Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Guidewire PolicyCenter and Integration Developer to join our growing team of Insurance Technology professionals. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing PolicyCenter configurations and integrations that align with business and technical requirements across Guidewire implementations.
This role requires deep knowledge of Guidewire PolicyCenter, strong Java and GOSU programming skills, and hands-on experience integrating Guidewire with external systems such as rating engines, document management systems, or financial/payment gateways.
Key Responsibilities:
PolicyCenter Configuration & Development:
- Configure and extend Guidewire PolicyCenter modules including Policy Submission, Quoting, Issuance, Renewals, and Cancellations.
- Customize screens, field validations, product models, coverage terms, and rules using GOSU scripting.
- Create and maintain PCF (Page Configuration Format) files and UI components.
Integration Development:
- Design and develop Web Services (SOAP/REST) for inbound and outbound integration with third-party systems.
- Implement Messaging architecture for asynchronous communication (e.g., JMS, plugins).
- Utilize Guidewire Integration APIs and best practices for data mapping and transformation.
Technical Delivery:
- Work closely with Business Analysts, QA, Architects, and client SMEs to interpret functional requirements into technical design.
- Conduct unit testing and support SIT/UAT phases with quick defect resolution.
- Participate in code reviews, optimization, and performance tuning.
Documentation & Collaboration:
- Develop technical design documents, integration specs, and deployment guides.
- Ensure reusable components and best coding practices are followed.
- Collaborate with offshore and onshore teams in an Agile/Scrum environment.
Required Qualifications:
- 3–6 years of experience in Guidewire PolicyCenter development (v9 or above).
- Strong hands-on experience in GOSU, Java, and Guidewire Configuration & Integration frameworks.
- Proven experience with PolicyCenter Data Model, Business Rules, and Product Model configuration.
- Expertise in developing custom SOAP/REST APIs, WSDLs, XSDs, and XML/JSON payload transformations.
- Experience working with Guidewire Messaging, Integration Plugins, and Batch Processes.
- Understanding of insurance domain concepts – Personal or Commercial Lines is a plus.
- Strong debugging, problem-solving, and performance-tuning skills.
- Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Git-based version control.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Guidewire Certification: PolicyCenter Configuration or Integration Specialist.
- Prior experience in Agile environments using JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket.
- Experience integrating Guidewire with platforms such as Duck Creek, Salesforce, MuleSoft, AWS Services, or internal carrier systems.
- Familiarity with Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP) is a plus.
- Insurance domain knowledge or experience with NA carriers (e.g., Definity, Gore, Bamboo, etc.).
Soft Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a client-facing role.
- Collaborative mindset with strong attention to detail.
- Comfortable working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.
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