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Senior Backend Engineer

North Carolina, United States (On-site)

Senior Backend Engineer

3 Months ago • 5-5 Years • Backend Development

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unity

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nosql

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Job Description

Backend Engineer with 5+ years experience in microservices, databases, Kubernetes, REST APIs, NodeJS and ReactJS.

Must have:

Microservices Architecture
Relational/NoSQL DB
Kubernetes Experience
REST API Development

Good to have:

Unity/Unreal Engine
Game Development
Console Platform
MongoDB Expertise

Perks:

Unlimited PTO
401k with Match

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The role of Backend Engineer is designed for a highly skilled and experienced fullstack developer responsible for the planning, creation, development, and implementation of backend services, frontend applications, documentation, software development kits, and tools for the XBE platform. As a part of Xsolla, you will work on innovative solutions that power game developers and publishers, helping them achieve success in the gaming industry. You will collaborate closely with integration and DevOps engineers to handle incoming customer feature requests and bugs, ensuring that the XBE platform delivers seamless, reliable services to clients.

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.

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

Pluses:

Knowledge of Unity or Unreal Engine
Experience developing games for PC and mobile platforms
Experience shipping titles on console platforms

At Xsolla, we are passionate about providing a conducive environment for our team to thrive personally and professionally. Our comprehensive Benefits Program caters to the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our full-time employees and their families. This includes 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, disability and life insurance, chiropractic coverage, flexible spending accounts, and a fully vested 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% company match from the start date.

Understanding the detrimental effects of burnout, we offer unlimited Flexible Time Off and 14 paid holidays each year. Personal and professional development is a cornerstone of our ethos at Xsolla. Each employee has a personalized career roadmap, developed in partnership with their manager, aligning individual and company goals. We support this growth through in-house training, independent study, conference attendance, and higher education opportunities.

ABOUT XSOLLA:

Xsolla is a global leader in video game commerce, established in 2005. Our mission is to simplify the complexities of global distribution, marketing, and monetization in the gaming industry. Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, with offices worldwide, we support major gaming titles and partners. Our deep commitment to gaming's blend of technology and artistry drives our continuous innovation and dedication to our partners' success.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The role involves typical office activities such as sitting, standing, bending, lifting, and moving intermittently during working hours. These requirements can be met with or without reasonable accommodations. The responsibilities of this position are dynamic and may evolve to align with the organization's goals and objectives.

By submitting the following job application form, you consent to Xsolla processing your data for career-related inquiries and potential employment opportunities. We process your data in accordance with this Xsolla Privacy Notice for Job Applicants. Please direct any inquiries regarding GDPR or CCPA to careers@xsolla.com.

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About The Company

Xsolla

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Xsolla's video game business engine helps game developers and publishers operate more efficiently and sell more games. Serving only the video game industry, Xsolla caters to businesses from indie to enterprise, with solutions that solve the complexities of distribution, marketing, and monetization so developers, publishers, and platform partners. Our goal is to increase your audience, sales and revenue.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices worldwide, Xsolla operates as a merchant and seller of record for major gaming entities like Valve, Twitch, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and PUBG Corporation.