Xsolla

Xsolla

Lead AI/ML Engineer

Montreal · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedCAD 130k-CAD 160kDetected 179 days ago
PythonAlgorithmsCode ReviewGitSQLMySQLRedisBigQuerySnowflakeAWSGCPCI/CDKafkaMachine LearningAirflowdbtData EngineeringData ScienceData VisualizationAuditingTest AutomationLeadershipCommunicationCollaboration

About the role

  • You'll be instrumental in shaping our data mesh architecture while ensuring compliance, scalability, and operational excellence as we serve game developers worldwide.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and optimize algorithms in Vertex AI
  • Develop scalable data models and algorithms supporting user 360 views, churn prediction, and recommendation engine inputs
  • Lead integration across data sources: MySQL, BigQuery, Redis, Kafka, GCP Storage, and API Gateway
  • Implement CI/CD for data pipelines using Git, dbt, and automated testing
  • Collaborate with the Director of Data Platforms and product stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications
  • Lead code reviews, enforce documentation standards, and manage schema versioning
  • Strong SQL and Python skills, with proven experience building ETL/ELT at scale.
  • Together, we're not just building a business; we're cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.
  • For the Lead AI/ML Engineer we will conduct a background check that may include the following:

Requirements

  • If you have questions regarding our hiring practices, please contact careers@xsolla.com.

Nice to have

  • Background in ad-tech, gaming, or e-commerce recommendation systems.
  • Familiarity with data contracts and feature stores (Feast, Tecton, or custom-built).
  • Experience managing small data engineering teams and setting technical direction
  • Strong ownership and ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent cross-functional communication - can translate between engineering and business.
  • Hands-on problem solver who balances velocity with reliability.
  • Collaborative mentor who raises the bar for team quality and discipline
  • we're cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.

Skills

  • 5+ years of experience in AI/ML engineering, with 3+ years in Vertex.ai.
  • Deep understanding of algorithm performance tuning, query optimization, and warehouse orchestration.
  • Experience with data pipeline orchestration (Airflow, Prefect, dbt, or similar).
  • Solid understanding of data modeling (Kimball, Data Vault, or hybrid).
  • Proficiency in Kafka, GCP, or AWS for real-time or batch ingestion.
  • Familiarity with API-based data integration and microservice architectures.
  • 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.

Compensation

  • CAD 130k-CAD 160k

Benefits

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Education verification
  • Partner with Data Science, ML, and Backend teams to productionize machine learning features in Snowflake

Company info

  • 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.

Equal opportunity

  • We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
  • We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with the Fair Chance Act.
  • Criminal History Consideration:
  • Criminal history check
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