Senior Software Engineer (PHP)

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Software Development & Engineering

Job Description

Xsolla is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their team and contribute to building and scaling technology for global gaming commerce. This role involves working on high-impact projects with leading gaming companies, developing services for payments, integrations, and seamless player experiences. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in PHP and Go, a solid understanding of object-oriented design, and a passion for building scalable, reliable backend systems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
Good To Have:
  • Experience with high-load systems and event-driven architectures.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Docker, Jenkins, or GitLab CI.
  • Background in frontend development or working with single-page applications (SPAs).
  • Hands-on experience using AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot).
Must Have:
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable backend services and APIs using PHP and Go.
  • Develop and enhance microservices for large-scale integrations and high-load payment flows.
  • Participate in code reviews and uphold high development standards.
  • Collaborate with engineering, product, and partner teams for timely solutions.
  • Monitor systems using Grafana, Kibana, and ELK for stability and performance.
  • Utilize load testing tools like K6 to resolve bottlenecks in high-load environments.
  • Document technical specifications, architecture, and new functionalities.
  • Engage in Kanban ceremonies and maintain efficient team communication.
  • Proficiency in PHP and GoLang for backend development.
  • Strong understanding of OOP, software design patterns, and decomposition.
  • Experience with microservices architecture and scalable backend systems.
  • Expertise in SQL and database design, including optimization.
  • Familiarity with REST APIs, GitLab, GitHub, and development tools.
  • Experience with monitoring and testing tools like Grafana, Kibana, Postman, ELK.
  • Ability to work independently on complex tasks and deliver results.

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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 YOU

We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join Xsolla and help build and scale the technology that powers global gaming commerce. In this role, you’ll work on high-impact projects with some of the world’s leading gaming companies, developing services that support payments, integrations, and seamless player experiences across millions of users.

You bring strong expertise in PHP and Go, a solid grasp of object-oriented design, and a passion for building scalable, reliable backend systems. You’re curious about modern architectures, eager to solve complex challenges, and thrive in collaborative, fast-paced environments.

If you’re passionate about backend development and want to make a real impact in the gaming industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs using PHP and Go, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high performance.
  • Develop new microservices and enhance existing systems to support large-scale integrations and high-load payment flows.
  • Participate in code reviews and maintain high development standards through collaborative feedback and best practices.
  • Work closely with engineering, product, and partner teams to deliver high-quality solutions on schedule.
  • Contribute to system monitoring using tools such as Grafana, Kibana, and ELK to ensure stability and optimal performance.
  • Use load testing tools (e.g., K6) to identify and resolve bottlenecks in high-load environments.
  • Document technical specifications, system architecture, and new functionalities for transparency and maintainability.
  • Participate in Kanban ceremonies and maintain efficient communication with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Proven experience in backend development with strong proficiency in PHP and GoLang.
  • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP), software design patterns, and decomposition principles.
  • Experience with microservices architecture and scalable backend systems.
  • Strong knowledge of SQL and database design, including optimization for large datasets.
  • Familiarity with REST APIs, GitLab, GitHub, and other development tools.
  • Experience using monitoring and testing tools such as Grafana, Kibana, Postman, and ELK.
  • Ability to work independently on complex technical tasks and deliver high-quality results within deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with high-load systems and event-driven architectures.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD tools such as Docker, Jenkins, or GitLab CI.
  • Background in frontend development or working with single-page applications (SPAs).
  • Hands-on experience using AI-powered development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to enhance productivity.

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.

Xsolla takes your privacy seriously and will not sell or externally distribute any personal data received during the hiring process. In accordance with applicable data protection laws, Xsolla is committed to protecting your personal information and respecting your privacy.

For any inquiries related to data privacy, please contact: careers@xsolla.com

Explore more opportunities at: https://xsolla.com/careers

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