Title : Software Development Senior Specialist
Location : Worcester, MA (Hybrid Onsite)
Day to Day job Duties : (what this person will do on a daily / weekly basis)
Client & Business Engagement :
- Communicate with clients to gather requirements and provide status updates.
- Conduct workshops and presentations to validate business needs.
Analysis & Solution Design :
Analyze business processes and identify improvement opportunities.Design functional and technical solutions aligned with client objectives.Development Activities :
Participate in application development (coding, configuration, customization).Review and optimize code for performance and scalability.Collaborate with technical teams to integrate solutions with existing systems.Ensure adherence to development standards and best practices.Leadership & Team Management :
Lead small to medium project teams, assigning tasks and monitoring progress.Mentor developers, providing guidance and support.Act as a liaison between client stakeholders and technical teams.Drive project planning, risk management, and issue resolutionContinuous Improvement :
Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.Recommend innovative solutions and process optimizations.Basic Qualifications : (what are the skills required to this job with minimum years of experience on each)
Guidewire PolicyCenter Expertise5+ years Strong knowledge of PolicyCenter configuration and integration.Experience with PolicyCenter data model and workflows.Relevant certificationsGuidewire Development
Proficiency in GOSU programming language.Hands-on experience with Guidewire Studio and configuration tools.Integration & APIs
Knowledge of SOAP / REST web services for Guidewire integrations.Experience with messaging, batch processes, and plugins.Database Skills
Familiarity with SQL and relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server).Java & Object-Oriented Programming
Solid understanding of Java for custom development.Cloud & Deployment
Experience with Guidewire Cloud or containerized deployments (Docker, Kubernetes).Version Control & CI / CDGit, Jenkins, and automated build / deployment pipelines.Travel : No Travel
Degree : Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent work experience