Full-Time
Software Developer
D2L
1,001-5,000 employees
Subscription-based online learning platform for education
Compensation Overview
CA$70k - CA$105k/yr
Winnipeg, MB, Canada + 3 more
More locations: Toronto, ON, Canada | Kitchener, ON, Canada | Vancouver, BC, Canada
Hybrid
Bachelor's
 Software Engineering (1) |
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- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or similar technical discipline
- Experience with object-oriented design and proficient coding skills (e.g., 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
- Work on a wide range of technologies including distributed systems, user interfaces, mobile and cloud computing.
- Collaborate closely with technical product managers, designers and quality assurance to ensure building the right solutions.
Brightspace LMS by D2L is a cloud-based learning management system for K-12, higher education, and corporate training. It runs on a subscription model where institutions pay recurring fees for core tools like course management, assessments, performance tracking, and student engagement, with optional add-ons. The platform enables teachers to create and manage courses while learners access materials, complete assignments, and receive feedback in one centralized system. D2L differentiates itself with a large global user base, multi-sector support, and ongoing updates and support to help customers succeed, with a goal of improving learning outcomes through a reliable, adaptable digital education platform.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Kitchener, Canada
Founded
1999
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- April 2026 ARR hit US$219.8 million, up 10% year over year.
- Loyola Chicago chose Brightspace on August 5, 2026 for AI-powered learning.
- Midwestern University selected Brightspace on June 3, 2026 for fall 2026 rollout.
What critics are saying
- Canvas leads U.S. higher-ed share; Instructure markets that dominance aggressively in 2026.
- Q1 fiscal 2027 growth excluded K-12 churn, showing fragile retention outside core accounts.
- If AI features commoditize, Brightspace becomes a switching-cost trap against Canvas and Anthology.
What makes D2L unique
- Brightspace wins where institutions want deeper analytics, accessibility, and configurable workflows.
- D2L Lumi embeds AI inside courses, not as a separate add-on.
- H5P acquisition and open ecosystem strengthen course-creation breadth versus closed LMS rivals.
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↑ 0%Loyola University Chicago selects D2L Brightspace as its next-generation learning platform. Aug 05, 2026, 10:00 ET Leading Chicago research university selects D2L to deliver modern, scalable and outcome-driven experiences TORONTO, Aug. 5, 2026 /CNW/ - D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, announced that Loyola University Chicago (LUC) has selected D2L Brightspace as its next-generation learning platform to advance digital learning, support student success and deliver scalable, AI-powered learning experiences. Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is a Carnegie R1 research institution recognized for its academic rigor, commitment to service and focus on preparing graduates to make a lasting impact in their communities. Located in one of the most competitive higher education markets in the U.S., Loyola is home to a broad range of top-ranked undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. "Loyola University Chicago is a leading institution with a clear vision for the future of teaching and learning," said Lee Poteck, Chief Revenue Officer at D2L. "We are proud to partner with Loyola as it modernizes its learning ecosystem and advances learning with a flexible platform designed to support innovation, help faculty create meaningful experiences and give academic leaders the insights they need to support student success." D2L will deliver innovative learning experiences across all Chicago campuses and programs through: * D2L Brightspace: An award-winning learning platform, designed to help educators create interactive content, deliver more personalized learning and monitor learner progress. * D2L Lumi: An AI-native offering that supports learners with personalized study recommendations and helps educators and instructional designers efficiently build more immersive content aligned to learning outcomes. Loyola selected D2L Brightspace for its ability to deliver transformational value across the learning experience, including intuitive user experience, AI-powered tools to support course creation and personalized learning pathways, interactive and media-rich content capabilities, and robust analytics to support learner success. About Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Platinum-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Visit Loyola Today to find the latest University news. D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and businesses. X: @D2L (C) 2026 D2L Corporation. The D2L family of companies includes D2L Inc., D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, D2L India Pvt Ltd, D2L Brasil Soluções de Tecnologia para Educação Ltda and D2L Sistemas de Aprendizaje Innovadores, S. D2 R.L de C.V., and H5P Group AS. All D2L and H5P marks are owned by the D2L group of companies. Please visit D2L.com/trademarks for a list of D2L marks. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. SOURCE D2L D2L Media Contact: [email protected]
D2L Lumi wins 2026 Tech & Learning Best of Show Award. Jul 22, 2026, 10:25 ET D2L Lumi recognized for trusted AI innovation supporting teaching, learning and student success in higher education TORONTO, July 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, announced that D2L Lumi has been recognized as a winner of Tech & Learning's Best of Show Award in the Higher Education category, presented at ISTELive 2026. Designed to support educators and learners, D2L Lumi can enhance the human learning experience through AI-enabled tools integrated directly within D2L Brightspace. D2L Lumi helps educators and instructional designers build engaging course content aligned to learning outcomes, support feedback generation, access learner insights and save time while supporting student success. For learners, D2L Lumi can provide access to personalized tutoring and study support grounded in course materials and learning outcomes. "Student success begins with making sure learners have the right support at the moment they need it while educators have more space to focus on the deeply human work of teaching", said Dr. Cristi Ford, Chief Learning Officer at D2L. "D2L Lumi brings trusted AI into the learning environment in ways that help faculty create more engaging learning experiences while at the same time giving learners personalized guidance grounded in their course materials. We are so honored to be recognized by Tech & Learning for helping institutions use AI thoughtfully and not simply to introduce new technology." Tech & Learning's Best of Show Awards are evaluated by a panel of industry expert judges and editors. Winners are selected based on a points score against a range of criteria, including innovation, feature set, reliability and performance. Institutions are seeing meaningful results. At the American College of Financial Services, educators recorded a 16% increase in course completion rates after implementing D2L Lumi alongside D2L Brightspace. D2L Lumi is also helping expand access to timely learner support. At Blyth Academy, 10% of students engaged with D2L Lumi Tutor within the first two and a half weeks, generating more than 1,000 unique tutoring conversations. "The products nominated for the Best of Show program provide an outstanding overview of new technology on the show floor and shine a spotlight on the products, and businesses behind them, who are transforming education in schools around the world," said the awards editorial team. D2L Lumi's recognition as a Best of Show winner at ISTELive 2026 reflects D2L's continued commitment to helping institutions adopt AI responsibly, support learner engagement and scale high-quality learning experiences while preserving academic integrity, educator oversight and institutional trust. About D2L D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and businesses. X: @D2L (C) 2026 D2L Corporation. The D2L family of companies includes D2L Inc., D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, D2L India Pvt Ltd, D2L Brasil Soluções de Tecnologia para Educação Ltda and D2L Sistemas de Aprendizaje Innovadores, S. D2 R.L de C.V., and H5P Group AS. All D2L and H5P marks are owned by the D2L group of companies. Please visit D2L.com/trademarks for a list of D2L marks. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. SOURCE D2L
D2L Lumi wins 2026 Tech & Learning Best of Show Award. D2L Lumi recognized for trusted AI innovation supporting teaching, learning and student success in higher education. D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, announced that D2L Lumi has been recognized as a winner of Tech & Learning's Best of Show Award in the Higher Education category, presented at ISTELive 2026. Designed to support educators and learners, D2L Lumi can enhance the human learning experience through AI-enabled tools integrated directly within D2L Brightspace. D2L Lumi helps educators and instructional designers build engaging course content aligned to learning outcomes, support feedback generation, access learner insights and save time while supporting student success. For learners, D2L Lumi can provide access to personalized tutoring and study support grounded in course materials and learning outcomes. "Student success begins with making sure learners have the right support at the moment they need it while educators have more space to focus on the deeply human work of teaching. D2L Lumi brings trusted AI into the learning environment in ways that help faculty create more engaging learning experiences while at the same time giving learners personalized guidance grounded in their course materials. We are so honored to be recognized by Tech & Learning for helping institutions use AI thoughtfully and not simply to introduce new technology." Dr. Cristi Ford Chief Learning Officer at D2L Tech & Learning's Best of Show Awards are evaluated by a panel of industry expert judges and editors. Winners are selected based on a points score against a range of criteria, including innovation, feature set, reliability and performance. Institutions are seeing meaningful results. At the American College of Financial Services, educators recorded a 16% increase in course completion rates after implementing D2L Lumi alongside D2L Brightspace. D2L Lumi is also helping expand access to timely learner support. At Blyth Academy, 10% of students engaged with D2L Lumi Tutor within the first two and a half weeks, generating more than 1,000 unique tutoring conversations. "The products nominated for the Best of Show program provide an outstanding overview of new technology on the show floor and shine a spotlight on the products, and businesses behind them, who are transforming education in schools around the world," said the awards editorial team. D2L Lumi's recognition as a Best of Show winner at ISTELive 2026 reflects D2L's continued commitment to helping institutions adopt AI responsibly, support learner engagement and scale high-quality learning experiences while preserving academic integrity, educator oversight and institutional trust. About D2L D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and businesses. D2L media contact. (C) 2026 D2L Corporation. The D2L family of companies includes D2L Inc., D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, D2L India Pvt Ltd, D2L Brasil Soluções de Tecnologia para Educação Ltda and D2L Sistemas de Aprendizaje Innovadores, S. D2 R.L de C.V., and H5P Group AS. All D2L and H5P marks are owned by the D2L group of companies. Please visit D2L.com/trademarks for a list of D2L marks. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
TIME and Statista name D2L one of Canada's Best Companies 2026. Jul 15, 2026, 10:00 ET Recognition highlights D2L's commitment to employee experience, sustainable impact and long-term growth TORONTO, July 15, 2026 /CNW/ - D2L, a global leader in learning innovation, today announced it has been named to TIME's Canada's Best Companies list for 2026, presented in collaboration with Statista. Canada's Best Companies 2026 recognizes organizations that demonstrate strong employee satisfaction while generating positive social, environmental and financial impact. D2L is committed to cultivating a workplace where people can bring their authentic selves, grow their careers and contribute to meaningful change for learners around the world. "Being named one of Canada's Best Companies by TIME and Statista is a meaningful recognition of the culture we have built. At D2L, we believe that when employees feel supported, empowered and connected to a purpose, they can do some of the best work of their lives," said Ira Stuchberry, Senior Vice President, People & Culture, and Deputy General Counsel at D2L. "This recognition reflects the dedication of our teams and our ongoing commitment to creating an environment where people can grow, contribute and thrive." TIME and Statista recognized 125 companies among Canada's Best Companies based on three primary dimensions: employee satisfaction, revenue growth and sustainability transparency. Their ranking considered survey data from approximately 37,000 verified employees at Canadian companies over the past three years, revenue growth over three years, and ESG-related indicators spanning environmental, social and governance measures. D2L recently released its 2026 Sustainability Report, which outlines its continued commitment to responsible innovation, social impact, employee wellbeing and environmental stewardship. D2L products are designed with learners in mind, helping deliver learning experiences that increase access to high-quality education and help learners achieve their goals. D2L is transforming the way the world learns, helping learners achieve more than they dreamed possible. Working closely with customers all over the world, D2L is on a mission to make learning more inspiring, engaging and human. Find out how D2L helps transform lives and delivers outstanding learning outcomes in K-12, higher education and businesses. X: @D2L (C) 2026 D2L Corporation. The D2L family of companies includes D2L Inc., D2L Corporation, D2L Ltd, D2L Australia Pty Ltd, D2L Europe Ltd, D2L Asia Pte Ltd, D2L India Pvt Ltd, D2L Brasil Soluções de Tecnologia para Educação Ltda and D2L Sistemas de Aprendizaje Innovadores, S. D2 R.L de C.V., and H5P Group AS. All D2L and H5P marks are owned by the D2L group of companies. Please visit D2L.com/trademarks for a list of D2L marks. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. SOURCE D2L D2L Media Contact: [email protected]
D2L, a global learning innovation company, concluded its 23rd annual Fusion user conference in Phoenix, Arizona. The event attracted more than 1,100 in-person attendees and over 1,000 virtual registrants, with support from more than 30 sponsors. Learning leaders from K-12, higher education and corporate organisations explored cutting-edge innovations across over 170 sessions. The conference announced new product enhancements, including D2L Lumi Remix for AI-enhanced content adaptation and D2L Lumi Learner Mode for deeper course engagement. Featured programming included a Trust by Design track addressing AI governance and cybersecurity, alongside strategic discussions on workforce learning partnerships. The conference also included a keynote by Forbes Top 20 speaker Liz Bohannon. D2L Fusion 2027 will take place from 27 to 29 July in Denver, Colorado.