Software Developer, H5P Group

In July 2024, D2L Acquired H5P to reinforce its dedication to providing powerful learning experiences to transform learning around the world. Read more  here . H5P, is one of the most used EdTech solutions in the world with more than nine-figures end-users. At H5P group we take pride in overseeing the development and maintenance of two integral components: open-source version of H5P and our cutting-edge SaaS offering.

H5P Group is a fast-growing software provider. We help improve the lives of people all around the world by empowering educators to create better e-learning content faster. Our award-winning software is called H5P. H5P has grown to become one of the most widely used ed-tech solutions in the world.  

Software Developers at H5P work in and across teams of other developers, testers, designers, product managers, and many more roles to release reliable, high-quality software solutions that enable accessible and engaging learning and teaching experiences.

What you’ll bring to the role

• Design, build, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performing software.
• Collaborate in a cross-functional agile team (engineering, design, product).
• Contribute to architecture, technical decisions, and code quality standards.
• Review code and provide constructive feedback across teams.
• Participate in deployment, monitoring, and ongoing system improvements.
• Identify risks, solve complex problems, and contribute to technical direction.
• Experience with scalable distributed systems.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards and inclusive design, understanding of accessibility and why it matters.

How you work:

• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across teams
• Take ownership of your work, from development to production
• Apply sound judgment to balance speed, quality, and long-term impact
• Contribute to a positive team culture through feedback and knowledge sharing
• Show initiative in improving systems, processes, and team practices

Technical Skills:

• Strong programming experience (e.g., JavaScript, PHP, C# or similar)
• Experience with testing, debugging, and writing maintainable code
• Solid understanding of software design, architecture, and best practices
• Familiarity with security, privacy, and building reliable systems
• Experience with version control and CI/CD workflows (e.g., GitHub, GitHub Actions)
• Bonus: Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code, and experience with Docker, Node.js, NestJS, or similar technologies.

D2L/H5P Leadership Competencies  

• Leads by Example with personal and professional integrity, high accountability and say/do ratio  
• Boundaryless collaboration and influence skills both within team, peer group and broader organization.
• Delivers Awesome Outcomes : Strategic mindset and business acumen, with strong prioritization skills and a focus on organizational outcomes vs. team tasks. Effective problem solver, able to achieve results individually and through others, in fast paced, deadline-driven environments.  
• Talent Magnet : Talent-focused leader, with demonstrated ability to coach, build and lead a high performing, diverse team.  
• Better, Smarter, Faster : An agile learner, with a growth mindset, attention to detail and organizational skills. An operationally minded leader, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. 
• Wins Hearts and Minds : An effective communicator, with the ability to connect the why and the what. A change agent, with proven delegation, motivation, and team building skills.

What it's like working at H5P Group and some benefits that you might find attractive: 

• 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
• Retirement planning
• 2 Paid Volunteer Days
• Competitive Benefits Package
• Employee Referral Program
• Wellness Reimbursement (health promoting activities)
• Employee Recognition
• Social Events
• An inclusive, international, talented and creative workplace, where we give our employees responsibility and trust, along with the opportunity to shape their own working day.