Senior Backend Gaming Engineer

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.

We’re looking for a Backend Developer experienced in PHP and Go to help evolve our Monetization platforms. You will work on both new microservices and existing legacy PHP systems, improving stability, performance, and architecture.

Develop and maintain backend services using PHP (legacy + modern) and Go.

Refactor, stabilize, and migrate legacy PHP codebases to modern architectures.

Optimize PostgreSQL/MySQL queries, schemas, and data models.

Improve performance, reliability, and observability across distributed services.

Collaborate with product, frontend, and DevOps teams.

5+ years backend experience with PHP and/or Go.

• Proven experience working with legacy PHP systems and leading refactoring or migration efforts.
• Strong knowledge of REST APIs, microservices, and database design.
• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with backend testing and monitoring tools.
• Good communication skills and proficiency in English.

Background in gaming, fintech, or high-load platforms.

Cloud experience (AWS/GCP/Azure).

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For the Senior Backend Developer — Monetization, we will conduct a background check that may include the following:

Accessing confidential company data

Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements

This includes 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, 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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