About BlitzenX
BlitzenX is a leading technology system integrator specializing in insurance technology solutions. With a strong global presence in Austin, TX, and Hyderabad, India, we deliver innovative, scalable, and high-performance Guidewire solutions for top-tier insurance clients.
We are seeking a Guidewire Architect to lead our Accelerator Practice, drive futuristic InsurTech designs, and develop solutions for deployment on the Guidewire Marketplace.
Role Overview
The Guidewire Architect – Accelerator Practice will be responsible for defining, developing, and deploying reusable Guidewire accelerator solutions that enhance implementation efficiency and support digital transformation in the insurance industry. This role requires a deep understanding of Guidewire architecture, cloud-native solutions, and enterprise integration.
The position follows a hybrid work model, with potential onsite opportunities based on project requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Architecture and Innovation
- Lead the Guidewire Accelerator Practice, focusing on reusable, scalable, and future-ready InsurTech solutions.
- Design and develop pre-configured Policy, Billing, and Claims accelerators for seamless deployment in customer environments.
- Establish best practices for API development, microservices architecture, and cloud-native Guidewire implementations.
- Architect and deploy Guidewire Marketplace solutions, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Integrate Guidewire Digital (Jutro), Edge APIs, Event Messaging, and Advanced Product Designer (APD) into core solutions.
Client Engagement and Consulting
- Work closely with clients and stakeholders to understand business challenges and translate them into technical solutions.
- Provide technical leadership in workshops, proof-of-concepts (PoCs), and pre-sales engagements.
- Assist in RFP responses, technical proposals, and roadmap planning for Guidewire projects.
Technical Development and Deployment
- Develop and optimize high-performance Guidewire solutions using Java, Gosu, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs.
- Ensure cloud readiness by leveraging AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Implement CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Terraform, Helm) for automated deployments.
- Ensure adherence to security, scalability, and performance optimization best practices.
Leadership and Governance
- Define coding standards, reusable frameworks, and technical best practices for Guidewire implementations.
- Mentor and guide development teams, integration engineers, and cloud architects.
- Ensure comprehensive documentation and knowledge sharing across teams.
Required Skills and Experience
Technical Expertise
- 10+ years of experience in enterprise software development, with at least 5+ years in Guidewire architecture.
- Strong expertise in Guidewire Cloud Platform (GCP), Guidewire Digital (Jutro), and APD.
- Deep knowledge of PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, and ClaimCenter implementations.
- Experience with Guidewire Edge APIs, Event Messaging, Plugin Development, and cloud integrations.
- Strong proficiency in Java, Gosu, Spring Boot, RESTful APIs, and microservices architecture.
- Hands-on experience with AWS/Azure/GCP, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments.
- Knowledge of CI/CD automation, API Gateway integrations, OAuth2 authentication, and data security best practices.
Consulting and Business Acumen
- Strong client-facing experience with the ability to analyze problem statements and propose technical solutions.
- Ability to lead pre-sales engagements, RFP responses, and technical roadmap discussions.
- Prior experience in Guidewire Marketplace development is highly desirable.
Leadership and Soft Skills
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to mentor and lead teams in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Strong understanding of emerging trends in InsurTech and cloud-native architectures.
Why Join BlitzenX?
- Opportunity to lead and shape the future of Guidewire accelerator development.
- Work on cutting-edge InsurTech solutions with leading global clients.
- Competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and comprehensive benefits.
- Hybrid work model with potential onsite engagements.
- Be part of a high-growth, innovation-driven organization.