OPENTEXT - THE INFORMATION COMPANY

OpenText is a global leader in information management, where innovation, creativity, and collaboration are the key components of our corporate culture. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to partner with the most highly regarded companies in the world, tackle complex issues, and contribute to projects that shape the future of digital transformation.

AI-First. Future-Driven. Human-Centered.

At OpenText, AI is at the heart of everything we do—powering innovation, transforming work, and empowering digital knowledge workers. We're hiring talent that AI can't replace to help us shape the future of information management. Join us.

Our Platform Modernization Organization drives the lifecycle management and continuous modernization of compute, database, storage, and network infrastructure. We treat lifecycle management as a strategic lever to enhance systems, deliver measurable value for internal and external customers, protect the business, and safeguard our reputation.

By leveraging modern technology and advanced tooling, we streamline operations, minimize downtime, and strengthen system reliability. With a relentless focus on continuous improvement, we enable the organization to adapt quickly to evolving demands, ensuring scalable, secure, and future-ready platforms that power business success and customer satisfaction.

Your Impact:
We are seeking a strategic Senior Manager, Platform Modernization to lead a team of principal technical specialists and subject matter experts (SMEs) in transforming legacy platforms, including aging hardware, End of Support Life (EOSL) operating systems, and legacy applications. The role focuses on driving high-level modernization strategies for on-premises and hybrid environments, ensuring alignment with business objectives, operational efficiency, and reduced technical debt. The Senior Manager will foster innovation, and ensure seamless execution of modernization initiatives while maintaining compliance and minimizing risks.

As Senior Manager, Platform Modernization, you will:

• Define and lead platform modernization strategy, focusing on upgrading legacy hardware, EOSL operating systems, and applications across on-premises and hybrid environments.
• Manage and mentor principal technical specialists and SMEs, driving assessment, planning, and execution of modernization initiatives.
• Oversee large-scale programs, coordinating cross-functional teams to modernize infrastructure with minimal disruption and optimized cost.
• Implement lifecycle heatmaps and strategic roadmaps to assess obsolescence risks and prioritize modernization across compute, storage, network, and applications.
• Collaborate with business units and vendors to align technical modernization efforts with organizational goals and business value.
• Ensure compliance and risk mitigation, adhering to security standards and regulatory requirements during legacy infrastructure upgrades.
• Champion innovation, guiding teams in evaluating and integrating emerging technologies like hyper-converged infrastructure and serverless computing.
• Manage budgets and resources, including vendor negotiations and reporting on ROI, risks, and progress to executive leadership.

What you need to succeed:

• 10+ years in IT, including 5+ years managing teams in platform modernization or infrastructure delivery and operations.
• Led enterprise-wide modernization programs for legacy hardware, EOSL operating systems (e.g., Windows Server, Linux, Solaris), and applications.
• Deep understanding of legacy infrastructure, including servers, storage arrays, and network switches, and modernization approaches like microservices and containerization.
• Oversaw lifecycle management and roadmap development, driving strategic modernization initiatives.
• Experienced in hybrid and on-premises environments, virtualization, and modern architectural patterns.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, guiding principal technical specialists and SMEs in dynamic, cross-functional settings.
• Effective communicator, able to translate strategic modernization plans for executives and stakeholders.
• Certifications such as ITIL, PMP, or Leadership credentials are considered assets.

One last thing:
OpenText is more than a corporation—it’s a global community built on trust, character, and purpose. Here, we act ethically, care deeply about people, and always put our customers first. We help teams succeed through collaboration, tackle challenges with resilience, and innovate with intention.

Join us on our mission to drive positive change through privacy, technology, and teamwork. At OpenText, we don’t just have a culture—we live our values. Choose us because you want to be part of a company that empowers you to make a meaningful impact.

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.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please contact us athr@opentext.com. Our proactive approach fosters collaboration, innovation, and personal growth, enriching OpenText's vibrant workplace.