QA Lead Guidewire

BuzzClan; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A client-focused technology company in Toronto is seeking a highly experienced Guidewire QA Lead. This role involves leading end-to-end QA strategy and managing testing of Guidewire InsuranceSuite. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of QA experience, particularly with Guidewire implementations, strong automation skills, and expertise in API testing. Responsibilities include developing test plans, collaborating with teams, and ensuring quality deliverables. Interested candidates should apply by sending their resume.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of QA experience with strong exposure to Guidewire implementations.
• Proven experience leading end-to-end QA lifecycle for Guidewire projects.
• Strong experience in automation strategy and regression suite maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and own the end-to-end QA strategy for Guidewire projects.
• Create detailed Test Plans, Test Scenarios, and Test Cases.
• Log, track, and analyze defects; perform root cause analysis.

Skills

Guidewire InsuranceSuite testing

API testing (SOAP/REST)

Selenium (Java)

Agile/Scrum methodologies

Defect tracking tools (JIRA, ALM)

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Selenium

Postman

Azure DevOps

Job description

BuzzClan | Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid) 4 Day's onsite in a week

Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid)

Client: (Insurance Domain)

Duration: Long Term Contract

Note:

We are seeking a highly experienced Guidewire QA Lead with strong expertise across Guidewire InsuranceSuite (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, ClaimCenter). The ideal candidate will lead end-to-end QA strategy, automation, and defect management while collaborating closely with business, development, and project stakeholders. This role requires hands‑on testing expertise, leadership capability, and strong knowledge of Guidewire configurations and integrations.

Key Skills & Expertise:

• Strong hands‑on experience in Guidewire InsuranceSuite testing (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, ClaimCenter)
• Deep understanding of Guidewire configurations, product models, rating, workflows, PCFs, and integrations
• Experience in API testing (SOAP/REST), UI testing, and data validation (SQL)
• Automation expertise using Selenium (Java), Guidewire Testing Framework (GTF), REST Assured, Postman, ReadyAPI
• Strong knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Experience with defect tracking tools such as JIRA, ALM, Azure DevOps
• Proven ability to lead onsite/offshore QA teams
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills

Experience / Requirements:

• 5+ years of QA experience with strong exposure to Guidewire implementations
• Proven experience leading end-to-end QA lifecycle for Guidewire projects
• Hands‑on experience in functional, integration, regression, and UAT testing
• Strong experience in automation strategy and regression suite maintenance
• Experience validating business rules, configurations, and product models
• Ability to estimate QA efforts, identify risks, and manage dependencies
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field (preferred)

Responsibilities:

• Develop and own the end-to-end QA strategy for Guidewire projects
• Create detailed Test Plans, Test Scenarios, and Test Cases
• Lead and coordinate testing across PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, ClaimCenter, and digital integrations
• Drive automation strategy and enhance regression automation coverage
• Log, track, and analyze defects; perform root cause analysis
• Collaborate with developers to troubleshoot issues and validate fixes
• Mentor QA team members, review test artifacts, and ensure best practices
• Prepare status reports, support release planning, and ensure timely QA deliverables
• Maintain documentation including traceability matrices and sign-offs
• Act as a bridge between business, development, and project stakeholders

If you’re interested in exploring this opportunity or learning more, please share your updated resume at [e-mail]