Summary
Implementation Consultants within Guidewire Professional Services are responsible for configuration of the system, integration development and some custom development of Guidewire’s core insurance product, InsuranceNow, to enable our customers to efficiently accomplish their business aspirations and goals. An effective technical Implementation Consultant working in the Professional Services industry requires the ability to effectively communicate with a diverse group of individuals and roles, and is someone with a strong background in software configuration/ development.All of our technical Implementation Consultants work closely and collaborate with other consultants, Business Analysts, Project Managers, Leadership, and many other cross functional team members. The culture and nature of InsuranceNow implementation is fast paced and collaborative, sharing in our company core values of integrity, rationality and collegiality.
Candidates should have several years of proven track record in key contributions to the implementation and development of packaged enterprise software delivered to the highest quality and success.
Job Description
Experience & Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of directly related technical experience in a professional services role
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Solid problem-solving skills, plus the desire to solve real-world business problems for our customersAbility to assess and manage risks, and communicate appropriately
Prior experience in a Java/Javascript/web technology development role
Highly experienced working with Java environments and understanding of Java runtime and library functionality including troubleshooting tools (i.e. understanding of Heap Dumps, Memory allocation, etc in the context of running applications).
High competency in understanding Log configuration (Log4J), ability to efficiently read and understand log files to troubleshoot realtime or historical issues.
Understanding and experience with technologies such as Apache Tomcat, AWS (S3, PrivateLink, Lambda, etc) and databases such SQL Server, MySQL, AWS Aurora, etc
Working knowledge of web technologies such as XML, HTML, Java Script, and Apache Velocity
Working experience with software development tools such as Eclipse IDE, IntelliJ, source version control such as GitHub; experience with project coordination tools such as SharePoint, Smartsheet, Jira, etc.
Working experience and knowledge of API’s, micro services, and understanding of core system integrations to accomplish business functionality while using state of the art technologies.
Experienced in maintaining relationships with internal team members and partner organizations
Experienced with working in a cross-functional team and with team members in different geographical locations
Ability to demo the packaged software system, as a whole, or in functional part (user stories) that you are a contributing to the implementation
Knowledge of Agile software development processes
Ability to perform peer code reviews on all functional (user stories) to ensure quality and adherence to acceptable code standards
Able to coordinate multiple priorities and demonstrate initiative in starting and completing projects
Advanced knowledge of Amazon Web Services infrastructure and technologies are a plus
Previous experience working in a customer facing technical environment is a plus
Provided examples of working with a wide range of individuals with different skill sets is a plus
Property and Casualty Insurance knowledge a plus
Education Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree or higher in Technology or equivalent experience
Disability Accommodations and Guidewire’s Appeals Process. Guidewire provides accommodations to the hiring process to create a fair opportunity for candidates with disabilities to contend for open positions. Accommodation requests should be directed to [email protected]. If things do not go as hoped, we invite you to use our appeals process. Guidewire promises to independently review any denied accommodation and any decision not to offer you the position. The appeals process is the same in either case. Within five business days of receiving a notice of denial of an accommodation, or receiving a notice of your non-selection for a vacancy, e-mail [email protected] to make an appeal. Guidewire will assign a new decision-maker to review the request and/or hiring decision, who will then notify you in writing of a decision within 10 business days.
About Guidewire
Guidewire is the platform P&C insurers trust to engage, innovate, and grow efficiently. We combine digital, core, analytics, and AI to deliver our platform as a cloud service. More than 540+ insurers in 40 countries, from new ventures to the largest and most complex in the world, run on Guidewire.
As a partner to our customers, we continually evolve to enable their success. We are proud of our unparalleled implementation track record with 1600+ successful projects, supported by the largest R&D team and partner ecosystem in the industry. Our Marketplace provides hundreds of applications that accelerate integration, localization, and innovation.
For more information, please visit www.guidewire.com and follow us on Twitter: @Guidewire_PandC.
Guidewire Software, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace, and believe that a diversity of perspectives, abilities, and cultures is a key to our success. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability. All offers are contingent upon passing a criminal history and other background checks where it's applicable to the position.
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