Guidewire Software Engineer
Nexus IT Group - Des Moines, IA
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This position leads the modernization and cloud transformation of enterprise insurance platforms, with a strong focus on Guidewire-based solutions. The individual will design, build, and optimize cloud-native environments that support high-volume, transaction-intensive operations while meeting strict security and compliance standards.Key Responsibilities Own large-scale cloud migration initiatives for Guidewire applications, following established industry and platform best practices Architect and deploy scalable solutions across public cloud or hybrid environments Ensure cloud infrastructure aligns with organizational requirements for security, resiliency, and regulatory compliance Tune Guidewire implementations to support high-performance, mission-critical workloads Lead technical design, configuration, development, and testing efforts in cloud-first environments Customize user interfaces, workflows, business logic, and data structures using Guidewire tools Build and maintain integrations with external systems such as APIs, payment platforms, rating engines, and databases Translate business needs into technical solutions that improve delivery efficiency and system scalability Mentor engineering teams on deployment pipelines, automation tools, and modern delivery practices Support consistent release cycles that align with enterprise schedules Keep up with new Guidewire cloud capabilities and promote knowledge sharing across teams Required Background Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline or equivalent professional experience Industry-recognized Guidewire certifications are a plus 10+ years of overall IT experience 5+ years working with Guidewire InsuranceSuite (particularly PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter) 3+ years delivering Guidewire solutions in cloud environments Strong experience with: Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar) Gosu development and Guidewire configuration tools Batch processing and custom plugins Java-based development RESTful APIs and JSON services SQL and enterprise data integration Agile delivery tools (Git, CI/CD, Jira, etc.) Deep knowledge of Guidewire integration and messaging frameworks Proven ability to optimize performance in cloud-hosted systems Background in Property & Casualty insurance (personal and commercial lines) preferred
Created: 2026-03-10