Remote - Technical Sr Developer: Guidewire Insurance Now (ACX) - 55673-1

Technical Sr Developer: Guidewire Insurance Now (ACX) - 55673-1 Remote Must Have's: Guidewire Insurance Now, Java, XML, JQuery, API SOAP/REST Core Responsibilities Technical 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 lifecycle InsuranceNow Expertise Deep hands-on configuration within Guidewire InsuranceNow (ACX) Experience with: o Ratebook & pricing configuration o Product model changes o State-specific filings o Underwriting workflows o Business rules and forms configuration Ability to assess impacts of product changes across jurisdictions Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with: o Product Management & Business Analysts o Business stakeholders o QA & Release Management o Architecture & Security Translate business requirements into technically sound configurations Challenge unclear requirements with confidence and clarity Represent technical trade-offs in steering or planning conversations Delivery & 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 changes Mentorship & 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 filings o Multi-state product changes o Underwriting configuration o 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 ________________________________________

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