Xsolla - Tech Lead — Backend Gaming Services Integrations
Requirements
• Lead technical strategy and architecture for integrations with third-party backend gaming service providers. • Design robust, scalable solutions that connect external game backend services with Xsolla’s ecosystem. • Act as the primary subject-matter expert on backend gaming systems, including identity, inventory, entitlements, progression, matchmaking, and social features. • Collaborate with external provider teams and internal Xsolla product/engineering groups to align APIs, workflows, and use cases. • Ensure secure, reliable, and efficient data flows across all integration surfaces. • Mentor engineers, lead code reviews, and promote best practices in software architecture. • Improve observability, monitoring, and deployment stability across integrated systems. • Deep understanding of game backend systems and services (identity, entitlements, inventory, progression, matchmaking, etc.). • Proven experience designing integrations between large-scale platforms or distributed systems. • Proven experience SDK/API design skills and experience with microservices architectures. • Familiarity with cloud-native environments, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices. • Excellent communication, cross-team collaboration, and technical leadership skills. • Background in gaming infrastructure, live game operations, or high-load server systems. • Experience working with SDK-driven integrations or external technical partners.
Responsibilities
• Lead technical strategy and architecture for integrations with third-party backend gaming service providers. • Design robust, scalable solutions that connect external game backend services with Xsolla’s ecosystem. • Act as the primary subject-matter expert on backend gaming systems, including identity, inventory, entitlements, progression, matchmaking, and social features. • Collaborate with external provider teams and internal Xsolla product/engineering groups to align APIs, workflows, and use cases. • Ensure secure, reliable, and efficient data flows across all integration surfaces. • Mentor engineers, lead code reviews, and promote best practices in software architecture. • Improve observability, monitoring, and deployment stability across integrated systems. • By submitting your application, you consent to Xsolla conducting background checks, where permitted by law, after the final interview stage. All checks will comply with local regulations, and your information will be handled confidentially. • Xsolla takes your privacy seriously and will not sell or externally distribute any personal data received during the hiring process. In accordance with applicable data protection laws, Xsolla is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy. • For any inquiries related to data privacy, please contact: [email protected] • Explore more opportunities at: https://xsolla.com/careers • We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
Benefits
• We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes unlimited Flexible Time Off and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we’re not just building a business; we’re cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.
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