Lead Software Engineer

WorkinGames; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 166,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

PTO

Career roadmap and professional growth

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Xsolla is seeking a senior mobile engineer to lead end-to-end delivery for native iOS and Android apps. You will mentor teams, set engineering standards, and drive architecture decisions while collaborating with product and design to meet business goals.

The role emphasizes ownership, delivering high-quality applications, and working across globally distributed teams, including mini-apps and virtual currency integrations.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in mobile development with a strong focus on iOS and Android.
• Proven track record delivering commercial mobile applications.
• Experience leading and mentoring development teams.
• Proficiency in mobile development frameworks and programming languages (Swift, Kotlin, Go, React Native).

Responsibilities

• Lead the mobile development, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support.
• Define and implement best practices for mobile development processes, code review, test strategies and CI/CD process standard.
• Drive scalable and maintainable application architecture from scratch.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to define technical solutions that meet business goals.
• Ensure seamless integration of mini-apps and virtual currency systems with the Xsolla App ecosystem.
• Work closely with global cross-functional teams, including developers, QA engineers, and project managers.
• Partner with stakeholders to align technical strategies with business objectives.
• Facilitate effective communication across globally distributed teams.
• Oversee the entire development lifecycle, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality applications.

Skills

Mobile development

iOS & Android

Swift

Kotlin

React Native

Team leadership

6+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

Go

Job description

ABOUT YOU

You're a senior mobile engineer with 6+ years of experience building native iOS and Android apps using Swift, Kotlin, and/or React Native, with a proven track record of shipping commercial products end-to-end. You lead by example setting engineering standards, mentoring developers, and driving architecture decisions while staying close to the code. You thrive in cross-functional, globally distributed teams and know how to translate business goals into solid technical direction. Familiarity with gaming ecosystems or virtual currency platforms is a bonus, what's essential is your ability to own delivery and elevate the team around you.

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.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mobile development, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support
• Define and implement best practices for mobile development processes, code review, test strategies and CI/CD process standard.
• Drive scalable and maintainable application architecture from scratch.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to define technical solutions that meet business goals.
• Ensure seamless integration of mini-apps and virtual currency systems with the Xsolla App ecosystem.
• Work closely with global cross-functional teams, including developers, QA engineers, and project managers.
• Partner with stakeholders to align technical strategies with business objectives.
• Facilitate effective communication across globally distributed teams.
• Oversee the entire development lifecycle, ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality applications.

Qualifications & Skills

• 6+ years of experience in mobile development with a strong focus on IOS and Android platforms.
• Proven track record of delivering commercial mobile applications from concept to launch.
• Experience leading and mentoring development teams.
• Proficiency in mobile development frameworks and programming languages (Swift, Kotlin, Go, React Native).
• Strong understanding mobile architecture platforms.
• Experience with third-party integrations and APIs.
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a results-driven approach.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Familiarity with gaming ecosystems and visual currency platforms is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field (or equivalent experience)

$120,000 - $170,000 a year The listed range is specific to Montreal, Canada, USA and varies based on factors such as location and experience.

Benefits

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

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Xsolla is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the Fair Chance Act.

Criminal History Consideration

For the Lead Software Engineer (Mobile Native), we will conduct a background check that may include the following. Criminal history check. Employment verification. Education verification.

Relevance to job Responsibilities

The background check is relevant to this position because of the following role responsibilities: Accessing confidential company data Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements Handling sensitive financial information/ managing budgets /accessing funds Rights Under the Fair Chance Act: Applicants are encouraged to inquire about their rights under the Fair Chance Act. If you have questions regarding our hiring practices, please contact [e-mail]