Guidewire Solution Designer

About Us:

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, redefining clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our outstanding industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at

Join our dynamic team as a Guidewire Policy/Claims Solution Designer with 10+ years of experience where you will leverage your extensive experience in Guidewire and Jira to design and implement innovative solutions. With a focus on the insurance sector you will play a pivotal role in integrating Guidewire products to enhance our digital offerings. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that drive business transformation and deliver significant value to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive solutions using Guidewire products to meet business requirements and enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Guidewire ClaimCenter and other suite components.
• Utilize Jira to manage project tasks track progress and ensure timely delivery of solutions.
• Develop and maintain Guidewire tools and accelerators to streamline processes and improve system performance.
• Provide technical expertise in Guidewire Studio to customize and extend application functionalities.
• Oversee the integration of Guidewire Insurance Suite with existing systems to ensure data consistency and accuracy.
• Lead the development of digital portals using Guidewire Digital Portal to enhance user experience and engagement.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in Guidewire Work Model to optimize project outcomes and resource utilization.
• Conduct regular assessments of system performance and recommend improvements to enhance reliability and scalability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for development teams.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members to foster skill development and knowledge sharing.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and Guidewire advancements to ensure the implementation of cutting-edge solutions.
• Contribute to the company's strategic goals by delivering solutions that improve customer satisfaction and drive business growth.

Qualifications

• Possess extensive experience in Guidewire Insurance Suite Integration/ Configuration and its fundamental components.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using Guidewire PolicyCenter/ ClaimCenter and related tools for effective claims management.
• Have a strong background in Jira for project management and task tracking.
• Exhibit expertise in Guidewire Studio for application customization and extension.
• Show familiarity with Guidewire Digital Portal for developing user-friendly digital interfaces.
• Understand the Guidewire Work Model to ensure efficient project execution.
• Hold a bachelor's degree in computer science information technology or a related field.

Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in Canada without requiring employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Working arrangements:

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring 3 days a week in a client office in Toronto, ON. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs.

Note: The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.