Montreal, Baku, Canada Remote (Global) Employment $140,000 - $160,000 a year

Xsolla is hiring a Software Development Director

About the Role

The Software Development Director will spearhead the technical vision and oversee the development of cutting-edge software solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives and driving innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the software development team, driving technical strategy and innovation.
  • Oversee the development of cutting-edge software solutions.
  • Ensure alignment with business objectives and drive innovation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Maintain and improve the development process and infrastructure.
  • Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
  • Work with product management to define and prioritize development tasks.
  • Ensure the highest standards of software quality and performance.
  • Manage the software development budget and resources.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies.
  • Conduct regular code reviews and ensure adherence to coding standards.
  • Participate in the recruitment and onboarding of new team members.
  • Facilitate communication and collaboration between development teams and other departments.
  • Implement best practices for software development and project management.
  • Provide technical leadership and make critical decisions on software architecture and design.
  • Ensure the security and scalability of software solutions.
  • Monitor and report on the progress of software development projects.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with software development.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and document requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation and standards.
  • Provide technical support and troubleshooting as needed.
  • Promote a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in the gaming or entertainment industry.
  • Familiarity with microservices architecture.
  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
  • Experience with large-scale software systems.
  • Familiarity with agile coaching and mentoring.
  • Experience with cloud-native development.
  • Knowledge of software performance monitoring and optimization.
  • Experience with software development in a remote or distributed team.
  • Familiarity with software development for mobile platforms.

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Full-time, remote

Team

Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, design, and operations.

What You'll Do

  • Lead the software development team, driving technical strategy and innovation.
  • Oversee the development of cutting-edge software solutions.
  • Ensure alignment with business objectives and drive innovation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features.
  • Maintain and improve the development process and infrastructure.

What You'll Need

  • Proven experience in software development and leadership roles.
  • Strong technical background in software architecture and design.
  • Experience with agile methodologies and project management tools.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to lead and mentor a team of software developers.

Nice to Have

  • Experience in the gaming or entertainment industry.
  • Familiarity with microservices architecture.
  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools.
  • Experience with large-scale software systems.

Our Perks

  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Full-time, remote work arrangement.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
  • Flexible work hours and remote work options.

About Us

  • We are a global platform dedicated to innovation and excellence.
  • We value creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
  • We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment.
  • We are committed to delivering high-quality software solutions.
  • We foster a culture of learning and development.

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Xsolla
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. 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.
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Job Details
Department Technology – Leadership
Category management
Posted 7 months ago