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GuideWire Developer

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Job Summary

Serve as a product architect within an insurance solutions group shaping scalable cloud enabled implementations of core insurance platforms using the Guidewire Insurance Suite Gosu and PCF. Enable robust integration patterns through GW Cloud Integration Framework and accelerators that improve reliability reduce operational risk and support continuous digital innovation for global insurance clients.


Responsibilities

  • Design end to end product architectures for Guidewire Insurance Suite solutions that align with business goals technical constraints and long term scalability needs
  • Define target reference architectures leveraging GW Cloud Integration Framework to enable secure resilient and reusable integration patterns across enterprise systems
  • Develop detailed solution designs for core policy billing and claims capabilities using Guidewire Insurance Suite fundamentals with a strong focus on maintainability and performance
  • Create component interaction models using PCF to ensure consistent user experiences and intuitive workflows across digital insurance portals and internal applications
  • Author and review Gosu based logic designs that support complex rating rules underwriting validations and claims processing flows while maintaining code clarity
  • Guide teams in selecting and implementing appropriate Guidewire tools and accelerators to speed delivery improve quality and reduce custom development effort
  • Review integration specifications for Guidewire Insurance Suite Integration to ensure accurate data mapping error handling strategies and alignment with cloud integration best practices
  • Collaborate with product owners and business stakeholders to translate requirements into clear architectural blueprints that balance functionality cost and operational risk
  • Establish coding patterns and configuration standards for Guidewire assets so that multiple delivery teams can work in a consistent and predictable manner
  • Perform impact analysis for new features and change requests highlighting architectural risks and proposing mitigation strategies that protect system stability
  • Oversee non functional design aspects including performance security observability and reliability so that solutions meet enterprise expectations in day shift operations
  • Partner with hybrid work teams across locations to support design reviews resolve complex technical issues and ensure that delivery outcomes meet architectural intent
  • Document architecture decisions integration contracts and design rationales so that future teams can maintain and extend cloud based Guidewire solutions efficiently


Qualifications

  • Possess extensive experience of ten to fourteen years in designing and implementing enterprise scale solutions using Guidewire Insurance Suite fundamentals across policy billing or claims domains
  • Demonstrate advanced hands on expertise with GW Cloud Integration Framework including patterns for event driven integration batch interfaces and real time service orchestration
  • Exhibit strong proficiency with Guidewire Insurance Suite Integration using web services messaging and middleware platforms in order to connect core systems with partner ecosystems
  • Show practical experience using Guidewire tools and accelerators to configure extend and upgrade applications while maintaining alignment with product best practices
  • Apply deep knowledge of PCF to design maintainable user interface components reusable layouts and accessibility aware customer and operations user journeys
  • Utilize Gosu programming experience to implement robust business rules data validation logic and transaction processing flows that remain easy to test and evolve
  • Bring familiarity with cloud native design principles such as fault tolerance scalability and observability to ensure that Guidewire deployments operate reliably in modern hosting environments
  • Communicate architectural concepts clearly in hybrid working models supporting collaboration with distributed engineering testing and operations teams in a day shift context
  • Leverage experience in insurance industry processes and terminology to design solutions that improve efficiency enhance customer experiences and support responsible innovation


Certifications Required

Guidewire Certified Specialist in PolicyCenter or ClaimCenter and any recognized cloud architect certification such as a major provider associate level

What we offer

  • The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
  • Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
  • The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
  • Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
  • True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.  

About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.

Your path to Cognizant

Wondering what to expect after you apply? Here’s a peek at our recruitment process—and keep in mind that not all candidates advance through every step and the process may vary depending on your role and location.

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Step 1: Application

Find an open role that aligns with your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Consider joining our Talent Community if you don’t find the right opportunity.

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Step 2: Recruiter call

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short introductory call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills align with the role.

Step 3: Interview(s)

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll meet with one of our hiring managers. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

Step 4: Final decision

Our hiring team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This process may take some time because we want to get it right—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our teams achieve incredible things when they feel fully supported. That’s why our benefits program is built around the diverse needs of our people—so they can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation is competitive and reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, discount programs, etc.

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Physical and mental wellbeing

Physical and mental wellbeing

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

Your Career, Your Way
Your career, your way

Your career, your way

With 90% of our associates building skills through GenAI training, job shadowing, industry certifications and more, you have everything you need to build a full career.

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Real-world impact

Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

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