Junior Frontend Developer, Custom Webshop Development

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Montréal, QC, CAN
Hybrid
Junior
Gaming
The Role
Build scalable, high-performance frontend applications using React or Vue and Next.js. Collaborate with product, design, and backend teams to create intuitive monetization workflows, optimize dashboard performance, ensure accessibility and cross-browser compatibility, participate in code reviews, support CI/CD and observability improvements, and deliver features from requirements through testing.
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ABOUT YOU
You will build high-performance interfaces that power our promotional tools, segmentation dashboards, and real-time operational workflows used by game studios worldwide. This role requires strong technical skills, a product mindset, and a passion for crafting fast, elegant UIs at scale.
 
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:

  • Build and evolve scalable, high-performance web applications using React (or Vue) with Next.js for SSR and modern web delivery.
  • Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to translate complex monetization workflows into intuitive user experiences.
  • Optimize frontend performance, focusing on loading times, rendering speed, and bundle efficiency, especially in data-heavy dashboards.
  • Ensure cross-browser and multi-device compatibility while meeting accessibility (a11y) and usability standards.
  • Participate in code reviews, share best practices, and help maintain high engineering standards within the frontend team.
  • Work closely with DevOps to streamline CI/CD pipelines, improve deployment reliability, and enhance observability through metrics and monitoring tools.
  • Own features end-to-end requirement refinement, implementation, testing, and delivery. 

REQUIREMENTS:

  • 1-3 years of professional experience in front-end development (internships, co-ops and substantial personal or open-source projects count).
  • Hands-on experience with React; working knowledge of TypeScript.
  • Solid foundation in JavaScript (ES6+), HTML5 and CSS3.
  • Experience building responsive layouts (e.g., Flexbox, Grid, Tailwind or CSS-in-JS).
  • Basic understanding of consuming REST APIs (fetch/axios, async handling).
  • Familiarity with Git and collaborative workflows (branches, pull requests).
  • Exposure to a testing framework such as Jest or Cypress.
  • Ability to turn designs into working UI with strong attention to detail.
  • Clear written and verbal communication in English; comfortable asking questions and giving updates.

NICE TO HAVE:

  • Experience with TypeScript-first environments. Exposure to micro-frontends, edge rendering, or PWAs.
  • Knowledge of animation frameworks (GSAP, Three.js) or advanced motion/interaction design.
  • Background in gaming, fintech, or high-load consumer platforms. Experience with analytics dashboards, virtualization libraries, or complex internal tools.
  • Familiarity feature flagging, AB testing, or Monetization systems.
  • Experience migrating legacy codebases or leading UI modernization projects. 

Benefits:
We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees and their families through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes medical, dental, and vision, PTO, and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we’re not just building a business; we’re cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play. 
 
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Xsolla is an equal opportunity 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 Frontend Software Engineer, we will conduct a background check that may include the following:
Criminal history check
Employment verification
Education verification
 
Relevance to Job Responsibilities:
The background check is relevant to this position because of the following role responsibilities:
Accessing confidential company data
Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements
 
Rights 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].
By submitting the following job application form, you consent to Xsolla processing your data for career-related inquiries and potential employment opportunities. We process your data in accordance with this Xsolla Privacy Notice for Job Applicants. Please direct any inquiries regarding your data privacy to [email protected].

Skills Required

  • 1-3 years of professional front-end development experience, including internships, co-ops, or substantial personal/open-source projects
  • Hands-on experience with React
  • Working knowledge of TypeScript
  • Solid foundation in JavaScript ES6+, HTML5, and CSS3
  • Experience building responsive layouts using Flexbox, Grid, Tailwind, or CSS-in-JS
  • Basic understanding of consuming REST APIs, including fetch or Axios and asynchronous handling
  • Familiarity with Git and collaborative workflows, including branches and pull requests
  • Exposure to a testing framework such as Jest or Cypress
  • Ability to turn designs into working user interfaces with strong attention to detail
  • Clear written and verbal communication in English
  • Experience with TypeScript-first environments
  • Exposure to micro-frontends, edge rendering, or progressive web applications
  • Knowledge of animation frameworks such as GSAP or Three.js
  • Background in gaming, fintech, or high-load consumer platforms
  • Experience with analytics dashboards, virtualization libraries, or complex internal tools
  • Familiarity with feature flagging, A/B testing, or monetization systems
  • Experience migrating legacy codebases or leading UI modernization projects

Xsolla Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Xsolla and has not been reviewed or approved by Xsolla.

  • Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is considered fair or good in many cases, with mentions of high salary or being paid well in certain roles and markets. Market-aligned ranges for several U.S. roles indicate base pay is not out of step with peers.
  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as comprehensive for full-time employees and families, with employer-paid medical, dental, and vision noted in some U.S. postings. Positive remarks on medical coverage appear on dedicated benefits pages.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Flexible or unlimited paid time off is repeatedly highlighted, alongside parental leave and remote or hybrid flexibility. These elements contribute to an overall package that many view as solid.

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The Company
HQ: Sherman Oaks, CA
593 Employees
Year Founded: 2005

What We Do

Xsolla's video game business engine helps game developers and publishers operate more efficiently and sell more games. Serving only the video game industry, Xsolla caters to businesses from indie to enterprise, with solutions that solve the complexities of distribution, marketing, and monetization so developers, publishers, and platform partners. Our goal is to increase your audience, sales and revenue. Headquartered in Los Angeles, with offices worldwide, Xsolla operates as a merchant and seller of record for major gaming entities like Valve, Twitch, Ubisoft, Epic Games, and PUBG Corporation.

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