Guidewire InsuranceNow developer

W2 only, No C2CGuidewire InsuranceNow (ACX) developerRemoteExperience : 14+ yearsMust Have's: Guidewire InsuranceNow, Java, XML, JQuery, API SOAP/RESTCore ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership• Serve as the technical authority for all ACX INOW configuration and enhancements• Lead configuration and implementation of rate filings, product versions, and underwriting rule changes• Provide design direction for new features and system enhancements• Ensure solutions align with architecture, security, and integration standards• Own technical quality across development lifecycleInsuranceNow Expertise• Deep hands-on configuration within Guidewire InsuranceNow (ACX)• Experience with:o Ratebook & pricing configurationo Product model changeso State-specific filingso Underwriting workflowso Business rules and forms configuration• Ability to assess impacts of product changes across jurisdictionsCross-Functional Collaboration• Partner closely with:o Product Management & Business Analystso Business stakeholderso QA & Release Managemento Architecture & Security• Translate business requirements into technically sound configurations• Challenge unclear requirements with confidence and clarity• Represent technical trade-offs in steering or planning conversationsDelivery & Quality Ownership• Review designs, configuration changes, and code• Guide defect remediation strategy• Support UAT and production readiness• Ensure release quality and stability• Establish and enforce unit testing standards for all relevant code changesMentorship & Capability Building• Establish best practices for documentation, configuration governance, and review processes________________________________________Required Qualifications• 7+ years of Property & Casualty insurance systems experience• 5+ years hands-on Guidewire InsuranceNow (ACX) experience• Demonstrated experience implementing:o Rate filingso Multi-state product changeso Underwriting configurationo Product versioning within InsuranceNow• Strong understanding of Personal, Commercial Lines domain and UW, Claims and Billing• Experience leading small delivery teams or pods• Onshore U.S.-based resource (required)• Exceptional communication skills with ability to engage technical and non-technical audiences• Confident, assertive presence in cross-functional discussions________________________________________Key AttributesWe are looking for someone who:• Is comfortable being the strongest technical voice in the room• Pushes back constructively when needed• Can simplify complex technical concepts for business partners• Understands both configuration detail and system-wide impact• Brings structure and technical discipline to a growing pod• Takes ownership rather than waiting for direction________________________________________Success Metrics• High-quality feature releases with minimal post-production defects• Strong alignment between product requirements and technical implementation• Improved documentation and configuration governance• Successful transition/mentorship of internal Technical Lead successor• Increased confidence from Underwriting & Product stakeholders