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Lead Software Developer in Test

OpenText and Careers
Gaithersburg, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 12/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/27/2026
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 AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

  • Must be eligible to obtain security clearances with the US Government*
A key part of any company’s information management strategy, OpenText enterprise content management (ECM) software providesContent 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

Join our Content Management team as a Software QA Developer, contributing to our sovereign cloud initiatives. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with development, product management, cloud operations, and security teams. You’ll play a key part in continuous integration, containerization, and cloud-based solutions, helping us deliver secure, high-quality products. If you’re passionate about improving software and thrive in dynamic environments, this is the role for you.

What the role offers

As a Lead Software Developer, you will:
  • Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines (Git) for automated testing and deployment.
  • Integrate end-to-end automated tests into release workflows.
  • Work with containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible).
  • Apply strong programming and scripting skills in Java and Python.
  • Create, maintain, and execute automated tests using tools like Selenium WebDriver
  • Troubleshoot complex issues in distributed systems, providing detailed analysis.
  • Build deep product knowledge of ECM platforms, including content management, search, workflow, and integration components.
  • Review software requirements and controls for compliance and security analysis.
What you need to Succeed:
  • Solid understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Ability to collaborate across development, QA, and business teams to streamline release cycles.
  • Proficiency with Linux operating systems.
  • Database knowledge (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL preferred).
  • 5 years of experience in software engineering (or equivalent experience).
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Knowledge of agile development processes.
  • Experience navigating sovereign cloud requirements (e.g., FedRAMP controls, authorization processes, or compliance documentation) is an asset.
  • Solid grasp of secure coding standards and the ability to apply security testing techniques to identify and mitigate vulnerabilities
  • Ability to assess vulnerability reports from automated scanning tools, validate findings, and coordinate remediation with development teams.
One last thing:
OpenText is more than a corporation—it’s a global community built on trust, character, and purpose. Here, we act ethically, care deeply about people, and always put our customers first. We help teams succeed through collaboration, tackle challenges with resilience, and innovate with intention.

Join us on our mission to drive positive change through privacy, technology, and teamwork. At OpenText, we don’t just have a culture—we live our values. Choose us because you want to be part of a company that empowers you to make a meaningful impact.

OpenText's commitment to diversity and inclusion surpasses legal requirements, evident in ourEqual 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 atAsk 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: $125,440 - $206,080; 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.

Salary : $125,440 - $206,080

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