McKesson

Sr. Full Stack Liferay Developer

McKesson • $99K — $132K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of hands-on experience developing enterprise web applications.
  • Strong hands-on experience with Liferay DXP.
  • Proficient in Java, Spring, REST services, and enterprise application development.
  • Experience with Liferay OSGi modules, custom portlets, and client extensions.
  • Full-stack development proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript with frameworks like React or Angular.
  • Skilled in API design and integration of enterprise applications.
  • Familiarity with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL.

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement customer portal solutions using Liferay DXP.
  • Develop full-stack features across UI, backend services, and APIs.
  • Maintain Liferay modules, reusable components, and customer engagement features.
  • Create responsive and accessible user experiences leveraging modern front-end technologies.
  • Collaborate with teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
  • Participate in tech design reviews, planning, testing, and deployment activities.
  • Produce and maintain documentation for technical specifications and operations.

Benefits

  • Employees required to work in the office two days per week in Ville Saint-Laurent, Quebec or Mississauga, Ontario.
  • Competitive compensation package determined by performance, experience, and market evaluations.
  • Potential for annual bonuses and long-term incentive opportunities.
Full Job Description
McKesson Canada is seeking an experienced Sr. Full Stack Liferay Developer to join the B2B Customer Portal team. This role will support the design, development, implementation, enhancement, and operational support of secure, reliable, and scalable customer-facing portal solutions.

The successful candidate will work closely with Business Analysts, Product Owners, Architects, QA teams, UX designers, internal technology teams, business stakeholders, and external partners to deliver high-quality digital experiences using Liferay and modern full-stack technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Delivery and Solution Development
  • Design, develop, configure, test, and implement customer portal solutions using Liferay DXP.
  • Develop full-stack capabilities across user interfaces, backend services, APIs, integrations, and data layers.
  • Build and maintain Liferay modules, reusable components, portlets, workflows, themes, and content capabilities.
  • Develop responsive, accessible, and user-friendly experiences using modern front-end technologies.
  • Collaborate with business and technical teams to translate requirements into technical designs and working solutions.
  • Participate in technical design reviews, estimation, development planning, testing, deployment, and go-live activities.
  • Create and maintain technical specifications, interface documentation, deployment notes, and operational handoff materials.

Integration, Security and Platform Development
  • Develop and maintain secure REST APIs and integrations with enterprise applications, identity services, and external platforms.
  • Support authentication and authorization capabilities, including SSO, MFA, OAuth, and role-based access.
  • Contribute to platform upgrades, modernization, performance improvements, scalability, and technical debt reduction.
  • Apply secure coding, privacy, accessibility, and enterprise architecture standards throughout solution delivery.

Operational Support and Continuous Improvement
  • Provide Level 2 and Level 3 support for production Customer Portal issues.
  • Investigate and resolve application defects, integration failures, performance issues, and customer-reported problems.
  • Perform root cause analysis and implement sustainable corrective actions to improve stability and reduce recurring issues.
  • Support monitoring, incident management, problem management, change management, and release activities as required.
  • Contribute to development standards, code reviews, automated testing, documentation, and knowledge sharing across the team.
  • Use approved AI-assisted tools responsibly to improve development, testing, documentation, and troubleshooting activities.

Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience developing and supporting enterprise web applications.
  • Strong hands-on experience developing solutions using Liferay DXP.
  • Strong experience with Java, Spring, REST services, and enterprise application development.
  • Experience developing Liferay OSGi modules, custom portlets, services, workflows, themes, or client extensions.
  • Full-stack development experience using JavaScript or TypeScript and a modern framework such as React or Angular.
  • Experience designing and consuming APIs and integrating enterprise applications.
  • Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server, or MySQL.
  • Experience with source control, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
  • Experience troubleshooting production issues and working through the full software development lifecycle.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, documentation, collaboration, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Liferay DXP certification or equivalent practical experience.
  • Experience supporting B2B customer portals, eCommerce, order management, healthcare distribution, wholesale, or supply chain environments.
  • Experience with Azure, containers, cloud-native development patterns, and application observability.
  • Experience with SSO, MFA, Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, OAuth, or related identity and access technologies.
  • Experience with accessibility, performance optimization, secure coding, and high-availability applications.
  • Familiarity with Agile, Scrum, DevOps, and product-oriented delivery practices.
  • Preferred experience with or knowledge of AI technologies, including generative AI, large language models, machine learning concepts, and AI-assisted software development tools.
  • Experience using approved AI tools to support coding, testing, documentation, code review, or issue analysis is an asset.
  • Familiarity with AI integration concepts such as prompt design, APIs, retrieval-augmented generation, embeddings, vector search, or AI agents is an asset.
  • Understanding of responsible AI practices, including privacy, security, governance, human review, and protection of sensitive information.


For McKesson Canada: Employees are required to be in the office two (2) days per week, either in Ville Saint-Laurent, Quebec or Mississauga, Ontario.

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, please click here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$99,100 - $132,100

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:

McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.

McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

About McKesson

McKesson Corporation provides medicines, pharmaceutical supplies, information and care management products and services across the healthcare industry. The Company operates in two segments. The McKesson Distribution Solutions segment delivers ethical drugs, medical-surgical supplies and equipment and health and beauty care products throughout North America. This segment also provides specialty pharmaceutical solutions for biotech and pharmaceutical manufacturers, sells financial, operational and clinical solutions for pharmacies (retail, hospital, long-term care) and provides consulting, outsourcing and other services. The McKesson Technology Solutions segment delivers enterprise-wide clinical, patient care, financial, supply chain, strategic management and software solutions. In July 2011, the Company acquired Portico Systems from Safeguard Scientifics, Inc. On March 25, 2012, it acquired the independent banner and franchise businesses of Katz Group Canada Inc. McKesson Distribution Solutions delivers pharmaceuticals to retail pharmacies and institutional providers like hospitals and health systems. They operate pharmaceutical distribution centers across the country, serving customers in all 50 states. They also deliver a comprehensive offering of health care products, technology, equipment and related services to the alternate site market, including physician offices, surgery centers, long-term care facilities and home care businesses across the country. McKesson is currently the largest pharmaceutical distributor in North America. McKesson also operates McKesson Canada and has an equity holding in Nadro, a leading distributor in Mexico.

McKesson Careers

Join McKesson, a leading global healthcare company, and be part of a team that is redefining the future of healthcare. With a variety of job opportunities available, McKesson is the perfect place to advance your career, whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out. Work You’ll Do At McKesson, we are committed to improving care in every setting—one product, one partner, one patient at a time. We’re seeking talented professionals to join our team and contribute to a culture of innovation, diversity, and leadership. Our employees are driven by a deep sense of purpose and a desire for continuous growth and improvement. Empower Your Future in Healthcare With positions ranging from internships to leadership roles, McKesson offers unparalleled employment opportunities to develop your skills and advance your career. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that all team members have the opportunity to thrive. Join a team where your skills will be honed, your professional growth will be supported, and where you can genuinely see the difference you make in the lives of patients around the world. Innovative Work Environment McKesson is at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Our team is constantly exploring new ways to improve patient outcomes and streamline care processes. This commitment to innovation is what sets us apart and what makes McKesson an exciting place to work. Career Development and Benefits McKesson believes in nurturing the potential of its employees through robust career development programs and comprehensive benefits designed to support your life and well-being. From leadership training to health and wellness benefits, we ensure our team members are equipped to meet their professional and personal goals. Explore Job Opportunities Whether you’re looking for an internship to kickstart your career, or a senior position to utilize your extensive experience, McKesson offers a range of opportunities. Explore our open positions and find where you can make a difference at McKesson. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players who are ready to take the next step in their careers. Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. Networking and Professional Growth At McKesson, networking and professional growth are part of our everyday environment. We encourage our employees to connect, share, and learn from each other to foster personal and professional development. Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await you at McKesson. Join McKesson today and be part of a team that is dedicated to shaping the future of healthcare.
Learn more about McKesson
Size
58,000 employees
Market Cap
$53.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
-$4.1 billion
Founded
1833
5 Year Trend
+5.9%
Revenue
$237.6 billion
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