines using our proprietary engine. The position is also responsible for assisting with level curves, monetization features, and the functional health of the slot machines.

Responsibilities:

• Implement slot machines using proprietary technology.
• Work closely with Art and Math departments to build and refine the gameplay of each machine.
• Implement and troubleshoot audio files for all machines.
• Develop and maintain levelling curve strategies for maximum effect.
• Desired Skills:
• Familiarity with real world slots or social slots.
• Ability to work quickly to unblock artists and lay the groundwork for successful machine creation. (CocosBuilder knowledge a Plus)
• Awareness of object-oriented programming and design
• Experience designing and working well within a team of deeply talented peers.
• Ability to assess feature requests and machine designs for compatibility with our existing systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills between departments

What we offer you:

• Work in a studio that has complete P&L ownership of games
• Competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus scheme and Zynga RSUs
• Full medical, accident as well as life insurance benefits
• Catered breakfast, lunch and evening snacks
• Child care facilities for women employees and discounted facilities for male employees
• Well stocked pantry
• Generous Paid Maternity/Paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Active Employee Resource Groups – Women at Zynga
• Frequent employee events
• Additional leave options for most employees
• Flexible working hours on many teams
• Casual dress every single day
• Work with cool people and impact millions of daily players!