Full-Time

Backend Engineer

Posted on 9/12/2024

Xsolla

Xsolla

501-1,000 employees

Integrated payment solutions for video games

Consumer Software
Fintech
Gaming

Senior

Montreal, QC, Canada

Hybrid position in Montreal.

Category
Backend Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
JavaScript
React.js
NoSQL
Node.js
TypeScript
MongoDB
Requirements
  • Minimum 5 years experience working with micro-service architecture
  • Minimum 5 years experience working with relational and/or NoSQL database
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes including containerization, pods, ingresses and other k8s concepts
  • Experience with HTTP REST APIs
  • Knowledge of NodeJS and ReactJS
  • Proficient with Javascript/Typescript
  • Experience with MongoDB
  • Excellent documentation and communication habits
Responsibilities
  • Documentation of backend services, tools, sample projects, tutorials and white papers
  • Maintain backend services and shared libraries.
  • Work with Integration team to develop features and resolve bugs
  • Work with DevOps team to improve developer experience with tools and infrastructure
  • Work with DevOps team to help handle deployments of XBE platform to K8s.

Xsolla provides integrated payment solutions and tools specifically designed for video game publishers and developers. Their services include payment processing, fraud detection, and gamified experiences, which help clients monetize their games and engage players effectively. Xsolla operates in over 200 countries, supports more than 130 currencies, and offers services in over 20 languages, making it accessible to a wide range of clients from indie developers to large publishers. Unlike many competitors, Xsolla focuses exclusively on the video game industry, allowing them to tailor their offerings to meet the unique needs of game developers. The company's goal is to enhance the gaming experience for players while providing equal opportunities for all to enjoy video games.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$73M

Headquarters

Los Angeles, California

Founded

2005

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What believers are saying

  • Xsolla's strategic acquisitions and partnerships, such as with LF.Group and Gcore, position it for significant growth in global game distribution and community engagement.
  • The introduction of the Mobile SDK and collaboration with Curve Games highlight Xsolla's commitment to innovation and support for indie game developers.
  • Xsolla's quarterly insights report provides valuable industry trends and data, enhancing its reputation as a thought leader in the gaming sector.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of video game commerce is intense, with major players potentially overshadowing Xsolla's market presence.
  • Integration challenges from acquisitions like LF.Group could disrupt operations and slow down innovation.

What makes Xsolla unique

  • Xsolla's acquisition of LF.Group enhances its digital solutions for gaming communities, setting it apart from competitors focused solely on game development or distribution.
  • The launch of Xsolla Mobile SDK simplifies in-app and out-of-store payments, providing a unique edge in mobile game monetization.
  • Partnerships with companies like Gcore and Curve Games expand Xsolla's global reach and distribution capabilities, distinguishing it from other video game commerce platforms.

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