Role: Technical Sr Developer: Guidewire InsuranceNow (ACX)
Remote (US)
Job Type: Contract (W2)
Must Have's: Guidewire InsuranceNow, Java, XML, JQuery, API SOAP/REST
Years of Experience: 14 years
Skill Matrix:
| Name | Required |
| Guidewire | Yes |
| Java | Yes |
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
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in multi-state regulatory filings
Familiarity with InsuranceNow API integrations
Experience working in Agile pod-based delivery models
Background working with distributed or vendor teams
Prior mentorship or succession-planning experience
Key Attributes:
We 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
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