Middle/Senior Backend Engineer - Golang & PHP

ABOUT US

Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game.

For more information, visit xsolla.com.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for a Senior Backend Engineer who is ambitious, undaunted by challenging tasks, and eager to grow to join our China Regional Engineering team. The best candidate will be someone who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and exceptionally dynamic setting and is excited to drive tailored solutions for our major partners in China through customized integration projects, localized product enhancements, and dedicated technical support to meet the unique needs of the local market.

Strong programming skills and a solid foundation in computer science are essential, along with experience in designing and developing large-scale distributed systems, with deep expertise in middleware such as message queues, Elasticsearch, Redis, and MySQL. The ability to think critically, solve complex problems, and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams will be key to your success in this role.

If you’re passionate about working in the video game industry and delivering innovative payment solutions for the China market and love building scalable, high-performance backend systems that power game commerce at scale, we would love to hear from you!

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and optimize technical solutions based on the needs of users in the China region, continuously improving service performance and stability.

• Participate in research and discussions related to products in the gaming payment domain, and drive their implementation and promotion.

• Game industry experience required
• On-site position only (remote work not available)  

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science or a related field, with at least 3 years of backend development experience.

• Strong programming skills and a solid foundation in computer science, with familiarity in data structures and design patterns.

• Proficiency in at least one programming language (Go or PHP) and familiarity with relevant mainstream development frameworks.

• Experience in designing and developing large-scale distributed systems, with a deep understanding of middleware technologies such as message queues, Elasticsearch (ES), Redis, and MySQL, including their principles and optimizations.

• Excellent teamwork, communication skills, and a strong sense of responsibility.

• Strong problem-solving skills, clear logical thinking, and an ability to think critically, summarize, and synthesize information.

Nice to Have

Experience working on cross-border or cross-cultural projects, particularly with Chinese partners or in the China market.

Familiarity with the Chinese gaming industry ecosystem, including local payment channels, regulatory requirements, and player behavior.

Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Alibaba Cloud) and containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

Knowledge of gaming payment systems, virtual currency, and in-app purchase (IAP) workflows.

Bilingual proficiency in English and Chinese to facilitate communication with regional partners.