Hybrid Guidewire Developer

at Kansas Builders Insurance Group

• Job title: Guidewire Developer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: Guidewire, SOAP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Atlanta, United States

About the role

• Guidewire Developer designing and developing Guidewire applications for Builders Insurance. Collaborating with teams to build solutions and maintain high-quality standards in the digital platform.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance Guidewire X Centers, digital applications and integrations, including customer-facing portals, APIs and webservices to deliver high-quality solutions.
• Implement seamless integrations with third-party systems using Guidewire APIs, representational state transfer (REST), and simple object access protocol (SOAP) services ensuring efficient data flow and system interoperability.
• Develop and maintain Gosu scripts, templates, rules, and workflows to optimize digital application functionality and performance.
• Collaborate with business analysts and architects to translate business requirements into effective technical solutions that meet stakeholder needs.
• Perform unit testing, conduct code reviews, and support quality assurance (QA) teams in integration and system testing to ensure the reliability and performance of solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application and integration issues, providing timely solutions to minimize disruptions and maintain system stability.
• Maintain comprehensive technical documentation of development processes, configurations, and integrations ensuring clarity and knowledge sharing.
• Contribute to the ongoing improvement of development standards, code quality, and platform performance, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two or more years of progressive IT experience, including hands-on development in Guidewire platforms
• Experience developing Guidewire X Centers, digital, or portal applications, and Integrations
• Knowledge of Gosu, Guidewire Studio, templates, rules, and workflows
• Experience integrating Guidewire applications with third-party systems via APIs, REST, SOAP, or web services
• Proficient in Guidewire Digital tools and frameworks including X Centers, Customer/Agent Portals, with a strong understanding of their functionalities and applications
• Knowledgeable of software development best practices, version control, and testing methodologies with the ability to ensure high-quality and efficient project delivery
• Skill in problem-solving and troubleshooting, with a focus on identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions
• Skill in verbal and written communication with the ability to clearly convey complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Skill in organizational and time management with a keen attention-to-detail, demonstrating flexibility and initiative
• Skill in interpersonal interactions with the ability to resolve conflicts, build relationships, and foster collaboration across diverse teams in fast-paced and dynamic environments
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and relevant function-specific software applications

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Bonus Structure
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Short Term Disability
• Employer Paid Long Term Disability
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• 401K with Company Match
• PTO