Mid Senior Developer

Xsolla; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global commerce company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a backend developer to design and maintain services using PHP and Go. Responsibilities include developing microservices, participating in code reviews, and collaborating across teams. Ideal candidates have strong skills in OOP, SQL, and scalable systems. The company offers a dynamic work environment with health benefits, flexible hours, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health insurance

Flexible hours

Comfortable office environment

Free trainings and conferences

Qualifications

• Proven experience in backend development with strong proficiency in PHP and GoLang.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented programming (OOP), software design patterns, and decomposition principles.
• Experience with microservices architecture and scalable backend systems.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs using PHP and Go.
• Develop new microservices and enhance existing systems.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high development standards.

Skills

Backend development

PHP

GoLang

Object-oriented programming (OOP)

SQL and database design

Microservices architecture

GitLab

Monitoring tools (Grafana, Kibana)

Tools

Postman

DataDog

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.

For more information, visit xsolla.com.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain backend services and APIs using PHP and Go, ensuring scalability, reliability, and high performance.
• Develop new microservices and enhance existing systems to support large-scale integrations and high-load payment flows.
• Participate in code reviews and maintain high development standards through collaborative feedback and best practices.
• Work closely with engineering, product, and partner teams to deliver high-quality solutions on schedule.
• Contribute to system monitoring using tools such as Grafana, Kibana, and ELK to ensure stability and optimal performance.
• Documents technical specifications, system architecture, and new functionalities for transparency and maintainability.
• Participate in Kanban ceremonies and maintain efficient communication with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications & Skills

• Proven experience in backend development with strong proficiency in PHP and GoLang.
• Solid understanding of object‑oriented programming (OOP), software design patterns, and decomposition principles.
• Experience with microservices architecture and scalable backend systems.
• Strong knowledge of SQL and database design, including optimization for large datasets.
• Familiarity with Postman, GitLab, console and other development tools.
• Experience using monitoring and testing tools such as Grafana, Kibana, DataDog and ELK.
• Ability to work independently on complex technical tasks and deliver high-quality results within deadlines.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.

Nice to Have

• Experience with high-load systems and event‑driven architectures.
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitLab CI).
• Background in frontend development or working with single‑page applications (SPAs).
• Hands‑on experience using AI‑powered development tools to enhance productivity.

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 [e-mail].

For more vacancies: https://xsolla.com/careers