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Lead Systems Developer Job Title: Lead Systems Developer Contract Length: Permanent Location: Hybrid in Guelph (open to other corporate offices; Mississauga, Toronto, Burlington) Start Date: 02-02-2026 Language: English Salary: This is an open role with ongoing hiring needs. Position Summary Our client is seeking a Lead Systems Developer to join their IT team. The role extends beyond coding to encompass a deep understanding of software development across industries. They are seasoned professionals with specialized skills in specific technology sets, honed through years of industry experience. A Lead Developer is proficient in programming, software design, testing, and maintenance, and excels in software development methodologies. We expect clean, maintainable code, effective debugging, and strong development and operations practices. Communicative skills are essential to translate complex technical concepts for diverse audiences, including stakeholders and nontechnical team members. Key Responsibilities Plan, document, and determine technologies and options for a working solution of large to extralarge complexity Lead the approach, planning, and delegation of work for large to extralarge complex initiatives Strategic planning and design of projects Exercise expert decisionmaking authority, especially in technical matters; make highlevel decisions about technology stack and system design patterns and resolve technical disputes within the team Lead, develop and implement system features ranging from large to extralarge complexity by writing new code and optimizing existing codebases Develop reusable frameworks and technical components to facilitate future development efforts Serve as the Architect Owner within the Agile methodology, guiding the delivery team''''s architectural decisions and strategies Provide developmental guidance and coaching to junior developers to enhance their skills and knowledge Engage in mentorship to foster professional growth and development within the team Cultivate relationships that contribute to a collaborative and supportive work environment Advocate for and promote best practices to ensure highquality and consistent outcomes in all projects Required Qualifications Postsecondary education in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related discipline Guidewire ACE certification Extensive development experience with the Guidewire suite of products throughout the delivery lifecycle/system development lifecycle 5 or more years of experience in ObjectOriented Programming languages using JAVA technology Experience in P&C Insurance industry Preferred Qualifications Critical thinking skills to recognize assumptions, evaluate arguments, draw conclusions, and proactively propose solutions Strong communication skills to clearly convey messages and explore diverse points of view Ability to build trusting relationships and provide guidance to support the development of colleagues Benefits (if applicable) Comprehensive benefits package Wellness benefits with carryforward Defined contribution pension plan Application Process Submit your resume (and cover letter if required) to: [email protected] https://www.maplesoftgroup.com/Careers/Career-Opportunities Our recruitment process is led by human recruiters who review applications and make final hiring decisions. AIassisted tools help screen and organize applications but do not replace human judgment. Equal Opportunity Employer Maplesoft is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process. Ready to Excel? Think you''''re a great fit for our team? Explore our Job Opportunities page. #J-18808-Ljbffr