Guidewire Technology Director / Architect [T500-21146]

Arch Global Services India; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global insurer is looking for a Guidewire Technology Director/Architect in Hyderabad. The role involves leading technical design and implementation of software solutions, mentoring teams, and ensuring alignment with business requirements. Candidates should have 15+ years in software development with significant experience in Guidewire technologies. A bachelor's degree is required, as well as a strong understanding of insurance processes. This is a full-time role emphasizing innovative solutions and technical excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in software development.
• At least 3 years in a technical leadership or architectural role.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and architecture of Guidewire applications.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams.
• Develop and maintain architectural blueprints and design documents.
• Oversee the implementation of software solutions.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery.

Skills

Guidewire Solutions/Technical architecture

Integration with Pega applications

Guidewire configuration and GOSU development

Integration frameworks (SOAP/Rest, APIs)

Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)

DevOps practices and tools (CI/CD, Docker)

Database design and management (SQL, NoSQL)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

Guidewire Technology Director / Architect [T500-21146]

Arch Capital Group Ltd. (Arch) is a leading global insurer with operations in more than a dozen countries. We write insurance, reinsurance and mortgage insurance on a worldwide basis, and our customers value us as an innovative partner and dependable risk manager with decades of fresh ideas and solid results. Part of the S&P 500, Arch has the size and capital position to remain a market-leading specialty insurer.

The Position – Guidewire Technology Director/Architect

About the Role:

We are looking for an accomplished technical leader to lead our Guidewire Engineering teams from our Hyderabad office. Tech Lead / Architect will be responsible for leading the technical design, architecture, and implementation of software solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of software development, architecture principles, and the ability to lead and mentor development teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent problem‑solving skills, and experience in the insurance industry. The role will focus on providing solutions on the Guidewire platforms across cross functional teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and architecture of Guidewire applications, ensuring alignment with business requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Act as a technical point of contact for stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on technical decisions.

Solution Design and Architecture:

• Develop and maintain architectural blueprints and design documents for software solutions.
• Ensure that solutions are scalable, maintainable, and meet performance requirements.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, tools, and frameworks to enhance the development process.

Implementation and Development:

• Oversee the implementation of software solutions, ensuring adherence to architectural standards and best practices.
• Collaborate with development teams to resolve technical challenges and ensure high‑quality deliverables.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to improve code quality and maintainability.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including business analysts, project managers, and QA teams, to ensure successful project delivery.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies, such as daily stand‑ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
• Communicate technical concepts and solutions to non‑technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

Relevant Background & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in a technical leadership or architectural role.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex software solutions.
• Ability to define best practices, coding standards and technical frameworks for Guidewire suite deployments.
• Multiple Certifications in Guidewire Platform.
• Experience in the insurance industry and understanding of relevant processes (Policy, Claims & Billing) is preferred.

Technical Skills:

• 5+ years of experience as a Guidewire Solutions/Technical architect.
• Proven experience integrating Guidewire with Pega applications (Case management, BPM, decisioning).
• Experience with Guidewire configuration, GOSU development and APIs.
• Hands‑on experience with integration frameworks (SOAP/Rest, APIs, messaging, MQ, ESB, Mulesoft, Kafka, etc.).
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools (e.g., CI/CD, Docker).
• Understanding of database design and management (e.g., SQL, NoSQL).

Seniority level

Director

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology and Engineering

Industries

Banking