Design, build and maintain the end-to-end modernization roadmap, describing the evolution from legacy on-premises mainframe environments to a unified Guidewire Cloud future state.
Partner with business leaders to translate complex commercial insurance requirements (e.g., multi-location policies, diverse risk assessments) into scalable platform configurations.
Act as a trusted advisor to key stakeholders, aligning technical modernization milestones with broader business value and organizational agility.
Establish and enforce standards for Gosu scripting, APD design, JDP UI/UX and the Guidewire data model to minimize technical debt and ensure "evergreen" compatibility.
Oversee the design of robust integration layers using REST /Cloud APIs and messaging frameworks to connect Guidewire with third-party data services (e.g., LexisNexis, Verisk) and internal core systems, like Salesforce (CRM), Earnix (Rating) etc.
Provide hands-on guidance to development teams, conducting critical code reviews, as needed and leading troubleshooting efforts for complex system issues.
Lead the technical strategy for migrating on-premises legacy mainframe policy admin system to the Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP).
Establish CI/CD pipelines, automated testing strategies, and observability frameworks tailored for cloud-native Guidewire deployments.
Optimize cloud-native implementations for high-speed, transaction-heavy commercial operations, ensuring security and regulatory compliance.
Design and implement "Agentic AI" pilots, such as the Underwriting Assistant, to automate manual triage and data enrichment.

Requirements

Minimum seven years experience in designing and implementing solutions, including cloud-native, microservices, and event-driven architectures required.
Seven + years of IT experience, with at least 7+ years specifically in Guidewire architecture across the full InsuranceSuite.
Minimum 3-5 years of hands-on experience with Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP), including tools like Cloud Console and Advanced Product Designer (APD) and JDP.
Hands-on experience on migrating custom and/or GW policy admins from on-prem to GW Cloud.
Deep understanding of Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance, with a specific focus on US bureau commercial lines, circular updates, and regulatory filings. (ISO CPP, Work Comp, Commercial Auto and Umbrella).
Expert-level proficiency in Gosu, Java, REST/SOAP APIs, SQL, and modern cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure).
Proven track record in Agile/Scrum environments, managing CI/CD tools.
Knowledge of integrating Guidewire with modern AI/ML platforms (e.g., AWS SageMaker).

Benefits

Bonus Opportunity (based on Company and Individual Performance)
401(k)
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

GosuJavaREST APIsSOAP APIsSQLGuidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP)Cloud ConsoleAdvanced Product Designer (APD)CI/CDAgile

Soft Skills

stakeholder managementtechnical advisorytroubleshootingcode revieworganizational agilitycommunication