Sr. Software Developer (Guidewire/Java)

The Opportunity Cordova is seeking a high-performing Senior Software Developer to lead the design, development, and modernization of our client’s Guidewire Cloud platform. This is a senior-level role that demands a rare blend of deep Guidewire expertise and proficiency in a modern full-stack environment. You will act as a technical anchor, providing leadership to project stakeholders and mentoring junior developers. Your goal will be to deliver high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions that leverage Java/Gosu to drive the future of insurance technology.

Key Responsibilities

Guidewire Platform Leadership

• End-to-End Implementation: Lead the configuration and customization of PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, and BillingCenter.
• Gosu Development: Design and develop Gosu-based business rules, product models, workflows, and data models.
• Integrations: Create and modify complex Guidewire Integrations using REST APIs, SOAP, message-based systems, and batch jobs.
• Cloud Upgrades: Perform Guidewire Cloud upgrades and integrate with Enterprise Engage (Portal/Edge) and DataHub/InfoCenter.

Architecture & Development

• Full-Stack Coding: Design and deploy applications utilizing Java/Gosu.
• Database Management: Build, maintain, and monitor SQL databases and related software to support high-performance website operations.
• Standards Advocacy: Help define and enforce software development patterns, design standards, and best practices.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in rigorous code reviews, unit testing, and performance tuning to ensure 99.9% application reliability.

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Technical Mentorship: Serve as the go-to resource for Software Developers, providing guidance on coding practices and complex problem-solving.
• Stakeholder Alignment: Coordinate with business analysts and user departments to translate complex business requirements into technical design specifications.
• Agile Excellence: Thrive in an Agile/Scrum environment, actively contributing to sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.

The Ideal Candidate Experience & Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and senior-level development experience.
• Certifications: Guidewire Cloud Developer Certification is required.
• Platform Expertise: Extensive experience with the Guidewire ecosystem and Java/Gosu.
• Tech Stack: Strong proficiency in HTML5, JavaScript (React), and SQL Server.
• Version Control: Expertise in Git or SVN.

Core Competencies

• Architectural Mindset: Deep understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), clean code principles, and design patterns.
• Communication: Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to bridge the gap between technical and non-technical teams.
• Initiative: Ability to work on one’s own initiative, recognizing the critical timeliness of insurance-sector deliverables.