Backend Engineer (PHP/Golang)

TLDR

Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and enhance functionalities for the gaming industry, focusing on backend technologies like PHP and Golang.

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. Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain new functionality;
  • Design and implement new services to support product features;
  • Proactively propose ideas for improving the product;
  • Collaborate with engineers, product managers, designers, and QA to deliver end-to-end solutions;
  • Own your code in production by monitoring, debugging, and continuously improving service performance and reliability;
  • Write automated tests and follow CI/CD best practices to ensure high-quality deployments;
  • Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge sharing across teams.
  • Requirements
  • Experience in programming and backend development of industrial web applications using PHP and/or Golang;
  • Strong understanding of algorithms and data structures;
  • Understanding of decomposition principles, OOP, and design patterns;
  • Ability to write testable code, including unit and functional tests;
  • Good command of SQL, database design, and OLTP/OLAP approaches;
  • Ability to participate effectively in team-based development;
  • English proficiency at B2 level.
  • Nice To Have
  • Experience in building high-load enterprise applications and event-driven systems;
  • Knowledge of application architecture patterns and experience applying them;
  • Experience working with continuous integration and deployment systems (Docker, Jenkins, GitLab, etc.);
  • Experience with frontend development using any framework, preferably React.
  • BENEFITS:

    Convenient work tools
    Latest Mac workplaces + additional hardware to make you more effective at work
    Google Chat, Gmail, Google Drive, Confluence, Jira, GitLab

    Professional growth
    Free trainings and participation in specialized conferences
    Rich knowledge exchange within the company

    More perks
    Health insurance (Medical, dental and optical)- Employee and dependants
    Flexible hours: organize your day according to your needs and sprint & teamwork demands
    No dress code
    Comfortable and new office environment 

    The duties of this position may change from time to time so the individual and organization can achieve their results. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. 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 KL Sdn Bhd takes your privacy very seriously, and will not sell or externally distribute any data received during the hiring process. Pursuant to the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (“PDPA”), Xsolla KL Sdn Bhd is mindful and committed to the protection of your personal information and your privacy. Please direct any inquiries regarding your data privacy to [email protected].

    For more vacancies: https://xsolla.com/careers

    Benefits

    Flexible Work Hours

    Flexible hours: organize your day according to your needs and sprint & teamwork demands

    Health Insurance

    Health insurance (Medical, dental and optical)- Employee and dependants

    Xsolla is a global commerce company that empowers game developers by providing tools and services to tackle the complexities of the video game industry. Catering to both indie and AAA developers, Xsolla partners with them to enhance funding, distribution, marketing, and monetization of their games. With a mission to connect opportunities and innovate resources, Xsolla has supported over 1,500 game creators in expanding their reach and growing their businesses worldwide.

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