Job Description: Guidewire Solution Architect // Remote accepted.

Location: Markham, ON (Remote flexibility available)

Compensation: Up to CAD 240K per annum (higher for exceptional candidates)

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Guidewire Solution Architect to define and deliver enterprise-grade architecture solutions across underwriting, policy, billing, claims, and commercial insurance workflows. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership, and strategic vision to ensure solution integrity, compliance, and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Solutions & Assurance

• Architect and deliver solutions for the Guidewire Insurance Suite (PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, BillingCenter, Contact Manager) ensuring availability, security, resilience, and performance.
• Develop migration strategies, including legacy policy conversion, with cost-benefit and risk analysis.
• Ensure end-to-end solution integrity across platforms and transition states.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Identify risks, propose mitigation strategies, and lead post-implementation reviews.

Technical Leadership

• Stay current with Guidewire platform advancements and recommend adoption of new features, including Guidewire Cloud Platform.
• Define and enforce architecture best practices and standards.
• Produce and peer-review design artifacts supporting service, security, and engineering needs.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering technical growth and knowledge sharing.

Design Community &

Collaboration

• Contribute to the Solution Architecture community by leading initiatives that enhance design practices.
• Build strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and technology partners.
• Continuously develop technical skills to leverage emerging technology trends.

Problem Solving & Change Leadership

• Drive project-based problem solving, applying technical expertise to resolve issues.
• Adapt proactively to change, influencing design decisions to meet evolving business needs.

Qualifications & Expertise

Commercial Insurance Expertise

• Extensive experience in underwriting, policy lifecycle, rating, endorsements, renewals, audits, and claims.
• Strong understanding of commercial product structures (multi-location, multi-line, schedules, packages, additional interests, risk-specific coverages).

• Knowledge of submission intake modernization, including automated data extraction and routing.

Guidewire & Integration

• Skilled in Guidewire PolicyCenter, Workbench, and ecosystem integrations (CRM, broker systems, document repositories, pricing engines, APIs).
• Hands-on experience with Guidewire Cloud Platform and migration strategies.
• Expertise in APD and Integration Framework for solving business problems.
• Proven experience in integration architecture design and implementation.

Digital & Cloud Technologies

• Knowledge of digital technologies, cloud computing, and modern development practices.
• Certified in public cloud platforms (AWS or Azure).

Project & Technical Leadership

• Strong grasp of Agile methodologies and end-to-end project lifecycle.
• Broad technical expertise with ability to apply solutions across diverse scenarios.
• Financial acumen for business case development and design decisions.

• Ability to balance strategic direction with short-term goals.

Soft Skills & Leadership

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong leadership qualities with personal impact and influence.
• Ability to mentor, coach, and foster collaboration across teams.