Senior Frontend Engineer

Xsolla; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced frontend developer to design and maintain modern web interfaces using React and TypeScript. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of software development experience and expertise in JavaScript/HTML/CSS. This role offers flexible hours, professional growth opportunities, and comprehensive health insurance, allowing you to organize your day according to project needs.

Benefits

Health insurance (Medical, dental and optical)

Flexible hours

Latest Mac workplaces

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience in software development.
• 4+ years of hands-on experience with React and ideally TypeScript.
• Deep knowledge of JavaScript/ES6+, HTML5, CSS3, and Web APIs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain modern web interfaces using React and TypeScript.
• Translate product designs into high-quality UI components.
• Optimize performance for speed and scalability.

Skills

React

JavaScript/ES6+

TypeScript

HTML5

CSS3

Git

CI/CD

Responsive Design

Tools

Jest

Cypress

Next.js

GitLab

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

• Design, develop, and maintain modern, scalable, and responsive web interfaces using React and TypeScript.
• Translate product designs and user stories into high-quality, functional UI components.
• Optimize performance for speed and scalability across browsers and devices.
• Refactor legacy code to align with current best practices and architectural patterns.
• Write clean, maintainable, and testable code using modern frontend tooling.
• Implement effective state management strategies and integrate with REST/GraphQL APIs.
• Participate in and lead frontend design reviews and architecture discussions.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver features end-to-end.
• Contribute to planning, estimation, and delivery tracking of new features and technical improvements.
• Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, UI bugs, and UX inconsistencies.
• Mentor peers, provide constructive code reviews, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

REQUIREMENTS

Nice to Have

• 6+ years of professional experience in software development.
• 4+ years of hands‑on experience with React (and ideally TypeScript).
• Deep knowledge of JavaScript/ES6+, HTML5, CSS3, and Web APIs.
• Experience with responsive design systems and CSS‑in‑JS (e.g., Tailwind).
• Familiarity with REST/GraphQL APIs, WebSockets, and real-time data handling.
• Comfortable working with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and agile collaboration tools.
• Exposure to testing frameworks such as Jest or Cypress.
• Experience with microfrontend or monorepo architectures.
• Strong understanding of design systems and scalable component architectures.
• Experience integrating third‑party identity/auth systems (e.g., SSO, OAuth2).
• Proficiency with Next.js, SSR/SSG, and hybrid rendering strategies.
• A deep appreciation for UX polish, animation, and interaction design.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non‑technical audiences.

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.
• 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.

This 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