Guidewire is at the forefront of innovating the centuries-old insurance sector. Our advanced data capabilities have set us apart, making us the go-to for insightful, data-driven decision-making in pricing, portfolio management, underwriting, claims management, and risk transfer. We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer (Java) who is visionary, driven, and prepared to make a significant impact in transforming the insurance landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
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Advanced Design & Development: Lead the creation and evolution of cloud-based microservices, emphasizing innovation, scalability, and reliability.
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CI/CD Leadership: Architect and enhance Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment pipelines, advocating for best practices and cutting-edge tools.
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Strategic Data Management: Oversee and optimize data pipelines and infrastructure to ensure the highest quality, timeliness, and accuracy in data delivery. Spearhead initiatives for performance improvement, strategic development, and deployment.
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Technical Mentorship: Conduct thorough code reviews and establish advanced coding standards. Mentor team members, fostering an environment of learning and technical excellence.
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Thought Leadership: Drive technical strategy sessions and innovation workshops. Collaborate across teams to push boundaries and promote a culture of excellence and continuous growth.
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Process Innovation: Define, implement, and refine the release process, ensuring seamless and efficient delivery of high-quality software.
Qualifications:
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Experience: A minimum of 10 to 12 years in developing sophisticated, data-centric applications with a proven track record of leading technical strategy and delivering complex software solutions.
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Technical Expertise: Mastery in Java with a comprehensive understanding of object-oriented design patterns. Proficient in Core Java, Spring/Spring Boot, and extensive knowledge of database systems, especially Oracle and PostgreSQL. Hands-on coding > 50% of the time.
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Cloud & Automation Proficiency: Extensive experience in managing AWS services (notably EC2, S3), adept at Linux and Shell scripting, with a strong focus on automating and optimizing complex processes. Comfortable working with Kubernetes, Docker and Terraform.
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Microservices & Version Control: Demonstrated experience in architecting MicroService-based solutions and proficiency in version control tools such as Git and Bitbucket.
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Preferred: Knowledge or experience in the property and casualty insurance sector, or a related insurance domain, is highly valued but not mandatory. We welcome professionals from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an environment of learning and growth. If you are passionate about technology, eager to tackle complex problems, and open to immersing yourself in the insurance industry, your unique perspective and skills are what we are looking for. We believe in the power of diverse experiences to drive innovation and are dedicated to providing comprehensive support and resources for your continuous professional development in this domain.
Thank you for joining us today. As a growing enterprise-level SaaS-based product company, we are proud to be publicly listed on Nasdaq. Our journey of cloud transformation is an exciting and dynamic one, and we are looking for passionate professionals to join us immediately. If you are ready to be a part of this innovative and transformative journey, we invite you to explore the opportunities with us. Together, we can shape the future of cloud technology.
About Guidewire
Guidewire is the platform P&C insurers trust to engage, innovate, and grow efficiently. We combine digital, core, analytics, and AI to deliver our platform as a cloud service. More than 540+ insurers in 40 countries, from new ventures to the largest and most complex in the world, run on Guidewire.
As a partner to our customers, we continually evolve to enable their success. We are proud of our unparalleled implementation track record with 1600+ successful projects, supported by the largest R&D team and partner ecosystem in the industry. Our Marketplace provides hundreds of applications that accelerate integration, localization, and innovation.
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