Sr. Guidewire InsuranceNow developer

Cognizant; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant in the United States seeks a Technical Sr Developer specialized in Guidewire InsuranceNow (ACX). You will develop and support InsuranceNow configurations and customizations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver requested changes.

Responsibilities include leading ACX configuration, rate filings, pricing and product model changes, and ensuring alignment with architecture, security, and integration standards while maintaining high-quality deliverables across the

Qualifications

• Deep hands-on configuration within Guidewire InsuranceNow (ACX).
• Experience with Claims and Billing.
• Ratebook & pricing configuration.
• Product model changes.
• State-specific filings.
• Business rules and forms configuration.
• Ability to assess impacts of product changes across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support InsuranceNow configurations and customizations.
• Lead configuration and implementation of rate filings, product versions, and underwriting rule changes.
• Provide analysis and solutioning for new features and system enhancements.
• Ensure solutions align with architecture, security, and integration standards.
• Own technical quality across development lifecycle.
• Partner with Product Management, Business Analysts, QA & Release Management, Architecture & Security.

Skills

Guidewire ACX

ACX configuration

Rate filings

Product model changes

State filings

Business rules

Security standards

Code review

Unit testing

Job description

Technical Sr Developer: Guidewire InsuranceNow (ACX)

Core Responsibilities

Serve as a Senior InsuranceNow developer responsible for developing and supporting InsuranceNow configurations and customizations. Collaborate with cross functional teams in developing and delivering changes requested.

Technical

• Serve as the technical developer for all ACX INOW configuration and enhancements

• Lead configuration and implementation of rate filings, product versions, and underwriting rule changes, claims and billing updates

• Provide analysis and solutioning 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:

• Claims and Billing

• Ratebook & pricing configuration

• Product model changes

• State-specific filings

• Business rules and forms configuration

• Ability to assess impacts of product changes across jurisdictions

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with:

• Product Management & Business Analysts

• Business stakeholders

• QA & Release Management

• Architecture & Security

• Translate business requirements into technically sound configurations

• Challenge unclear requirements with confidence and clarity

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

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual salary for this position is between $80,000 - $155,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance

• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off

• 401(k) plan and contributions

• Long-term/Short-term Disability

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.