Lead Software Developer

Opentext - The Information Company

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.

At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We are hiring talent AI can’t replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

Richmond Hill or Waterloo, ON

Your Impact

We are seeking a highly skilled and passionate Lead Java Developer with deep expertise in enterprise software development and modern architectures. In this role, you will design and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems that power mission‑critical applications. Working closely with architects, product managers, and DevOps teams, you will lead the development of microservices‑based solutions deployed in containerized environments, ensuring reliability, resilience, and optimal performance.

What The Role Offers

• Possess 8–10 years of professional experience in enterprise‑grade software development.
• Architect and develop enterprise‑scale backend systems using Java and RESTful APIs.
• Design and implement microservices architecture for scalability, resilience, and performance.
• Work with Docker and Kubernetes to build and deploy containerized applications.
• Ensure security best practices, including OAuth, authentication, and authorization mechanisms.
• Optimize applications for high availability, performance, and fault tolerance.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to refine requirements and maintain technical excellence.
• Conduct code reviews, troubleshoot complex issues and mentor junior engineers.
• Drive continuous improvement in development processes and evaluate emerging technologies.

What You Need To Succeed

One Last Thing

OpenText is more than just a corporation, it’s a global community where trust is foundational, the bar is raised, and outcomes are owned. Join us on our mission to drive positive change through privacy, technology, and collaboration. At OpenText, we don’t just have a culture; we have character. Choose us because you want to be part of a company that embraces innovation and empowers its employees to make a difference.

OpenText’s commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in our Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy which promotes a respectful and empowering environment for employees of all backgrounds, culture, national origin, race, color, gender, gender identification, sexual orientation, family status, age, veteran status, disability, religion, or other basis protected by applicable laws.

If you need assistance and / or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please submit a ticket at Ask HR. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText’s vibrant workplace.

Compensation : At OpenText, we offer a thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. As you move through the hiring process, we’re happy to provide more details about our compensation programs, including variable and commission compensation opportunities for eligible roles, vacation entitlement, and paid time off.

Salary Range : $103,250 - $153,250.00; Depending on the candidate’s education, experience, skills, geographical location, and alignment with internal equity and external market, actual salary may vary and be higher or lower than the range posted.

As part of our commitment to transparency, we use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in various stages of our recruitment process, including resume screening, candidate matching, interview scheduling, and communications. These tools are designed to improve efficiency, reduce bias, and enhance candidate experience. All decisions regarding hiring are made by qualified human professionals, and we continuously monitor our AI systems to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable regulations.

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