Skillz Inc.

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Principal Software Engineer bengaluru 10 years INR Not disclosed On-site Part Time

About the job If you want to build, develop, and see your impact, join Skillz and level up your Career! Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile eSports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide, is revolutionizing the gaming industry. By fostering social competition within games, the Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling real-money activity in their games and providing operational support while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition. At Skillz, we understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. Want to join a team made up of alums from Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, Wynn Resorts and more? Learn more to see if Skillz is the right fit for your next career move! Experience: Experience: 10+ years of professional work experience in Golang (GO) and/or Java Proficient in working with cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or GCP. Hands-on experience with Kubernetes or similar container technologies. Able to work in-office 3 days a week in Bangalore, India Experience in the Gaming Industry (ideally). Alternatively, passion for building services for games. Strong experience with distributed, multi-tiered systems, caching mechanisms, and relational databases. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a technical field of study, or equivalent industry experience Location: Table Space Towers, 4th Cross Rd, Kaveri Nagar, Krishnarajapuram, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560048 Why Skillz ? Culture of Impact: Join a united team of builders, creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by the desire to win. At Skillz, we create value, obsess over our product, and make a difference in the world. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, which includes 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for both you and your dependents. Additionally, take advantage of our 401K matching, equity incentives, pre-tax benefit options, and more. Wellness Support: Enhance your well-being with our array of wellness initiatives, including meditation and mental health resources, physical fitness coaching and classes, family planning assistance, health and parenting guidance, virtual therapy sessions, and more. Time off: We offer competitive paid time off (PTO) & company holidays, including a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years, to help you recharge and pursue your passions. Las Vegas Headquarters: Skillz strongly believes in a five-day a week, collaborative office environment at our 36,000+ square foot headquarters. Enjoy free daily breakfast and catered lunch, snacks,a full-size gym with showers, commuter benefits, insurance, team bonding events and many more. Recognized Success: Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, CNBC's Disruptor 50, San Francisco Business Times' Best Places to Work, Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, and many more. Development Opportunities: We hold our employees to high standards while providing them with professional growth opportunities. We operate like a startup, and encourage all of our employees to collaborate and voice feedback about our product and ways we can improve as a business. We believe in never settling, and that also pertains to your growth. Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming! Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. We look forward to having you on board! Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance . Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance .

User Acquisition Associate bengaluru, karnataka 1 - 3 years None Not disclosed On-site Not specified

Join Skillz and Level Up Your Career! Are you ready to take your career to the next level? Join Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile esports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide. Skillz is revolutionizing the gaming industry, providing the ultimate platform for competitive mobile games. By fostering social competition within games, Skillz empowers developers to create multi-million dollar franchises while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition. At Skillz, we firmly believe that everyone is born with unique skills and deserves to experience an epic win. We understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. That's why we passionately champion game developers and players alike, empowering them to unleash their full potential through the power of competition. Life @ Skillz Culture of Impact: Join a united team of builders, creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by the desire to win. At Skillz, we're not just building products—we're creating value and making a difference in the world. Collaboration, ownership, and passion fuel everything we do. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, which includes Insurance coverage for medical expenses for both you and your family [Spouse, Children and Parents]. Additionally, take advantage of tax benefit options Flexi benefits, PF & NPS. Perks: We believe in enhancing your work experience. We offer competitive paid time off, company Holidays plus year-end holiday shutdown to reset and recharge. Unused paid leaves are encashable at the end of service. Stay energized with daily meal reimbursements and enjoy free snacks at the office. Twice a month, step away from your screen and connect with your squad through fun team activities like happy hours, bowling, escape rooms, movie nights, and more. Work hard, play harder! Why Skillz? Pioneers of Skill-Based Competition: Skillz is not just any company in the gaming industry; we are the pioneers of skill-based competition, partnered with industry titans like UFC, NFL, T-Mobile, Buzztime, Bowlero, while also hosting renowned events like the Game Developer Conference (GDC). Join us in transforming the way people play games and building the home of competition for all. Impact Beyond Gaming: Skillz harnesses the power of its platform to support nonprofit organizations such as Susan G. Komen, American Cancer Society, the NAACP, and more. By participating in Skillz tournaments, you can make a difference and contribute to causes you care about. Recognized Success: Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, CNBC's Disruptor 50, San Francisco Business Times' Best Places to Work, Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, and many more. Talent Magnet: Join a team of talented professionals who are passionate about what they do. Our team includes experts from Meta, Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, and more. The Future of Gaming Awaits! The gaming industry is larger than movies, music, and books combined, with over 3 billion active gamers playing monthly and over 25 million active developers worldwide. Mobile gaming, in particular, is the fastest-growing segment, projected to reach $300 billion by 2025. At Skillz, you have the opportunity to be at the forefront of this exciting industry and shape its future. Job Description We are looking for a highly analytical and results-driven User Acquisition Manager to help scale our portfolio of mobile games across key channels. You will play a crucial role in running performance marketing campaigns, driving ROI, and collaborating cross-functionally with global teams across San Francisco, Bangalore, and Los Angeles. You will work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. This is an opportunity to lead key initiatives, influence creative and analytics strategy, and drive meaningful growth across mobile and (optionally) web platforms. Key Responsibilities Campaign Execution & Optimization: Assist in setting up and executing channel-specific strategies. Focus on daily optimizations, campaign performance monitoring, and reporting. Data-Driven Reporting: Provide regular reports on campaign performance, track key KPIs, and share insights to improve the effectiveness of ongoing campaigns. Creative QA: Ensure all creative assets meet quality standards before launch, collaborate with the creative team to optimize ad visuals, and identify opportunities to improve creative performance. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate with different teams (Creative, Analytics, Product, etc.) to ensure seamless campaign execution and efficient problem-solving. Operational Efficiency: Help drive operational improvements to increase testing velocity, ensure faster iterations, and improve overall campaign performance. SKAN & Privacy Sandbox: Gain exposure to Apple's SKAN and Privacy Sandbox to ensure privacy-compliant campaigns. Stay updated on the evolving user acquisition ecosystem and related privacy regulations. Campaign Strategy Support: Work closely with Senior UA Managers to implement channel-specific strategies and ensure flawless execution of performance marketing campaigns. Key Qualifications 1-3 years in user acquisition, media buying, or performance marketing, ideally in mobile apps or gaming. Experience managing campaigns on paid social platforms (Facebook, Google) and familiarity with App Store Optimization (ASO) is a plus. Strong understanding of data-driven marketing, A/B testing, and performance reporting. Strong Excel skills for reporting and data analysis; familiarity with SQL & Tableau is a plus. Comfortable analyzing data, optimizing campaigns across channels (social, DSPs, etc.), and tracking KPIs to drive results. Ability to review and QA creative assets to ensure they meet campaign goals. Ability to manage multiple campaigns, tasks, and deadlines while ensuring high-quality execution. Knowledge of privacy regulations and frameworks such as SKAN and Privacy Sandbox is a bonus. Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming! Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. Join our team and be part of the journey. We look forward to having you on board! Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance . Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance .

Co-op, Product Design bengaluru, karnataka 0 years None Not disclosed On-site Not specified

About the job If you want to build, develop, and see your impact, join Skillz and level up your Career! Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile eSports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide, is revolutionizing the gaming industry. By fostering social competition within games, the Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling real-money activity in their games and providing operational support while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition. At Skillz, we understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. Want to join a team made up of alums from Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, Wynn Resorts and more? Learn more to see if Skillz is the right fit for your next career move! Why Skillz Culture of Impact: Join a united team of builders, creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by the desire to win. At Skillz, we create value, obsess over our product, and make a difference in the world. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, which includes 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for both you and your dependents. Additionally, take advantage of our 401K matching, equity incentives, pre-tax benefit options, and more. Wellness Support: Enhance your well-being with our array of wellness initiatives, including meditation and mental health resources, physical fitness coaching and classes, family planning assistance, health and parenting guidance, virtual therapy sessions, and more. Time off: We offer competitive paid time off (PTO) & company holidays, including a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years, to help you recharge and pursue your passions. Las Vegas Headquarters: Skillz strongly believes in a five-day a week, collaborative office environment at our 36,000+ square foot headquarters. Enjoy free daily breakfast and catered lunch, snacks,a full-size gym with showers, commuter benefits, insurance, team bonding events and many more. Recognized Success: Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, CNBC's Disruptor 50, San Francisco Business Times' Best Places to Work, Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, and many more. Development Opportunities: We hold our employees to high standards while providing them with professional growth opportunities. We operate like a startup, and encourage all of our employees to collaborate and voice feedback about our product and ways we can improve as a business. We believe in never settling, and that also pertains to your growth. Responsibilities Deliver high-fidelity UI screens and/or visual assets Create motion designs Contribute to the Visual Library Collaborate with a PM or engineer to drive actionable feedback. Key Competencies (5 bullets max) Skill in Information Architecture & UX Flows, Interaction Design & Prototyping, Visual Design & Aesthetic Sensibility as well as Motion Design Strong Collaboration & Communication ability A drive to explore creatively and a demonstrated Curiosity Strong interest in Gaming and Tech industries. Experience (5 bullets max) Currently enrolled in a Bachelor's or Master's program in Product Design, UX/UI, HCI, or a related field Portfolio showcasing strong visual design and interaction work; bonus for including motion prototypes or animated assets Proficiency in Figma; familiarity with Lottie and/or Rive preferred Preferred Internship or project experience in a professional setting. Location: Bangalore HQ Make sure to embed the below video links so they show up correctly in the posting: Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming! Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. We look forward to having you on board! Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status. Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance .

Product & UA Analytics Intern bengaluru, karnataka 0 years None Not disclosed On-site Not specified

About the job If you want to build, develop, and see your impact, join Skillz and level up your Career! Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile eSports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide, is revolutionizing the gaming industry. By fostering social competition within games, the Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling real-money activity in their games and providing operational support while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition. At Skillz, we understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. Want to join a team made up of alums from Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, Wynn Resorts and more? Learn more to see if Skillz is the right fit for your next career move! Why Skillz Culture of Impact: Join a united team of builders, creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by the desire to win. At Skillz, we create value, obsess over our product, and make a difference in the world. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, which includes 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for both you and your dependents. Additionally, take advantage of our 401K matching, equity incentives, pre-tax benefit options, and more. Wellness Support: Enhance your well-being with our array of wellness initiatives, including meditation and mental health resources, physical fitness coaching and classes, family planning assistance, health and parenting guidance, virtual therapy sessions, and more. Time off: We offer competitive paid time off (PTO) & company holidays, including a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years, to help you recharge and pursue your passions. Las Vegas Headquarters: Skillz strongly believes in a five-day a week, collaborative office environment at our 36,000+ square foot headquarters. Enjoy free daily breakfast and catered lunch, snacks,a full-size gym with showers, commuter benefits, insurance, team bonding events and many more. Recognized Success: Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, CNBC's Disruptor 50, San Francisco Business Times' Best Places to Work, Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, and many more. Development Opportunities: We hold our employees to high standards while providing them with professional growth opportunities. We operate like a startup, and encourage all of our employees to collaborate and voice feedback about our product and ways we can improve as a business. We believe in never settling, and that also pertains to your growth. Responsibilities Validate Core Metrics by monitoring the accuracy of LTV model and flag discrepancies Build Dashboards which enable the UA/product team to improve campaign spend and see LTV of user cohorts Design, launch & analyze new user retention tests Key Competencies Analytical Rigor : Strong ability to analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, inconsistencies, and actionable insights related to user acquisition performance. Attribution & Funnel Understanding : Familiarity with mobile attribution platforms (e.g., Appsflyer) and user funnel metrics such as installs, registrations, retention, and LTV. Data Validation & Quality Assurance : Attention to detail and precision in validating core business metrics across platforms, ensuring 2% discrepancy in critical KPIs. Dash boarding & Automation : Experience building dashboards and automating alerts using tools such as Looker, Tableau, or SQL-based reporting frameworks. Cohort & ROI Analysis : Capability to segment users by acquisition source and behavior, assess retention patterns, and recommend high-ROI optimization hypotheses. Experience Education: Currently enrolled in a related degree program at an accredited college or university. Familiarity with SQL: Prior projects or coursework involving SQL , Excel etc Statistical experience : Experience or coursework related to stats/ data analytics is a plue. Academic or Coop Achievements: Achievements from previous internships, Coop experiences, or academic recognitions that highlight their technical capabilities and growth mindset. Participation/achievement in Hackathons is a plus. Location: Bangalore HQ Note**: Upon hire, your title will be "Co-Op, Product & UA Analytics" Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming! Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. We look forward to having you on board! Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status. Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance .

Retention Analytics Intern bengaluru, karnataka 0 years None Not disclosed On-site Not specified

About the job If you want to build, develop, and see your impact, join Skillz and level up your Career! Skillz, the first publicly-traded mobile eSports platform that hosts billions of casual mobile gaming tournaments for millions of players worldwide, is revolutionizing the gaming industry. By fostering social competition within games, the Skillz platform helps developers build multi-million dollar franchises by enabling real-money activity in their games and providing operational support while connecting players through fair, enjoyable, and meaningful competition. At Skillz, we understand the thrill of achievement and the satisfaction of overcoming challenges. Want to join a team made up of alums from Apple, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Tesla, Twitter (X), Roblox, Zynga, Samsung, Lyft, EA, Riot, Nexon, Gameskraft, PlayStation, Unity, Scopely, Tinder, Intel, Deloitte, EY, Twitch, DraftKings, Wynn Resorts and more? Learn more to see if Skillz is the right fit for your next career move! Why Skillz Culture of Impact: Join a united team of builders, creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs driven by the desire to win. At Skillz, we create value, obsess over our product, and make a difference in the world. Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our comprehensive benefits package, which includes 100% coverage for medical, dental, and vision expenses for both you and your dependents. Additionally, take advantage of our 401K matching, equity incentives, pre-tax benefit options, and more. Wellness Support: Enhance your well-being with our array of wellness initiatives, including meditation and mental health resources, physical fitness coaching and classes, family planning assistance, health and parenting guidance, virtual therapy sessions, and more. Time off: We offer competitive paid time off (PTO) & company holidays, including a company-wide shutdown between Christmas and New Years, to help you recharge and pursue your passions. Las Vegas Headquarters: Skillz strongly believes in a five-day a week, collaborative office environment at our 36,000+ square foot headquarters. Enjoy free daily breakfast and catered lunch, snacks,a full-size gym with showers, commuter benefits, insurance, team bonding events and many more. Recognized Success: Skillz has earned recognition as one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, CNBC's Disruptor 50, San Francisco Business Times' Best Places to Work, Forbes' Next Billion-Dollar Startups, and the #1 fastest-growing company in America on the Inc. 5000 list, and many more. Development Opportunities: We hold our employees to high standards while providing them with professional growth opportunities. We operate like a startup, and encourage all of our employees to collaborate and voice feedback about our product and ways we can improve as a business. We believe in never settling, and that also pertains to your growth. Responsibilities Validate Core Metrics by monitoring the accuracy of LTV model and flag discrepancies Build Dashboards which enable the UA/product team to improve campaign spend and see LTV of user cohorts Design, launch & analyze new user retention tests Key Competencies Analytical Rigor : Strong ability to analyze large, complex datasets to identify trends, inconsistencies, and actionable insights related to user acquisition performance. Attribution & Funnel Understanding : Familiarity with mobile attribution platforms (e.g., Appsflyer) and user funnel metrics such as installs, registrations, retention, and LTV. Data Validation & Quality Assurance : Attention to detail and precision in validating core business metrics across platforms, ensuring 2% discrepancy in critical KPIs. Dash boarding & Automation : Experience building dashboards and automating alerts using tools such as Looker, Tableau, or SQL-based reporting frameworks. Cohort & ROI Analysis : Capability to segment users by acquisition source and behavior, assess retention patterns, and recommend high-ROI optimization hypotheses. Experience Education: Currently enrolled in a related degree program at an accredited college or university. Familiarity with SQL: Prior projects or coursework involving SQL , Excel etc Statistical experience : Experience or coursework related to stats/ data analytics is a plue. Academic or Coop Achievements: Achievements from previous internships, Coop experiences, or academic recognitions that highlight their technical capabilities and growth mindset. Participation/achievement in Hackathons is a plus. Location: Bangalore HQ Note**: Upon hire, your title will be "Co-Op, Retention Analytics" Join Skillz and Let's Redefine the Boundaries of Gaming! Together, we'll create a world where skill, passion, and innovation thrive. We look forward to having you on board! Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status. Skillz embraces diversity and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to diversifying our workforce, we do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, gender, gender identity, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, citizenship, veteran status, or disability status, and we operate in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance .