Backend Engineer (PHP/Golang)

Xsolla; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (Medical, dental, and optical)

Flexible hours

Convenient work tools

Modern office

Job summary

A global commerce company is seeking a backend developer proficient in PHP and/or Golang. The role involves developing new functionalities, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring high code quality through testing. Ideal candidates should understand algorithms, SQL, and contribute effectively in team settings. Benefits include flexible hours and health insurance, along with continual professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in backend development of industrial web applications.
• Good command of SQL and understanding of OLTP/OLAP approaches.
• Knowledge of OOP and design patterns.
• Ability to write testable code, including unit and functional tests.
• Good command of SQL, database design, and OLTP/OLAP approaches.
• Ability to participate effectively in team-based development.
• English proficiency at B2 level.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain new functionality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Write automated tests and ensure high-quality deployments.
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, designers, and QA to deliver end-to-end solutions.
• Own your code in production by monitoring, debugging, and continuously improving service performance and reliability.
• Write automated tests and follow CI/CD best practices to ensure high-quality deployments.
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge sharing across teams.

Skills

Programming in PHP and/or Golang

Understanding of algorithms and data structures

Ability to write testable code

SQL and database design

Effective team participation

English proficiency at B2 level

SQL

English (B2)

Team collaboration

Tools

Docker

Jenkins

GitLab

React

Job description

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain new functionality;
• Design and implement new services to support product features;
• Proactively propose ideas for improving the product;
• Collaborate with engineers, product managers, designers, and QA to deliver end-to-end solutions;
• Own your code in production by monitoring, debugging, and continuously improving service performance and reliability;
• Write automated tests and follow CI/CD best practices to ensure high-quality deployments;
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and knowledge sharing across teams.

Requirements

• Experience in programming and backend development of industrial web applications using PHP and/or Golang;
• Strong understanding of algorithms and data structures;
• Understanding of decomposition principles, OOP, and design patterns;
• Ability to write testable code, including unit and functional tests;
• Good command of SQL, database design, and OLTP/OLAP approaches;
• Ability to participate effectively in team-based development;
• English proficiency at B2 level.

Nice To Have

• Experience in building high-load enterprise applications and event-driven systems;
• Knowledge of application architecture patterns and experience applying them;
• Experience working with continuous integration and deployment systems (Docker, Jenkins, GitLab, etc.);
• Experience with frontend development using any framework, preferably React.

BENEFITS

• Convenient work tools: Latest Mac workplaces + additional hardware to make you more effective at work; Google Chat, Gmail, Google Drive, Confluence, Jira, GitLab;
• Professional growth: Free trainings and participation in specialized conferences; Rich knowledge exchange within the company;
• More perks: Health insurance (Medical, dental and optical) – Employee and dependants; Flexible hours: organize your day according to your needs and sprint & teamwork demands; No dress code; Comfortable and new office environment.

The duties of this position may change from time to time so the individual and organization can achieve their results. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive. 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 KL Sdn Bhd takes your privacy very seriously, and will not sell or externally distribute any data received during the hiring process. Pursuant to the Personal Data Protection Act 2010 (“PDPA”), Xsolla KL Sdn Bhd is mindful and committed to the protection of your personal information and your privacy. Please direct any inquiries regarding your data privacy to [email protected].

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