Guidewire Cloud Software Engineer I - On-site or Hybrid Opportunity

The Mutual GroupWest Des Moines, IA, US

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As a Guidewire Cloud Software Engineer I, you will be responsible for the development, migration, optimization, and scaling of the Guidewire insurance software platform within cloud environments. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement Guidewire Cloud solutions for PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, and BillingCenter. Your responsibilities will include designing and developing Guidewire configurations, customizations, and API integrations, as well as driving end-to-end cloud migration strategies for the Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP).

In this role, you will also ensure system performance, scalability, and compliance with industry standards in the Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance sector.

Success in this position requires deep hands-on experience, strategic thinking, and technical excellence. You will work closely with solution architects, IT delivery teams, and business stakeholders, demonstrating a high level of ownership, precision, agility, and dedication.

Accountabilities :

Lead end-to-end cloud migration efforts for Guidewire applications, focusing on GWCP best practices
Design and implement robust solutions using Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP), AWS, Azure, or hybrid cloud models
Ensure cloud environments meet enterprise standards for security, compliance, and resilience
Optimize Guidewire cloud implementations for high-speed, transaction-heavy operations
Perform advanced analysis, design, development, configuration, and testing for Guidewire platform solutions in a cloud-native context
Execute system configuration and development using GWCP tools, customizing UI, business rules, workflows, and data models
Integrate Guidewire applications with third-party APIs, payment gateways, rating engines, and databases
Analyze requirements, define scalable technical solutions, and recommend process improvements for GWCP delivery
Provide technical guidance to development teams on GWCP tools, accelerators, CI / CD pipelines, and deployment strategies
Ensure continuous delivery of Guidewire releases aligned with enterprise timelines
Stay current with Guidewire Cloud Platform innovations and share knowledge across teams

Qualifications :

Bachelor's degree in computer science, Management Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience

Relevant certifications (e.g., Guidewire Cloud Certified Specialist / Professional / ACE) are a plus

10+ years of experience in Information Technology

5+ years development experience in Guidewire InsuranceSuite V10, especially PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter

3+ years hands-on experience with Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP) implementations and cloud modernization initiatives

Strong experience with :

Cloud technologies (e.g., AWS, Azure)

Gosu configuration and coding using Guidewire tools and accelerators

Batch processing and plugin customization

Java

API development (REST / JSON)

SQL and data integration

Agile development (Git, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Jira)

Expertise in Guidewire integrations and messaging frameworks

Proven skills in performance tuning and optimization in cloud environments

Prior experience in Property & Casualty Insurance across personal and commercial lines is strongly preferred

Benefits :

We are proud to offer a robust benefits suite that includes :

Competitive base salary plus incentive plans for eligible team members

401(K) retirement plan that includes a company match of up to 6% of your eligible salary

Free basic life and AD&D, long-term disability and short-term disability insurance

Medical, dental and vision plans to meet your unique healthcare needs

Wellness incentives

Generous time off program that includes personal, holiday and volunteer paid time off

Flexible work schedules and hybrid / remote options for eligible positions

Educational assistance

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Cloud Software Engineer • West Des Moines, IA, US