Software Developer - New Graduate

D2L; Kitchener; Hybrid; CAD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cloud technology company in Kitchener seeks a passionate Software Developer graduating in 2025 to transform teaching and learning worldwide. This role involves working with advanced distributed systems and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has strong coding skills in C++, C#, or Java, and an understanding of computer science concepts. The position offers a competitive salary range of $75,000-$85,000 CAD along with various benefits including flexible work arrangements and learning opportunities.

Benefits

Wellness Subsidy

Tuition reimbursement

Employee wellbeing services

Retirement planning

Paid Volunteer Days

Flexible work arrangements

Dog Friendly Offices

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and decompose problems into solutions.
• Experience with OO design and proficient coding skills.
• Strong understanding of CS topics including data structures and algorithms.
• Experience in software development in a tech-focused company.
• Acumen with Artificial Intelligence tools.

Responsibilities

• Help advance the goal of transforming teaching and learning.
• Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and test developers.
• Work on distributed systems, automated test development and more.

Skills

Problem analysis and decomposition

Object-oriented design

Coding skills (C++, C#, Java)

Knowledge of data structures

Experience in AI tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field (graduated in 2025)

Job description

D2L is a cloud company that is modernizing education and building the Future of Work. The old models of teaching and learning are in the midst of the largest transformation in history, and D2L is at the heart of that fundamental shift.

New models of teaching and learning enable a personalized, student‑centric experience – and deliver improved retention, engagement, satisfaction, and results for learners of all ages – in schools, campuses, and companies.

D2L is disrupting the way the world learns, by providing the next generation learning environment and solutions to engage and inspire learners. And most importantly, by giving customers a platform that is easy, flexible, and smart. No other company provides a solution as robust and innovative as D2L.

D2L has had a singular mission for 25 years and is dedicated to that same mission in the years ahead: to transform the way the world learns – and by doing so, we will help improve human potential globally.

A member of our Talent Acquisition team reviews ALL of our applications - yes a real person reviews resumes! They are excited to read more about what amazing things you could add to D2L.

How will I make an Impact?

At D2L, we are looking for Software Developers who graduated in 2025 to help us advance our goal of using technology to transform teaching and learning around the world. Our software is used daily by millions of people around the world and we need developers who are up to the challenge that this presents. We need these developers to work on a wide range of technologies including, but not limited to: distributed systems, automated test development, user interfaces, mobile and cloud computing. As a developer, you will help make dreams a reality.

Software Developers at D2L have a passion for technology and code. Beyond code, developers are expected to collaborate closely with others including technical product managers, designers and test developers. Your ideas and perspectives are essential to making sure we are building the right things.

What You’ll Bring To The Role

• Ability to analyze and decompose problems into potential technical solutions
• Experience with OO design and proficient coding skills (ie: C++, C#, or Java)
• Strong understanding of Computer Science topics including: data structures, algorithms, databases, distributed systems
• Experience in software development, preferably in a technology focused company
• Acumen with Artificial Intelligence tools

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field; completed in 2025.

D2L operates in a hybrid work style, with expectation of 3 days per week in office.

Base Salary Range

$75,000—$85,000 CAD

As part of the total compensation at D2L the role may be eligible for additional benefits including a Wellness Subsidy, Equity Grants, Variable Incentive, and more.

Don’t meet every single requirement? We strongly encourage you to still apply! At D2L, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage your application even if you don't believe you meet every single qualification outlined, because we love to help our people grow and develop!

Why We're Awesome

• Impactful work transforming the way the world learns
• Flexible work arrangements
• Learning and Growth opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $4,000 CAD for continuing education through our Catch the Wave Program
• 2 Paid Days off for Catch the Wave related activities like exams or final assignments
• Employee wellbeing (Access to mental health services, EFAP program, financial planning and more)
• Retirement planning
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Home Internet Reimbursements
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Reimbursement
• Employee Recognition
• Social Events
• Dog Friendly Offices at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Melbourne.