Technical Lead – Guidewire ClaimCenter (Java / Cloud)
United States (Remote)
About Cognizant
Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses.
Role Overview
Cognizant is seeking an experienced Technical Lead / Senior Developer with strong expertise in Guidewire ClaimCenter, Java Spring/Spring Boot, and cloud platforms to support U.S.-based insurance clients. This is a full-time, remote position supporting distributed delivery teams across the United States.
Responsibilities
Lead estimation, solution design, and technical planning for Guidewire ClaimCenter and digital implementations.
Create detailed technical design and specification documents for Guidewire ClaimCenter, Spring Boot, APIs, web services, and digital solutions.
Develop efficient, high-quality, and scalable code aligned with product and delivery standards.
Conduct peer code reviews and testing reviews; log and track defects using approved tools.
Support defect analysis and resolution in collaboration with senior specialists and QA teams.
Define GUnit testing strategies and support QA during system and integration testing.
Participate in deployment activities including deliverable reviews, deployment documentation, and mock testing.
Develop reusable components and maintain knowledge transfer (KT) documentation for customers.
Provide estimation inputs, impact analysis, and accurate reporting of time, effort, and status.
Mentor junior team members and conduct Guidewire technical training sessions.
Participate in technical interviews for Guidewire Technical Lead and Architect roles.
Qualifications
8–10 years of overall enterprise application development experience.
5–6 years of hands-on experience with Guidewire ClaimCenter.
Mandatory active Guidewire ClaimCenter Certification (Associate level or higher).
Strong experience with Java, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.
Hands-on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
Solid understanding of REST APIs, web services, and integration patterns.
Ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed U.S. delivery model.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with insurance digital portals and Guidewire Edge/API services.
Additional Guidewire, AWS, or Azure certifications.
Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery environments.
Compensation
The annual base salary range for this role is $120,000 – $155,000 USD. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and a comprehensive benefits package. Compensation may vary based on geographic location, skills, experience, and internal equity.
Work Authorization
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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.
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