Software Developer (Enterprise Content Management)

Permanent Full Time 

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If you’re energized by building scalable, enterprise-grade solutions and thrive on solving complex business challenges through thoughtful design and engineering, our ECM (Enterprise Content Management) team wants to meet you. We are responsible for the global rollout, development & support, of IBM CP4BA & Hyland OnBase ecosystem; modernizing how documents, workflows, and content-centric processes operate across the organization.

As an ECM Developer, you will bring a developer-first mindset and not just writing code, but engineering complete, maintainable, scalable solutions that fit into a global standard.

If you enjoy working in an ideas-led, fast-paced, highly collaborative environment, this is the place for you.

The ECM platform enables mission-critical business functions, large-scale digital transformation initiatives, and modernization across the organization. You will shape how automation, workflow, and ECM solutions are delivered in the enterprise; technically, strategically, and culturally.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and enhance ECM and workflow applications using OnBase & CP4BA components.
• Translate business requirements/stories into well-architected, reusable components.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of solution patterns, frameworks, and reference architectures.
• Ensure highest-quality solutions through peer code reviews, unit testing, integration testing, and performance validation.
• Champion best practices including, Coding standards, Modular and reusable design, Proper version control discipline, Consistency in naming, structure, and documentation
• Work closely with architects, platform engineers, business analysts, and QA teams across different regions.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Participate in sprint ceremonies, backlog refinement, design sessions, and collaborative troubleshooting.
• Support deployments, solution releases, and environment promotion cycles.
• Provide tier‑2 development support for complex operational issues.
• Troubleshoot integrations, workflows, and automation components across cloud environments.
• Contribute to platform hardening, upgrades, and roadmap evolution.
• Develop and maintain integrations between ECM Platforms and other enterprise systems.
• Leverage AWS-native components where appropriate, working within ROSA and containerized ecosystems.
• Apply DevOps and GitOps practices (CI/CD pipelines, Git branching standards, automation scripting, etc.).
• Design and develop Java-based services, extensions, and integrations supporting ECM and workflow platforms.
• Build and consume RESTful APIs to integrate ECM platforms with upstream and downstream enterprise systems.
• Develop event-driven integrations using Kafka or similar messaging platforms, including publisher/subscriber patterns for content, workflow, and business events.
• Integrate ECM solutions with external data services and enterprise platforms (e.g., ERP, CRM, data platforms).
• Leverage API management platforms (e.g., Apigee) to secure, govern, and scale ECM-related APIs.
• Collaborate with integration and platform teams to align solutions with enterprise integration standards and reference architectures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex integration issues across distributed systems, APIs, and event streams.

What you will bring

• Post-secondary degree/diploma in computer science, engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Working experience, preferably with OnBase / CP4BA or similar ECM Platform.
• Experience developing and delivering enterprise applications end‑to‑end.
• Strong development experience in: Java / JavaScript, Automation Scripts, .Net, REST/SOAP APIs, JSON/XML.
• Exposure to cloud-hosted platforms, preferably AWS.
• Working knowledge of: Containers & Kubernetes (OpenShift, ROSA preferred), Linux environments, DB2 or other relational databases
• Experience building integrations between enterprise systems.
• Strong understanding of software development principles, design patterns, and best practices.
• Ability to plan, estimate, and organize development work.
• Experience with Agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, GitLab, or equivalent tools.
• Strong communication skills; verbal and written.
• Ability to collaborate across distributed teams and build strong relationships with business and technical partners.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical abilities.
• Proven ability to debug complex distributed systems.
• Experience with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing.
• Strong hands-on experience with Java for building enterprise-grade services and integrations.
• Solid experience designing and consuming REST APIs, including authentication, authorization, versioning, and error handling.
• Experience integrating with external data services and third-party systems.
• Hands-on experience with event-driven architectures, preferably using Apache Kafka (publisher/subscriber, topics, offsets, schema awareness).

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The base salary for this position is between $59,800 - $109,700 annually. This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc). If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Grow with Canada Life 

We’re united by a shared purpose: to improve the financial, physical and mental well-being of Canadians. Our company is trusted by 1 in 3 Canadians and contributes to the strength of communities across the country.  

We’re looking for people who live our values everyday: we step up, we do the right thing, and we deliver – for our customers, communities and each other. Are you someone who always strives to do the right thing, who steps up for themselves and others, and who delivers with impact? Then we want to hear from you! 

What we offer:  

We’re committed to supporting our employees through every stage of their career. Here’s what you can expect as a full-time or part-time permanent team member: 

• Career Development: Opportunities for career advancement, access to industry-leading learning programs and up to $2,000 annually towards education reimbursement. 

• Health & Wellness: Flexible health and dental benefits, plus a $5,000 mental health benefit to support your well-being. 

• Time Off: In addition to regular vacation and personal days, we support community involvement with a volunteer day.  

• Financial Security: Company-matching pension plan, share ownership program and additional investment options. 

• Rewards and Recognition: Employee recognition programs, service milestone celebrations, employee discounts and more!  
• Emphasis on Community: We provide a workplace where employees feel connected and supported through Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), mentorship programs, social clubs and events.  

Learn more about Canada Life.  

We’re committed to removing barriers and ensuring equal access to employment. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application process may contact  talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com. All information provided will be handled in accordance with applicable laws and Canada Life policies.  

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. 

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