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Lead Software Developer

@ Open Text Corporation

Richmond Hill, Ontario

8+ years experience
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Overview

OpenText is hiring a Lead Software Developer for its Application Integrator product team, on a full-time, on-site basis. The role enhances product security, designs and maintains integration solutions in C/C++ and Java, and leads a platform migration. Salary is posted at $118,000 to $168,000 per year.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify, assess and remediate security vulnerabilities across the application stack
  • Design, maintain and deliver integration solutions in C/C++ and Java
  • Lead the migration of the product to a modern platform
  • Monitor and update third-party libraries and frameworks
  • Document security fixes, migration steps and technical decisions

Requirements summary:

  • 8 to 15 years of professional backend software development experience
  • Expert proficiency in C and C++ with strong Java production experience
  • Deep knowledge of multithreading, concurrency, memory management and IPC
  • Experience with middleware and automation tools for enterprise applications
  • B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical field

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Employer posting date
2026-10-18
First seen by our source
2026-10-14
Source record updated
2026-10-20

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Job details

SeniorityLead
DepartmentSoftware development
Experience8+ years
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: none
Work settingOffice
PositionMostly sitting
Physical demandsphysical low · computer high
LanguagesEnglish
EducationBachelor’s degree (required), Master’s degree (required)
Fields of studyComputer Science, Engineering
Perks mentionedGenerous paid time off, Performance bonus, Wellness

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Open Text Corporation

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Full company description

OpenText is a leading Cloud and AI company that provides organizations around the world with a comprehensive suite of Business AI, Business Clouds, and Business Technology. We help organizations grow, innovate, become more efficient and effective, and do so in a trusted and secure way—through Information Management. OpenText (NASDAQ/TSX: OTEX), founded in 1991 in Waterloo, has a rich history of helping customers manage their most important asset—information. Originating from a collaboration to digitize the Oxford English Dictionary, OpenText has grown into a global leader in information management. With over 120,000 enterprise customers across 180 countries, OpenText supports 98 of the top 100 global companies. A wide breadth of offerings uniquely positions OpenText to help customers unlock the value of that information using Al, cloud, and security innovations. At OpenText, our culture is at the heart of everything we do—and today, that includes being proudly AI-first. We’re creating a workplace where everyone can thrive, with artificial intelligence integrated into how we work, solve problems, and innovate together. By fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment, we empower digital knowledge workers and drive forward-thinking solutions that shape the future of information management. We believe our success comes from the strength of our team—talent that AI can’t replace—and we’re committed to attracting and supporting those who bring unique insight, adaptability, and creativity. Because at OpenText, people aren’t just our greatest asset—they’re the reason we shine in an AI-powered world. Join us at OpenText and become part of a team where your talents and ideas are truly valued.

LinkedIn followers
533,938
People associated on LinkedIn
23,229
Reported office locations
  • 275 Frank Tompa Drive, Waterloo, ON N2L 0A1, CA
  • 38 Leek Crescent, Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 4N8, CA
  • 420 Thames Valley Park Drive, Thames Valley Park, Reading, Berkshire RG6 1PU, GB
  • 385 Interlocken Crescent, Broomfield, Colorado 80021, US
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  • 9711 Washingtonian Blvd, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878, US
  • 100 Tormee Dr, Tinton Falls, New Jersey 07712, US
  • Avenida Brigadeiro Faria Lima, São Paulo, BR
  • 80 Pacific Hwy, North Sydney, New South Wales 2060, AU
  • 100 Zunyi Road, Shanghai, 200052, CN
  • Intermediate Ring Road, Bangalore, Karnataka 560071, IN
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  • Workafella, 1st fl Cyber Crown, Sec-II, Village, Huda Techno Enclave, Hyderabad, Telangana 500081, IN
  • 1-8-3, Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo , 100-0005, JP
  • 42 Jong-ro 1-gil Jongno-gu, 8th Floor, Leema Building, Seoul, 03152, KR
  • 138 Market Street, Level 33, Singapore, 048946, SG
  • Werner-von-Siemens Ring 20, Grasbrunn, Bavaria 85630, DE
  • 100, Esplanade du Général de Gaulle, Cœur Défense Tour B - Étage 30, Paris, Île-de-France 92932 , FR
  • Via Amsterdam, 125, Rome, 00144, IT
  • Kinsale Road, Building 2800/2900 Cork Airport Business Park, Cork, IE
  • 1183 AV, Prof. E. M. Meijerslaan 1, Amstelveen, NL
  • Calle Jose Silva 17 6ªplta, 28043 Madrid, ES
  • Dubai Internet City, Building 14 Office G-11 (Ground Floor), Dubai, AE
  • Leslie Ave East, Design Quarter Office Park Ground Floor Building No 11, Johannesburg, ZA
Business categories
  • Operating Systems
  • Information Technology
  • Cyber Security
  • Linux
  • Data Center
  • Content
  • Data Management
  • Software
  • Ediscovery
  • Information Services
  • Network Security
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Other recorded names
  • Open Text Software SLU, Secursal
  • Open Text (Philippines), Inc.
  • Open Text Middle East
  • Open Text Saudi Arabia LLC
  • Open Text Corporation
  • Open Text Sp. z.o.o.
  • Open Text Software GmbH
  • Open Text South Africa Pty Ltd
  • Open Text Bulgaria EOOD
  • Open Text UK Limited
  • Micro Focus Software Solutions Canada Co.
  • Open Text Software Tech SDN BHD
  • Open Text (Asia) Pte Ltd
  • Micro Focus Software Pte. Ltd.
  • Open Text Tech da Informacao Ltda
  • Open Text Technologies India Pvt Ltd
  • Open Text Corporation India Pvt Ltd
  • Micro Focus France SAS
  • Open Text Belux Branch
  • Open Text Pty Limited
  • Open Text Ireland Limited
  • Open Text Software S.L.U.
  • Open Text Oy
  • Open Text US LLC
  • Open Text Korea Co., Ltd
  • Open Text S.r.l.
  • Micro Focus Deutschland GmbH
  • Open Text Software Austria GmbH
  • Open Text Cooperatief U.A.
  • Open Text Inc.
  • Open Text S. de R.L. de C.V.
  • Open Text K.K.
  • Open Text s.r.o.
  • Open Text SARL
  • Open Text A/S
  • Open Text AG
  • Open Text AB
  • OpenText Middle East and North Africa Regional Headquarters
  • OpenText
  • GXS India Technology Centre Pvt Ltd
  • GXS Limited
Specialties
  • Information Management
  • Enterprise Content Management (ECM)
  • Content Services
  • Digital Experience (DX)
  • Customer Experience Management (CEM)
  • Customer Communications Management (CCM)
  • Information Exchange
  • IoT
  • Information Security
  • Developers
  • Partners
  • LegalTech
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Cyber Security
  • Data Center
  • Data Management
  • Information Services
  • Information Technology
  • Network Security
  • and Software
Profile identifies a recruitment agency
No
Reported total investment
1,100,000,000

Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.

OpenText is a leading Cloud and AI company that provides organizations around the world with a comprehensive suite of Business AI, Business Clouds, and Business Technology. We help organizations grow, innovate, become more efficient and effective, and do so in a trusted and secure way—through Information Management. OpenText (NASDAQ/TSX: OTEX), founded in 1991 in Waterloo, has a rich history of helping customers…

FieldValue
IndustrySoftware Development
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersWaterloo, ON
Organization typePublic Company
Year founded1991
SpecialtiesInformation ManagementEnterprise Content Management (ECM)Content ServicesDigital Experience (DX)Customer Experience Management (CEM)Customer Communications Management (CCM)Information ExchangeIoTInformation SecurityDevelopers
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Job description

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.


Job Title: Lead Software Developer F/T on-site

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.

YOUR IMPACT

As a Lead Software Developer on the OpenText Application Integrator product team, you will enhance product security by addressing vulnerabilities, design and maintain mission-critical integration solutions, and lead the migration to a modern platform. This role spans the full technology stack, utilizing C/C++ for high-performance system-level development and Java for framework enhancements, ensuring functionality, performance, and scalability.

WHAT THE ROLE OFFERS

  • Security & Vulnerability Management
    • Identify, assess, and remediate security vulnerabilities across the application stack.
    • Implement secure coding practices and ensure compliance with industry standards.
  • Integration Development
    • Design, maintain and deliver robust integration solutions that connect diverse enterprise systems.
    • Work across the full technology stack, leveraging C/C++ for high-performance, system-level resource management and Java for framework development.
  • Platform Migration
    • Lead the migration of the product from its current platform to a modern environment.
    • Ensure a seamless transition that preserves functionality, performance, and security while enabling scalability.
  • Dependency Management:
    • Monitor and update third-party libraries, frameworks, and components to the latest stable versions.
    • Assess compatibility and performance impacts of dependency upgrades.
  • Collaboration & Documentation
    • Partner with cross-functional teams including Support, QA, DevOps, and Product Management to validate changes and minimize disruption.
    • Maintain detailed documentation of security fixes, migration steps, and technical decisions.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Experience: 8-15 years of professional software development experience with a focus on backend systems.
  • Languages: Expert-level proficiency in C and C++ and strong production experience with Java.
  • Systems Knowledge: Deep understanding of multithreading, concurrency, memory management, inter-process communication (IPC), and Java web framework such as Apache Struts.
  • Integration Expertise: Proven track record of working with middleware and automation tools to connect enterprise-level applications.
  • Education: B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Preferred Skills

  • Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud-native integration strategies.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
  • Understanding of compliance frameworks and security standards (e.g., OWASP, ISO 27001).

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: $118,000.00 - $168,000.00; 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.

AI Usage Disclosure: 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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