Job Description

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're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.



Digital Experience (DX)is the new marketing domain. 89% of companies plan to make Customer Experience their number one area of engagement by next year. Upgrading customer experience capabilities helps companies to unlock new revenue streams and bolster existing ones, attract and retain customers, and reach new segments--all while driving higher conversion and engagement. OpenText's rich portfolio of Web Content Management, Digital Asset Management, Customer Communication Management, and Workforce Optimization solutions offer exciting and compelling ways to address customer needs in this area.



Your Impact



We are seeking a Lead Software Engineer to develop and support complex software that runs OpenText's Core Messaging platform. This platform handles real-time, time-sensitive communications and integrates with telecom and IP infrastructure. Reliability, scalability, and performance are critical.

As a Lead Software Developer, you will:

Design, develop and support scalable and resilient software capable of handling real-time, time-sensitive communications. Overcome technical challenges of sending high volume fax, voice, email, SMS, RCS and WhatsApp communications. Application of complex software engineering concepts such as queuing and graph theory. Ensure disaster recovery readiness and high availability. Collaborate with cross-functional geographically dispersed teams including engineering, operations, product management, and security. Assisting in task management and Agile planning, managing individual project priorities, deadlines and deliverables. Being proactive - willing to work on any problem, and willing to find solutions when they fall outside your area of direct expertise Mentoring junior team members with regards to code design, testing and standards. Keeping a level head in a pressured environment

What it takes to Succeed:

BA/BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience, with at least 2 years in a technical leadership / architecture role. 10+ years of software engineering experience. C/C++ application development on Solaris SPARC/x86& Redhat Linux Knowledge of MySQL and embedded MySQL Knowledge of ONC RPC Excellent reverse engineering skills. Knowledge of Peal is an asset. Knowledge of high-volume delivery systems. Experience with disaster recovery planning and implementation. Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence across technical and business teams.

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 efforts to build an inclusive work environment go beyond simply complying with applicable laws. Our Employment Equity and Diversity Policy provides direction on maintaining a working environment that is inclusive of everyone, regardless of 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 atAsk HR. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.