Guidewire Developer

5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Apply now Guidewire Developer JOB ID: The Opportunity Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values‑driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada. If you have experience in Guidewire and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. Zurich Canada is currently looking for a Guidewire Developer to develop & customize Guidewire Applications. Reporting to the Zurich Canada's Core Platforms Delivery Lead, you will help in customizing user interfaces, workflows, and business logic using Guidewire Studio and Gosu (Guidewire’s programming language). This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters. This posting is for a new vacancy. Zurich Canada uses artificial intelligence–enabled tools to support certain aspects of the recruitment process, including the initial review and screening of applications. Artificial intelligence is not the sole basis for candidate shortlisting or selection. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by qualified hiring professionals. Zurich follows a hybrid work model requiring three days per week of in‑person presence, which may include time in the office or market‑facing engagements. What you will do Configuration, Java development, and exposure to SDLC, Java EE and Gosu. Full SDLC appreciation for iterative (Agile) development lifecycle as used in Guidewire implementations. Guidewire implementation and product configuration, including configuring and developing. Guidewire Configuration Development (expertise in GOSU, Rules Engine, Data Model, PCF, Wizards, Workflow, Activity, etc.), leveraging XML, GUnit, Jenkins, GIT / Subversion / TFS, Code Coverage and Code Scan Plugin / Tools. Assertive and inspiring leadership, bringing out the best in individuals to develop a strong configuration team that delivers quality configurations. Large‑scale project work within policy admin or claims systems, encompassing all phases of the project lifecycle from scoping and planning, requirements gathering, design, development, and testing. Support Guidewire, applying strong object‑oriented analysis and programming experience. Integration development, applying JMS / Queue development. Analysis and resolution of Guidewire or other application performance issues. Integration to complex legacy mainframe applications. Quality check program code, related objects, and documentation. Respond to production support issues. Work with business as required. Analyze programs to ensure they efficiently use computer and storage resources; recommend appropriate changes as necessary. Conduct preliminary estimates / Rough Order of Magnitude for the level of effort of new/changes to application functionality. Analyse and make recommendations for the need for system backup, security, restart / recovery, balancing & controls; recommend approaches for meeting such needs. Analyse and document the requirements and approaches to data conversion and data modelling. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree and 5 or more years of experience in the database analysis or programming area. High school diploma or equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the database analysis or programming area. Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice, including an associate degree and 6 or more years of experience in the database analysis or programming area. Additional Required Experience Experience with analysis and resolution of Guidewire or other application performance issues. Web service development experience / SOA and have worked with XML and JSON payloads. Experience working on large‑scale projects, preferably for policy admin or claims systems. At least 2 years of experience in a large business integration effort and project team through all phases of the project lifecycle. Applied Java development experience with good exposure to SDLC, Java EE and Gosu. Experience with full SDLC and appreciation for iterative (Agile) development lifecycle as used in Guidewire implementations. Hands‑on Guidewire implementation proficiency and experience in Guidewire product configuration – expertise configuring and developing several areas of ClaimCenter. Experience in Guidewire Configuration Development (expertise in GOSU, Rules Engine, Data Model, PCF, Wizards, Workflow, Activity, etc.) Experience with XML, GUnit, Jenkins, GIT / Subversion / TFS, Code Coverage and Code Scan Plugin / Tools. Expert level Guidewire / Java developer with Guidewire ClaimCenter, preferably certified on version 10 or cloud. Working experience in Agile and DevOps tools: JIRA, Git, Bamboo (SVN and Jenkins are assets). Strong integration development experience. Must have strong JMS / Queue development experience. Preferred P&C Insurance industry and domain knowledge, having worked directly with Guidewire ClaimCenter for Commercial Lines. Strong object‑oriented analysis and programming experience. Strong conflict resolution skills. Organizational and analytical skills. Leadership – assertive, sharp with ability to inspire, bring out the best in individuals and develop a strong configuration team to deliver quality configurations. Excellent communication skills. Hands‑on technical expertise specifically related to integration to complex legacy mainframe applications. Salary The salary range for this position is 78,800 - 129,000 CAD. This range reflects the expected pay for the role across Canada and may vary depending on factors such as office location, specific responsibilities, and individual qualifications. Our Culture We are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We care about our employees’ well‑being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage. We understand the importance of rest, recharge and doing the things you love. All employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year. Employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discretion. We are committed to continuous improvement and offer access to a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities. We care about our communities. We give back to our communities through talent, time and resources. We have won numerous awards for our workplace culture. About Us Zurich Canada is part of the Zurich Insurance Group, a multi‑line insurer with approximately 55,000 employees worldwide serving customers in global and local markets. Zurich Canada has been a leading insurance provider serving mid‑sized and large companies, including multinational corporations, in the Canadian commercial market for 100 years. With over 500 employees in offices across the country, Zurich offers the global strength of a top insurance provider combined with in‑depth knowledge of industries and local markets. Zurich Canada aspires to be risk management professionals’ first choice as their premier partner to help meet the risk challenges of today and tomorrow. Read more at #J-18808-Ljbffr