What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead- guidewire position at NextGenPros Inc?
Position : Guidewire Developer
Location : San Antonio TX
Type of Hire : Contract
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Guidewire PolicyCenter Lead Developer with 8 years of experience in Guidewire implementation, configuration, integration, and support. The ideal candidate will lead development activities, provide technical guidance to the team, collaborate with business stakeholders, and deliver high-quality insurance solutions using Guidewire PolicyCenter.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead Guidewire PolicyCenter development and enhancement activities.
* Analyze business requirements and provide technical design solutions.
* Configure and customize PolicyCenter using Gosu, PCF, Data Model, Rules, Workflows, and Product Model.
* Design and develop integrations with internal and external systems using REST/SOAP web services, messaging, and batch processes.
* Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to Guidewire best practices.
* Support release planning, deployment activities, and production issue resolution.
* Collaborate with Business Analysts, Architects, QA teams, and stakeholders.
* Mentor junior developers and provide technical leadership.
* Participate in estimation, sprint planning, and Agile ceremonies.
* Troubleshoot complex technical issues and recommend solutions.
Required Skills
Guidewire
* 8 years of Guidewire development experience.
* Strong experience in Guidewire PolicyCenter.
* Hands-on experience with:
* Gosu Programming
* PCF Configuration
* Rules Engine
* Product Model
* Data Model Extensions
* Batch Processes
* Workflows
* Underwriting Rules
* Rating Configuration
* Integration Framework
Technical Skills
* Java/J2EE fundamentals.
* REST and SOAP Web Services.
* XML, JSON, XSD.
* SQL and relational databases (Oracle/SQL Server).
* Git, Bitbucket, SVN, or similar version control tools.
* CI/CD tools such as Jenkins.
* Experience with cloud environments is a plus.
Leadership Skills
* Ability to lead a development team.
* Conduct design reviews and code reviews.
* Coordinate with onsite/offshore teams.
* Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Guidewire PolicyCenter Certified Professional/Developer.
* Experience with InsuranceSuite upgrades and cloud implementations.
* Experience in Personal Lines or Commercial Lines Insurance.
* Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies.