Tech Lead — Backend Gaming Services Integrations

Remote in Portugal·Full-time·Added 10 months ago

This job was published 10 months ago

Xsolla

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Overview

Job details

€90,000 - €100,000 a year
Gross, as stated in the ad.
Full-time hours
Per the ad.
Fully remote
Per the ad.

Requirements

Have senior-level experience
Lead-level role.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes 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.

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.

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 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

Requirements

What we're looking for

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.

The role

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.

What you'll do

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.

About Xsolla

Xsolla is a global video game commerce company that provides a comprehensive suite of tools for game developers and publishers, including payment processing, billing, distribution, and marketing solutions. Founded in 2005 and headquartered in Los Angeles, USA, Xsolla supports over 1,000 games and partners with major industry players, offering services that span 200+ countries and territories. The company is a key intermediary in the gaming ecosystem, enabling developers to monetize their games across platforms and regions.

In Spain, Xsolla has established a presence to tap into the country's growing gaming and tech talent pool, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona. The company is known for its global, remote-friendly culture and its focus on innovation in gaming monetization. For international professionals, Xsolla offers opportunities to work on cutting-edge gaming infrastructure, collaborate with a diverse global team, and contribute to products that impact millions of gamers worldwide. The open roles in Spain, such as Senior Product Owner and Tech Lead, reflect the company's investment in building strong local teams to support its global operations.

Industry: Gaming
Founded: 2004
Employees: 1,000–5,000
Headquarters: Los Angeles, USA
Website: xsolla.com

In their own words

About the company & team

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.