Lead Software Engineer
Webroot
Software Engineering
Makati, Metro Manila, Philippines
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're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.
Your Impact
We’re looking for an experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our Innovations Team and build scalable, high-performance software solutions. This is a hands-on individual contributor role for a strong problem solver who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments.
What the role offers
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable backend applications
- Build and optimize server-side logic and back-end components
- Integrate user-facing elements in collaboration with front-end developers
- Test, debug, and improve application performance
- Evaluate and prioritize feature requests and technical enhancements
- Work with data storage solutions and improve existing databases
- Develop tools to monitor online traffic and system performance
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional development teams
What you need to suceed
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
- at least 5+ years of professional software engineering experience
- Strong proficiency in Python is a plus
- Experience or exposure to AI or AI-enabled systems preferred
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- High standards of professionalism and work ethic
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Willingness to work EMEA or Americas business hours
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 contact us at [email protected]. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.