Guidewire Technical Lead

Title: Guidewire Technical Lead

Location: Hartford, CT or Hunt Valley, MD (Hybrid - 3 days in office)

Start Date: 11/17/2025

Duration: 13 Months

Work Hours: 40.00 Hrs/Wk

Role Summary

As a Software Development Lead, you will serve as a subject matter expert responsible for developing and configuring software systems throughout the product lifecycle. You will lead the design and implementation of innovative Guidewire solutions while managing team decisions and stakeholder expectations. This role requires a blend of high-level technical architecture and hands-on mentorship to ensure project goals are met within a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of innovative software solutions that meet client needs.
• Facilitate team meetings to encourage collaboration and ensure alignment on project goals.
• Mentor team members to enhance their skills and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Analyze project requirements and translate them into technical specifications for the development team.
• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to improve system performance and user experience.
• Responsible for team decisions, managing stakeholders, and contributing to key decisions.

Required Skills

• Guidewire PolicyCenter: Expert proficiency (8+ years total experience preferred).
• Guidewire Integration: Advanced proficiency.
• Guidewire Advanced Product Designer (APD): Expert proficiency recommended.
• Technical Leadership: 2–3 years of experience in a lead capacity.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Java
• Design Innovation
• Technical Architecture

Candidate Traits

• Collaborative leader capable of encouraging team alignment.
• Strong mentor with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Expert subject matter expert with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead the design, implementation, and integration of Guidewire PolicyCenter solutions.
• Translate complex project requirements into clear technical specifications for development teams.
• Mentor junior developers and facilitate collaborative team meetings.
• Evaluate new technologies to optimize system performance and user experience.
• Manage stakeholder communication regarding technical decisions and project milestones.