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Overview

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Guidewire Architect based in India.

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We are seeking a skilled Guidewire Architect to design and deliver scalable, secure, and high-performing insurance technology solutions. In this fully remote role, you will lead the technical design and implementation of Guidewire InsuranceSuite applications, including PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, and BillingCenter. You will leverage your expertise in application architecture, Gosu programming, configuration, customization, and system integration to build solutions aligned with complex business requirements. Working closely with developers, QA engineers, business analysts, and other stakeholders, you will translate functional needs into robust technical architectures. You will also provide technical guidance, establish development standards, and drive performance optimization across enterprise applications. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to large-scale Guidewire implementation and modernization initiatives within a collaborative technology environment.

Solution Architecture and Design: Design and implement end-to-end Guidewire solutions based on business and technical requirements. Develop scalable, maintainable, and reliable architectures across Guidewire applications and their associated integrations.

Guidewire Implementation and Customization: Lead technical activities throughout Guidewire implementation, configuration, customization, and upgrade projects. Work extensively with PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, and BillingCenter to deliver solutions that meet functional and operational expectations.

Technical Leadership: Provide technical direction and guidance to development teams throughout the software development lifecycle. Establish coding standards, review technical implementations, and ensure adherence to architecture guidelines and development best practices.

Application Development and Configuration: Oversee Guidewire application customization using Gosu programming, Guidewire data models, and application configuration capabilities. Ensure solutions remain scalable, maintainable, and aligned with established technical standards.

Integration Architecture: Design, develop, and maintain integrations between Guidewire applications and external enterprise systems using REST APIs, SOAP web services, messaging frameworks, and third-party technologies. Ensure reliable data exchange and seamless system connectivity.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with business analysts, developers, QA engineers, and business stakeholders to understand requirements, define technical solutions, and translate business needs into effective system designs.

Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting: Monitor application performance, identify technical bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies to improve system reliability and efficiency. Diagnose and resolve complex issues across Guidewire applications and integrated systems.

Cloud Migration and Modernization: Support Guidewire Cloud implementation and migration initiatives where applicable. Contribute to modernization efforts and ensure solutions align with cloud architecture and deployment requirements.

Technical Documentation: Prepare and maintain architecture diagrams, technical design documents, integration specifications, and deployment strategies to support implementation, maintenance, and knowledge sharing.

Security and Quality Standards: Ensure that all technical solutions follow appropriate security, scalability, performance, and maintainability standards. Promote enterprise architecture best practices and effective integration patterns.

Requirements

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3–5 years of professional experience in Guidewire development, configuration, and solution design.

Strong hands-on experience with Guidewire InsuranceSuite applications, particularly PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, and BillingCenter.

Proficiency in Gosu programming, Guidewire data models, and application configuration.

Practical experience with the Guidewire Integration Framework and enterprise application integration.

Strong understanding of REST APIs, SOAP web services, XML, JSON, and messaging technologies.

Hands-on experience with Java/J2EE technologies and enterprise application development.

Good understanding of Property and Casualty (P&C) insurance processes, business workflows, and insurance application requirements.

Experience working with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server, or PostgreSQL.

Familiarity with version control systems such as Git, Jenkins, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile development methodologies.

Experience designing scalable application architectures and translating complex business requirements into technical solutions.

Knowledge of application performance tuning, troubleshooting, security practices, and enterprise integration patterns.

Exposure to the Guidewire Cloud Platform and cloud-based implementation projects is preferred.

Experience with microservices architecture and cloud technologies such as AWS or Microsoft Azure is an advantage.

Experience supporting Guidewire upgrades, cloud migration, and deployment activities is desirable.

Guidewire Certified Professional or Guidewire Certified Associate certification is considered a plus.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve complex technical challenges.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to provide technical guidance and work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage technical priorities throughout implementation projects.

What We Offer

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Employment type: Full-time position.

Work arrangement: Fully remote opportunity, based in India.

Professional development: Opportunity to strengthen expertise in Guidewire architecture, application design, and enterprise insurance technology.

Technical leadership: Take ownership of architectural decisions and contribute to technical standards and implementation strategies.

Advanced technology exposure: Work with Guidewire InsuranceSuite, Gosu, REST APIs, SOAP services, messaging frameworks, and enterprise integration technologies.

Cloud and modernization experience: Opportunity to contribute to Guidewire Cloud initiatives, application upgrades, and cloud migration projects.

Collaborative environment: Work alongside developers, QA engineers, business analysts, and technical stakeholders.

Continuous learning: Expand knowledge of microservices, cloud platforms, application security, and modern software architecture practices.

Career growth: Build a strong professional foundation in Guidewire solution architecture, enterprise application development, and technical leadership.

Industry exposure: Contribute to technology solutions supporting Property and Casualty insurance processes.

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We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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✓Employment type: Full-time position.

✓Work arrangement: Fully remote opportunity, based in India.

✓Professional development: Opportunity to strengthen expertise in Guidewire architecture, application design, and enterprise insurance technology.

✓Technical leadership: Take ownership of architectural decisions and contribute to technical standards and implementation strategies.

✓Advanced technology exposure: Work with Guidewire InsuranceSuite, Gosu, REST APIs, SOAP services, messaging frameworks, and enterprise integration technologies.

✓Cloud and modernization experience: Opportunity to contribute to Guidewire Cloud initiatives, application upgrades, and cloud migration projects.

✓Collaborative environment: Work alongside developers, QA engineers, business analysts, and technical stakeholders.

✓Continuous learning: Expand knowledge of microservices, cloud platforms, application security, and modern software architecture practices.

✓Career growth: Build a strong professional foundation in Guidewire solution architecture, enterprise application development, and technical leadership.

✓Industry exposure: Contribute to technology solutions supporting Property and Casualty insurance processes.