OpenText Dialogue (Exstream) Developer

We are seeking a OpenText Dialogue (Exstream) Developer to support high-volume document creation and composition initiatives for regulated customer communications. OpenText is the vendor platform; Dialogue (Exstream) is the actual product used day-to-day.

This is a hands-on development role focused primarily on template-driven document composition. The developer will work on building and enhancing two different types of statements and ensuring composed outputs are reliably delivered to downstream systems.

This is a 12-month contract role based in Columbus, Ohio.

While 7+ years of relevant experience is preferred, candidates with 5+ years may be considered if they demonstrate strong depth and hands-on expertise during interviews.

Workload & Outputs

Workload: High-volume batch composition

Outputs: PDF and AFP

Additional Skills & Qualifications

7+ years hands-on professional experience with OpenText Dialogue (Exstream)

Strong background in batch document composition for regulated, high-volume environments

Proven delivery of PDF and AFP outputs in enterprise print/mail workflows

Top Skills’ Details

Exstream Batch Composition & Template Development

Hands-on development and enhancement of Dialogue (Exstream) templates

Focus on template-driven design using modular and reusable components

Develop and maintain two distinct statement types

Implement layout architecture including page sets, conditional regions, dynamic tables, keep/float rules, overflow handling, and deterministic pagination

Apply complex business rules such as suppression logic, eligibility criteria, jurisdiction/state variations, and effective-dating of disclosures

PDF & AFP Output Integration

Produce high-fidelity PDF outputs with consistent rendering across environments

Support AFP outputs used in print and CCM streams

Integrate composed outputs into downstream applications and delivery channels

Ensure channel parity between PDF and AFP with controlled, well-documented exceptions

Data Integration & Batch Stability

Define and work with hierarchical data structures and repeat groups used for composition

Implement robust data mapping with clear handling of nulls, defaults, formatting, and special characters

Apply pre-compose validation checks to prevent silent compliance defects

Design batch jobs for predictable throughput, restartability, and operational recovery

Performance, Scalability & Quality

Tune batch performance by addressing layout complexity, conditional logic hotspots, image usage, and resource loading

Manage memory footprint and batch sizing for long-running jobs

Build and maintain golden-sample regression test suites for PDF and AFP outputs

Execute edge-case testing (overflow scenarios, long strings, missing data, boundary conditions)

Operations, Monitoring & Observability

Support hosting of Exstream and related workloads on AWS

Integrate with upstream and downstream systems for batch handoffs

Use CloudWatch and Splunk for application logging and monitoring

Demonstrate working knowledge of observability concepts including logs, metrics, and failure visibility

Contribute to operational runbooks and production support practices

Release, Governance & Compliance

Follow version control and promotion discipline for templates, rules, and resources

Perform change impact analysis and support rollback readiness

Enforce strong PII handling, masking, and secure data practices aligned with policy

Secondary Skills – Nice to Have

Data mapping software

Batch processing

Performance tuning

Observability

PII

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 22, 2026.

About TEKsystems

We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We’re a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We’re a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We’re strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We’re building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.