Developer Experience Director - APAC

Xsolla; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming technology company is seeking a Developer Experience Director in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves overseeing developer relations activities, leading a team, and ensuring successful integrations within the community. Candidates should have over 5 years in developer relations and a strong technical background in game development. Exceptional communication skills are essential for this role, as it includes partnerships with product management and representation at key industry events.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Developer Relations or Technical Evangelism with leadership experience.
• Strong technical background in game development including APIs.
• Proven ability to lead distributed teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee developer relations activities ensuring alignment with strategy.
• Manage Developer Evangelists and foster technical excellence.
• Lead lighthouse integration cases for high-quality implementations.
• Partner with Product Management to capture and act on feedback.
• Act as a senior advocate for game developers, building trust.

Skills

Developer Relations

Technical Evangelism

Game Development

Communication Skills

Presentation Skills

Job description

ABOUT US

At Xsolla, we believe that great games begin as ideas, driven by the curiosity, dedication, and grit of creators around the world. Our mission is to empower these visionaries by providing the support and resources they need to bring their games to life. We are committed to leveling the playing field, ensuring that every creator has the opportunity to share their passion with the world.

Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices in Berlin, Seoul, and beyond, we partner with industry leaders like Valve, Twitch, and Ubisoft to clear the paths for innovation in gaming. Our global reach spans over 200 geographies, offering more than 700 payment methods in 130+ currencies.

Longevity Opportunity Vision Enjoy the game!

The Developer Experience Director is a senior leader within Xsolla’s Developer Relations team, responsible for managing regional developer evangelists, driving high-impact lighthouse integration cases, and building deep, lasting engagement with the game developer community. This role blends technical expertise, community presence, and leadership to ensure that Xsolla delivers world-class experiences for developers at every touchpoint.

You will lead by example, engaging directly with developers at conferences, meetups, and online communities, while mentoring your team to create exceptional developer content, integrations, and advocacy initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all developer relations activities in your assigned region, ensuring alignment with global strategy and local market needs.
• Manage and mentor Developer Evangelists (Community & Integrations), fostering a culture of technical excellence and developer empathy.
• Lead the delivery of lighthouse integration cases—high-quality, benchmark implementations that inspire both partners and internal teams.
• Partner closely with Product Management to capture and act on developer feedback, removing adoption barriers and improving satisfaction.
• Act as a senior advocate for game developers in your region, building trust and maintaining a visible presence in both online and offline communities.
• Represent Xsolla at major regional and global industry events, delivering high-impact presentations and workshops.
• Organize and support developer meetups, hackathons, and targeted events around major platform launches (Apple WWDC, Google I/O).
• Guide the creation of best-in-class developer documentation, tutorials, demos, videos, and other educational materials tailored to your region’s market.
• Ensure content addresses both custom integration scenarios and self-service use cases to maximize reach and adoption.
• Collaborate with Developer Marketing to promote materials and track impact across all channels.
• Regularly review performance with the VP of Developer Relations, making data-driven adjustments to tactics and priorities.

Qualifications & Skills

• 5+ years in Developer Relations, Developer Advocacy, or Technical Evangelism, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong technical background in game development (mobile, PC, or web), including hands-on experience with integrations and APIs.
• Proven ability to lead distributed teams and deliver measurable engagement outcomes.
• Established presence in regional and global game developer communities.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, comfortable speaking to both technical and business audiences.
• Experience producing high-quality technical content in multiple formats.

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.

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