Software Engineer Intern

Zynga Early Careers; Barcelona; Hybrid; EUR 10,000 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (Barcelona)

25 days annual leave

Language lessons (English, Spanish, or

Job summary

Zynga is offering a Mobile Developer Intern position in Barcelona. You will work with our Game Development team, learning to build and refine features in C++ while supporting gameplay systems and tools.

This internship provides hands-on experience on live projects across our global portfolio, with mentorship from senior engineers. You will join a collaborative, creative environment focused on learning, innovation, and delivering high-quality mobile experiences for millions of players worldwide.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field.
• Experience with C/C++ through coursework or projects.
• Knowledge of 2D/3D graphics and mathematics.
• Familiarity with mobile platforms (iOS & Android).

Responsibilities

• Learn to build and improve features in C++ alongside senior engineers.
• Support internal tools, gameplay systems, and optimization tasks.
• Test, debug, and polish gameplay experiences.
• Participate in code reviews and team discussions.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and developers on small projects.

Skills

C/C++

2D/3D graphics

Mobile platforms (iOS/Android)

Problem-solving mindset

Education

Pursuing Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or related field

Job description

Level Up Your Career with Zynga!

At Zynga, we bring people together through the power of play. As a global leader in interactive entertainment and a proud label of Take-Two Interactive, our games have been downloaded over 6 billion times—connecting players in 175+ countries through fun, strategy, and a little friendly competition.

From thrilling casino spins to epic strategy battles, mind-bending puzzles, and social word challenges, our diverse game portfolio has something for everyone. Fan-favorites and latest hits include FarmVille™, Words With Friends™, Zynga Poker™, Game of Thrones Slots Casino™, Wizard of Oz Slots™, Hit it Rich! Slots™, Wonka Slots™, Top Eleven™, Toon Blast™, Empires & Puzzles™, Merge Dragons!™, CSR Racing™, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells™, Match Factory™, and Color Block Jam™—plus many more!

Founded in 2007 and headquartered in California, our teams span North America, Europe, and Asia, working together to craft unforgettable gaming experiences. Whether you’re spinning, strategizing, matching, or competing, Zynga is where fun meets innovation—and where you can take your career to the next level.

Join us and be part of the play!

We’re looking for a Mobile Developer Intern to join our Game Development team and help us create and improve the amazing experiences enjoyed by millions of players worldwide.

As part of your internship, you’ll work alongside experienced C++ developers , learning how we build and polish our games from the inside out. You’ll contribute to real projects, support gameplay features, improve tools and workflows, and gain hands-on experience in how a world-class studio develops and ships mobile games.

This is an excellent opportunity to learn, grow, and level up your technical and creative skills in a supportive and fun environment.

What You’ll Do

• Learn to build and improve features in C++ alongside senior engineers.
• Support the team with internal tools, gameplay systems, and optimization tasks.
• Help test, debug, and polish gameplay experiences.
• Participate in code reviews and team discussions to understand best practices.
• Collaborate with designers, artists, and other developers on small but meaningful projects.
• Explore new ideas and propose creative technical solutions under guidance.
• Contribute to technical documentation and small improvements in workflows.

What You Bring

• Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field.
• Experience with C/C++ through coursework, personal projects or other internships.
• Knowledge of 2D/3D graphics, and computer mathematics/algebra.
• Some knowledge in mobile platforms (iOS, Android).
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passion for games, learning, and teamwork.
• Strong problem-solving mindset and curiosity to explore how things work.

What’s in it for you as a Socialpointer?

• Hybrid working model: we ask you to come to our Barcelona office at least 2 days per week
• A generous 25 days of annual leave, plus public holidays
• Free language lessons in English, Spanish and Catalan