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ABOUT YOU
We are seeking a Tech Lead to own the architecture, integrations, and technical direction for systems that bridge Xsolla’s platform with external backend gaming service providers.
This role requires strong technical leadership, deep understanding of game backend ecosystems, and the ability to design scalable integration workflows across multiple platforms. You will guide a team delivering high-impact features that unify services.
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.
Lead technical strategy and architecture for integrations with third-party backend gaming service providers. Design robust, scalable solutions that connect external game backend services with Xsolla’s ecosystem. Act as the primary subject-matter expert on backend gaming systems, including identity, inventory, entitlements, progression, matchmaking, and social features. Collaborate with external provider teams and internal Xsolla product/engineering groups to align APIs, workflows, and use cases. Ensure secure, reliable, and efficient data flows across all integration surfaces. Mentor engineers, lead code reviews, and promote best practices in software architecture. Improve observability, monitoring, and deployment stability across integrated systems.
Deep understanding of game backend systems and services (identity, entitlements, inventory, progression, matchmaking, etc.). Proven experience designing integrations between large-scale platforms or distributed systems. Proven experience SDK/API design skills and experience with microservices architectures. Familiarity with cloud-native environments, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices. Excellent communication, cross-team collaboration, and technical leadership skills. Nice to Have Background in gaming infrastructure, live game operations, or high-load server systems. Experience working with SDK-driven integrations or external technical partners.
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