ABOUT YOUWe're looking for an Infrastructure Engineer with a focus on cost optimization and data migration to join our global organization. This role combines infrastructure engineering, cloud cost efficiency, and application-layer development expertise. You'll design and execute cluster migrations, evaluate risk, and streamline cloud infrastructure for scalability and savings — while actively contributing to and modifying existing applications to support infrastructure and performance goals. If you thrive in complex environments, love optimizing performance and costs, and enjoy building automation with real code, this role is for you.ABOUT USXsolla 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 Responsibilities:Analyze and implement cost-saving strategies across compute, storage, and network usageLead infrastructure and data migration projects across AWS and GCP environmentsConduct risk assessments on infrastructure changes, data migrations, and cost-optimization initiativesDevelop and refine infrastructure tools in Go, Java,



or PHP to support migrations and enhance the reliability and efficiency of existing systemsDesign, maintain, migrate, and optimize databases and caching layers using SQL, RDS, Elasticache, DynamoDB, MongoDB and RedisCollaborate with DevOps and application teams to ensure smooth, secure deployment pipelinesWork with infrastructure-as-code and CI/CD workflows for deployment and scalingMonitor system performance and provide actionable insights for optimization.Participate in architectural reviews, incident analysis, and cross-team technical planningQualifications & Skills:4+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering, DevOps, or backend systems developmentProficiency in Java, PHP, and Go with strong development and scripting skillsStrong knowledge of SQL databases and Redis data storage systemsExperience with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Splunk, Datadog, etc.)Hands-on experience with AWS and GCP cloud environmentsSolid understanding of cost modeling, resource utilization, and billing optimization in multi-cloud setupsProficient with Git-based workflows and modern CI/CD systemsExperience with containerization, orchestration, and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform, Ansible, Cloudformation or equivalent)Ability to assess and mitigate risk in infrastructure and deployment scenariosStrong analytical mindset, attention to detail,



and ability to communicate complex topics clearlyStrong English proficiency and ability to collaborate in a global team.$130,000 - $155,000 a year*Salary for this role is based on experienceNoteThis 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.Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:Xsolla is an equal prospect employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the Fair Chance Act.Criminal History Consideration:For the Optimization Engineer, we will conduct a background check that may include the following:Criminal history checkEmployment verificationEducation verificationRelevance to Job Responsibilities:The background check is relevant to this position because of the following role responsibilities:Accessing confidential company dataEnsuring compliance with regulatory requirementsRights Under the Fair Chance Act:Applicants are encouraged to inquire about their rights under the Fair Chance Act. If you have questions regarding our hiring practices, please contact (email protected).We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

📌 Optimization Engineer - $130,000 - $155,000 A Year (Montreal)
🏢 Xsolla
📍 Montreal