Lead Software Developer (Compiler Construction)

OpenText; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Software Developer, where you will tackle complex challenges in code analysis. You'll design and implement innovative static analysis algorithms, collaborating with a talented team to enhance software security. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and contribute to the development of solutions that protect organizations from cyber threats. Embrace an environment that values innovation, teamwork, and personal growth while making a significant impact in the cybersecurity field. If you're passionate about programming languages and eager to drive positive change, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Strong background in programming languages and static program analysis.
• Experience in large-scale software development with a focus on Java.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement static analysis algorithms for various programming languages.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers and researchers to develop high-quality solutions.

Skills

Java

Static Analysis Algorithms

Debugging

Communication Skills

Software Security

Programming Languages

Compiler Construction

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

M.S. in Computer Science

Ph.D. in Computer Science

Tools

LLVM

Eclipse JDT

MLIR

Job description

Hiring Manager: Trang To

Talent Acquisition Advisor: Archana Namasivayam

Job Code Level: DSP4

Refer Your Friends!

As a global leader in secure information management, OpenText empowers businesses to stay ahead of the ever-evolving cyber threats. Our Cybersecurity Enterprise portfolio is formidable, offering innovative solutions that safeguard organizations from malicious attacks, data breaches, and cyber vulnerabilities. By joining our team, you'll be at the forefront of developing and implementing state-of-the-art security technologies, protecting critical assets and sensitive information for clients worldwide.

Fortify is the industry-leading provider of Application Security solutions that empower organizations to develop secure software. Fortify offers a comprehensive portfolio of application security solutions with the flexibility of testing on-premises and on-demand to cover the entire software development lifecycle. Over 80% of security breaches exploit application vulnerabilities, and at Fortify, you will be at the forefront of one of the fastest-growing segments in the security market.

Learn more about Fortify Static Code Analyzer (SAST):

• Security from the Inside Out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGZrTtx7rLo
• Fortify Static Code Analyzer: https://software.microfocus.com/en-us/products/static-code-analysis-sast/overview

Your Impact:

As a Lead Software Developer, you will work with bright, motivated teammates to implement solutions to some of the toughest code analysis problems in the industry. We develop complex algorithms to scan the code of over 20 different programming languages. Development and testing are done using agile methodologies and techniques.

What the Role Offers:

As a Lead Software Developer, you will:

• Design and implement static analysis algorithms based on recent relevant computer science research and literature.
• Develop new analysis features and add support for new languages and language features.
• Apply recent research developments from computer science literature where we can benefit from upgrading our algorithms and program representations.
• Write specifications for features as they are implemented.
• Analyze the quality of security finding results and product performance characteristics.
• Maintain the Fortify Static Code Analyzer code base using good software engineering practices.
• Collaborate with a project team of other software engineers, security researchers, and quality engineers, to develop reliable, cost-effective, and high-quality solutions.

What You Need to Succeed:

• B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. (preferred) in Computer Science or equivalent, with emphasis on programming languages, static program analysis, compilers, or software security.
• Proficiency in large-scale software development in Java, with emphasis on code quality, including performance and memory usage.
• Ability to debug complex issues, including correctness, performance, and non-determinism issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills (discussion and articulation of product architecture, design proposals, and specifications; team collaboration; software documentation)
• Expertise or knowledge in Static analysis algorithms (abstract interpretation, dataflow, higher order analysis, buffer analysis, shape analysis, separation logic, incremental analysis).
• Expertise or knowledge in Compiler construction (frontends, IR, backend, type inference, program transformations) in one or more programming languages.
• Background in the software security domain.
• Passionate about programming languages and frameworks.
• Compiler tools (LLVM, MLIR, Rust HIR/MIR, Eclipse JDT, etc.)
• Experience with development on multiple platforms.
• Inventive, adaptable, independent, and a self-starter.

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.

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