Posted 11 days ago
Principal Software Developer - Java & JavaScript
@ Open Text Corporation
Richmond Hill, Ontario
Overview
OpenText is hiring a Principal Software Developer to lead large-scale Java and JavaScript projects for its enterprise content management software. The role involves defining projects, setting technical strategy, and raising team quality.
Responsibilities:
- Define and deliver large-scale software projects
- Set longer-term technical strategy for business projects
- Ensure quality of code and software designs
- Raise the skill level of less experienced team members
- Translate domain expertise into product value
Requirements summary:
- 12 to 15 years of professional experience
- Strong Java, JavaScript and Spring Boot microservices experience
- Cloud-native SaaS development on GCP, AWS or Azure
- Experience with distributed systems and event-driven architectures
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
- Experience applying AI tools to software engineering
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-26
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-30
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Job details
| Seniority | Senior |
| Department | Software development |
| Experience | 12+ years |
| Work setting | Office, Home |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Performance bonus |
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Open Text Corporation
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Information Reimagined
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.
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- 275 Frank Tompa Drive, Waterloo, ON N2L 0A1, CA
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- 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
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- 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…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Software Development |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Waterloo, ON |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1991 |
| Specialties | Information ManagementEnterprise Content Management (ECM)Content ServicesDigital Experience (DX)Customer Experience Management (CEM)Customer Communications Management (CCM)Information ExchangeIoTInformation SecurityDevelopers |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 116 |
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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.
A key part of any company’s information management strategy, OpenText enterprise content management (ECM) software provides Content Services to help connect content within context for core business processes to accelerate productivity, improve governance and drive digital transformation. With solutions ranging from intelligent capture to records management and archiving, Content Services connects information from across the enterprise with the people and systems that need it.
Your Impact:
A Development role at OpenText is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to impact lives. As a key contributor, you'll be instrumental in constructing cutting-edge Information Management Solutions that contribute to sustainable supply chains, support refugees, and enhance medical information access to save lives. You will engage in solving meaningful challenges within a motivated team, gaining exposure to advanced technologies beyond individual access. You will be encouraged to cultivate an engineering mindset, driving the creation of innovative software solutions that address real-world problems and shape the future.
What the role offers
As a Principal Software Developer, you will:
- Translate domain expertise into value for the product, business unit, and customers.
- Define and deliver large-scale projects, expertly balancing multiple constraints and gaining trust.
- Create technical solutions that harmonize with and address competing customer goals.
- Identify and course-correct when the current path does not effectively serve customer needs.
- Play a key role in setting longer-term strategy for business projects, with a view extending beyond the immediate horizon.
- Lead in ensuring the quality of the team's technical work, from code to software designs, while raising the skill level of less experienced members.
- Possess 12-15 years of previous professional experience.
What you need to succeed
- Strong programming experience with Java, JavaScript and development of microservices using Spring Boot.
- Experience developing, deploying, and supporting cloud-native SaaS applications.
- Hands-on experience with major cloud platforms, including GCP, AWS, and/or Azure.
- Experience designing scalable distributed systems using caching, messaging, and event-driven architectures.
- Strong understanding of asynchronous processing and high-performance application design.
- Experience working with both relational and NoSQL databases.
- Familiarity with applying AI technologies to modern software engineering workflows.
- Experience leveraging AI tools for code generation, test automation, debugging, documentation, and developer productivity improvements.
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.
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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