About this role
Xsolla is seeking a Principal Engineer for a full-time DevX and AI role based in Montreal with remote flexibility. This senior individual contributor position provides architectural ownership of the agent-readable Shop Builder platform and suits a technical authority ready to shape platform standards.
Role Overview
As the most senior individual contributor on the DevX and AI team, the Principal Engineer makes foundational decisions that bind the platform for years to come. This position defines how developers and artificial intelligence agents interact with core capabilities such as UI as Data, custom blocks, themes, data binding, catalog, and payments. The professional in this role acts as the technical authority on platform surfaces while remaining deeply hands-on with the most complex technical challenges.
Key Responsibilities
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Salary and Benefits
About the Company
Xsolla is a global payments and commerce platform built specifically for the video games industry. Thousands of game publishers and developers rely on Xsolla to monetize, distribute, and operate their titles worldwide. Shop Builder is the company's storefront platform, enabling users to launch everything from straightforward webshops to fully custom headless storefronts backed by Xsolla technology.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly on the official Xsolla careers page to submit their application for this Principal Engineer position.
Questions candidates ask
What is the location of the Principal Engineer position?
The job is based in Montreal, Canada, with remote work options available.
Is this a management role?
No, this is the most senior individual contributor role on the DevX and AI team, though it carries organization-wide technical influence.
What is the salary range for this job?
The compensation is between 150,000 and 195,000 CAD per year.
What team does this role belong to?
This role belongs to the DevX and AI team, a net-new team of seven dedicated to owning the developer surface end to end.
How do I apply for the role?
Candidates can apply by visiting the official Xsolla careers page.