Guidewire Architect

Role & responsibilities

• Job Title: Guidewire Technical Architect
• Core Domains: Guidewire ClaimCenter (CC), PolicyCenter (PC), and BillingCenter (BC)
• Deployment Environments: On-Premises and Guidewire Cloud

Key Responsibilities

• Architecture & Design: Design end-to-end solutions across ClaimCenter, PolicyCenter, and BillingCenter. Ensure alignment with Guidewire best practices for both cloud and on-premises environments.
• Integration Expertise: Lead complex integration designs using Guidewire Cloud APIs, REST/SOAP endpoints, messaging, and plugin frameworks.
• Data Mapping: Oversee and execute detailed Guidewire field-wise mapping for data migration, third-party system integrations, and reporting.
• Cloud Migration & Operations: Guide the transition of on-premises Guidewire instances to Guidewire Cloud. Manage cloud configuration, performance tuning, and upgrade paths.
• Technical Leadership: Mentor development teams, review code and technical designs, and enforce coding and architecture standards.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with business analysts, product owners, and client stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical specifications.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 12+ years in IT with at least 8+ years focused on Guidewire implementation and architecture.
• Product Knowledge: Deep, hands-on knowledge of Guidewire ClaimCenter, PolicyCenter, and BillingCenter.
• Platform Experience: Proven track record with both on-premises setups and Guidewire Cloud deployments.
• Integration & Mapping: Extensive experience designing integrations, edge applications, and precise field-wise data mapping.
• Technical Stack: Proficiency in Gosu, Java, XML, GUnit, REST/SOAP web services, and database querying.
• Certifications: Guidewire Certified Integration Specialist or Guidewire Certified Professional Architect preferred.