Senior Software Developer 2

D2L; United States; Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness benefits

Equity grants

Variable incentive

Tuition reimbursement (CAD)

Job summary

D2L is seeking a seasoned Senior Software Developer to advance our educational platform. You will apply OO design, write robust code in C++, C#, or Java, and contribute to data structures, databases, and distributed systems. You will mentor teams, influence technology choices, and help solve complex, multi-system problems across initiatives.

The role supports a hybrid work model with 3 days in the office. A Bachelor’s degree in CS/CE or similar is required, with 8+ years of experience in

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills for technical discussions and collaboration.
• Experience with OO design and proficient coding in C++, C# or Java.
• Solid CS fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, databases, distributed systems.
• A track record of delivering technically challenging work.
• Familiarity with Artificial Intelligence tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or similar.
• Typically 8+ years of relevant experience.
• Ability to lead technically across teams through mentoring and example.
• Ability to solve ambiguous multi-system problems across initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership across teams and mentoring.
• Develop software using engineering best practices and clean code.
• Contribute to architecture decisions and code quality improvements.
• Tackle cross-team, multi-system problems and drive delivery.

Skills

OO design

C++

C#

Java

Data structures

Algorithms

Databases

Distributed systems

AI tools

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or computer engineering

Tools

AI tools

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.

Every application we receive is personally reviewed by a member of our Talent Acquisition team - yes, a real person looks at your resume! While we use AI tools internally to streamline tasks like meeting notes, summaries, and administrative work, these tools never rank resumes, make hiring decisions, or influence candidate evaluations.

How will I make an impact?

We are looking for seasoned software developers who are passionate about developing software using engineering best practices. Senior software developers use past experiences & know-how to enable teams to be more productive & effective through the code they write, the decisions they make and knowledge they share. Your ideas and perspectives are essential to making sure we are investing in the right technology and effectively advancing our goal.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Strong communication skill for technical discussions and collaboration
• 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
• A body of work demonstrating a consistent ability to complete technically challenging work
• Acumen with Artificial Intelligence tools
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or similar technical discipline
• Developers at this level typically have 8+ years experience
• Provide technical leadership across teams, through mentoring, influence and leading by example
• Solves ambiguous multi-system problems across teams/initiatives

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

This position is to fill an existing vacancy

The expected base salary range for a new hire in this role is listed below. The annualized base salary offered is determined by each candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, education, training and experience. It is aligned to ensure both internal and external competitiveness using market data for the geographic location and industry. 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.

Base Salary Range

$110,000—$155,000 CAD

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 SkillsWave Program
• 2 Paid Days off for SkillsWave-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 Spaces at our HQ in Kitchener, Winnipeg, Vancouver and Melbourne offices