Senior Software Engineer (Full-Stack)

About the role

As part of Guidewire’s Product Development & Operations (PDO) organization, the Product Configuration Tooling team builds and evolves the core Application Platform capabilities that power many of the world’s leading P&C insurers. We focus on secure, scalable cloud services and tools that help customers configure and operate their insurance products efficiently, collaborating across global, diverse teams in a flexible hybrid environment. Our work blends modern web technologies, cloud-native patterns, and AI to deliver reliable, enterprise-grade solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain complex features across the full stack (backend services and frontend applications) for Guidewire’s core Application Platform and configuration tooling.
• Apply agentic coding tools and support Guidewire's effort to dramatically accelerate development.
• Engineer for quality, scalability, availability, and security in every aspect of the platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, scalable, and efficient platform capabilities that end-users love, supporting Guidewire's mission of operational excellence and transformative innovation.
• Support and mentor junior engineers, contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence.
• Continuously learn about P&C insurance domain concepts, cloud-native patterns, and AI capabilities to design innovative solutions that are technically sound and industry-relevant.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience building web applications or services across the stack, using at least one modern backend language (e.g., Java, Kotlin, C#, Go, or similar) and one modern frontend framework (e.g., React, Angular, or Vue).
• Strong proficiency in using Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Kotlin and ability to adjust or learn other languages if needed.
• Experience with coding agentic environments (such as Claude Code, Codex, and similar tools) and automation tools.
• Strong understanding of both relational and non-relational databases and data modeling; comfort writing or reviewing queries.
• Experience building APIs, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Previous experience building on cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) and container-based deployment (Docker, Kubernetes) is strongly preferred.
• Excellent ability to break down ambiguous problems, propose pragmatic solutions, and iterate quickly in a high-paced AI-assisted development environment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues from different disciplines and geographies.
• A learning mindset and openness to feedback; willingness to dive into new technologies, insurance domain concepts, and evolving AI and cloud capabilities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven track record of delivering high-quality software solutions.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
• Knowledge of DevOps principles and practices.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and Scrum.
• Experience with cloud-native architectures and containerization technologies.

Skills

• Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, Kotlin.
• Experience with modern frontend frameworks (React, Angular, Vue).
• Experience with backend languages (Java, Kotlin, C#, Go).
• Experience with database management systems (SQL, NoSQL).
• Experience with API design and microservices architecture.
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI).
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (JUnit, Jest, Cypress).
• Experience with DevOps tools (Ansible, Terraform, Helm).
• Experience with agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Experience with cloud-native patterns and microservices.
• Experience with AI and machine learning.

Benefits

Flexible work environment, including a hybrid model that balances focused remote work with in-person collaboration in our Bedford, MA office.

Health and wellness benefits designed to support you and your family’s physical and mental well-being.

Paid time off programs, including volunteer time off, so you can recharge and give back to your community.

Market-competitive pay and incentive programs that reflect your impact and contribution.

Continual development and internal career growth opportunities, supported by an inclusive culture, leadership that listens, and access to cutting-edge projects in cloud, AI, and insurance technology.

Pay

$148,000 - $247,000

Schedule

Full-time