Senior Backend Developer — Xsolla Backpack
Job Overview
ABOUT US
At Xsolla, we believe that great games begin as ideas, driven by the curiosity, dedication, and grit of creators around the world. Our mission is to empower these visionaries by providing the support and resources they need to bring their games to life. We are committed to leveling the playing field, ensuring that every creator has the opportunity to share their passion with the world.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Berlin, Seoul, and beyond, we partner with industry leaders like Valve, Twitch, and Ubisoft to clear the paths for innovation in gaming. Our global reach spans over 200 geographies, offering more than 700 payment methods in 130+ currencies.
Longevity Opportunity Vision Enjoy the game!
ABOUT US
At Xsolla, we believe that great games begin as ideas, driven by the curiosity, dedication, and grit of creators around the world. Our mission is to empower these visionaries by providing the support and resources they need to bring their games to life. We are committed to leveling the playing field, ensuring that every creator has the opportunity to share their passion with the world.
Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Berlin, Seoul, and beyond, we partner with industry leaders like Valve, Twitch, and Ubisoft to clear the paths for innovation in gaming. Our global reach spans over 200 geographies, offering more than 700 payment methods in 130+ currencies.
Longevity Opportunity Vision Enjoy the game!
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend services for the Backpack platform.
- Architect and evolve microservices-based systems to support large-scale, high-performance operations.
- Implement and optimize database structures and queries for maximum efficiency and reliability.
- Ensure high availability, performance, and fault tolerance across distributed services.
- Lead efforts to improve CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes, and system observability.
- Conduct code reviews, mentor team members, and foster a culture of engineering excellence.
- Collaborate closely with product, frontend, and DevOps teams to deliver reliable and innovative solutions.
- Drive continuous improvement through automation, testing, and proactive system monitoring.
- Stay ahead of industry trends, adopting emerging technologies to enhance platform capabilities.
REQUIREMENTS
- 5+ years of professional experience in backend development (Node.js, TypeScript, or similar).
- Proven experience in designing and maintaining microservices architectures.
- Strong background in SQL and NoSQL databases, with hands-on experience in query optimization.
- In-depth knowledge of RESTful APIs, event-driven systems, and asynchronous communication patterns.
- Practical experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD automation.
- Solid understanding of software design principles, OOP, and clean architecture.
- Familiarity with testing frameworks (Jest, Mocha, or similar) and monitoring tools (Prometheus, Grafana).
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments with cross-functional teams.
- Strong communication skills, leadership qualities, and a proactive, ownership-driven mindset.
- Proficiency in English for technical communication and documentation.
Nice to Have
- Experience with NestJS, GraphQL, or gRPC.
- Background in distributed systems, caching layers, or message queues (Kafka, RabbitMQ).
- Exposure to gaming, fintech, or digital asset platforms.
- Previous experience mentoring or leading engineering teams
The duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time to support the organization’s goals and individual growth. This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.
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