Senior Backend Developer — Monetization

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ABOUT YOU 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,

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ABOUT YOU

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.

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.

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

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

Design scalable APIs and microservices for high-availability systems.\

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

Improve performance, reliability, and observability across distributed services.

Collaborate with product, frontend, and DevOps teams.

Participate in code reviews and contribute to best engineering practices.

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.

Experience with Redis, Kafka, RabbitMQ,

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

Cloud experience (AWS/GCP/Azure).

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Posted: November 27, 2025
First seen: March 26, 2026
Last seen: April 24, 2026

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Xsolla is a global video game commerce company that provides developers and publishers with tools and services for funding, marketing, launching, and monetizing games across multiple platforms.

Employees

750

Founded

2005

Domain

xsolla.com

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Salary

CAD 100000–130000

per year