Location : Hybrid in Guelph (open to other corporate offices; Mississauga, Toronto, Burlington)
Federal Government Clearance Level Required : N / A
Vacancy Type : New Position, Ongoing Hiring
About Us
This is a Hybrid role that can be filled in Guelph. Open to other corporate offices; Mississauga, Toronto, Burlington as well.
Position Summary
- Our client is seeking a Lead Systems Developer to join their IT team. The Lead Systems Developer role extends beyond mere coding to encompass a deep understanding of software development in various industries. They are seasoned professionals with specialized skills in specific technology sets, honed through years of industry experience. A Lead Developer's role is multifaceted : they are adept in programming, software design, testing, and maintenance. They also excel in software development methodologies, enabling them to efficiently plan and execute the software development lifecycle. With their extensive knowledge, Lead Developers can write clean, maintainable code, debug and troubleshoot effectively, and are proficient in development and operations practices. This allows them to enhance the efficiency of the development process while fostering a collaborative approach to software development and deployment. Additionally, Lead Developers are skilled communicators, capable of explaining complex technical concepts in simple terms to diverse audiences, including stakeholders and non-technical team members.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, document, and determine technologies and options for a working solution of large to extra-large complexityLeads the approach, planning, and delegation of work for large to extra-large complex initiativesStrategic planning and the design of projects.Expert decision‑making authority, particularly in technical matters. They will make high‑level decisions about technology stack, system design patterns. They are also responsible for resolving technical disputes within the team.Lead, develop and implement system features ranging from large to extra-large complexity by writing new code and optimizing existing codebases.Develop frameworks and technical components that are reusable, to facilitate future development efforts.Serve as the Architect Owner (AO) within the Agile methodology, guiding the delivery team's architectural decisions and strategies.Provide developmental guidance and coaching to junior developers to enhance their skills and knowledge in the field.Engage in mentorship to foster professional growth and development within the team.Cultivate relationships that contribute to a collaborative and supportive work environment.Advocate for and promote best practices to ensure high‑quality and consistent outcomes in all projects.Required Qualifications
Post‑secondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline.Extensive development experience with Guidewire suite of products throughout the delivery lifecycle / system development lifecycle.5 or more years’ experience in Object Oriented Programming languages using JAVA technology.P&C Insurance industry experiencePreferred Qualifications
You use critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions and proactively propose solutions.You have strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view.You build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of colleagues.Benefits (if applicable)
Wellness benefits with carry‑forwardRecruitment Process
Our recruitment process is led by human recruiters who review all applications and make the final hiring decisions. We use AI‑assisted tools to help screen and organize applications. These tools do not replace human judgment, and all hiring decisions are made by people.
Please note that data collected by the Company may be stored or processed on servers located outside of Canada.
Submission Deadline
This is an open role with ongoing hiring needs.
How to Apply
Submit your resume (and cover letter if required) to :
https : / / www.maplesoftgroup.com / Careers / Career-OpportunitiesEqual Opportunity Statement
Maplesoft is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process.
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