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Internship Javascript Game Developer Jobs in Chicago, IL

.Net Developer

Chicago, IL

$49.75 - $65.75/hr

Elevate the game of the entire team. REQUIREMENTS: 7+ years of experience in software development ... Chicago, IL Keywords: .Net C#, ASP.NET, MVC, JavaScript, JQuery, Entity Framework, Web API

Senior React Native Developer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$56.25 - $74.25/hr

Come be a part of a software development company that is truly changing the game! Innovation and ... Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript * Experience with utility libraries such as react-query

Experience working with JavaScript or TypeScript * Strong verbal and written communication skills ... At HRT we're friends and colleagues - whether we are sharing a meal, playing the latest board game ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for internship javascript game developer in Chicago, IL is $23.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.09 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Principal Software Engineer (backend) - Payments

Principal Software Engineer (backend) - Payments

Zynga

Chicago, IL • On-site

$139K - $186K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Job Summary:
Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment, known for its diverse game portfolio. The Principal Software Engineer will work with a team to craft and maintain Zynga’s core Payments platform, focusing on backend applications and optimizing existing services.
Responsibilities:
• Design and architect new backend applications/services running in AWS
• 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
Qualifications:
Required:
• 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)
• 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
Preferred:
• 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
• Experience working with AI tools
Company:
Zynga is a mobile game developer that creates and operates social games as live services played on the Internet. Founded in 2007, the company is headquartered in San Mateo, USA, with a team of 1001-5000 employees. The company is currently Late Stage.