Senior Software Developer (Backend)

The Senior Software Developer is responsible for leading the design, development, testing, and maintenance on the Guidewire Cloud platform. This role also involves development using a modern tech stack that includes Visual Studio, Angular, .NET (C#, .NET Core), HTML5, and JavaScript. The developer will provide technical leadership to project stakeholders, business analysts, and QA teams to ensure high-quality, scalable, and secure software solutions that align with business requirements., * Demonstrates the Company's mission, while successfully performing its core values related to integrity, service, excellence, stability, strength, respect, and teamwork.

• Regular and timely attendance in the office is an essential function of the position.

• Guidewire Platform Leadership

• Lead end-to-end implementation, configuration, and customization of Guidewire PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, BillingCenter and/or Enterprise Engage Front-end.
• Design and develop Gosu-based business rules, product models, workflows, and data models.
• Perform Guidewire upgrades, patch applications, and integration with Guidewire Enterprise Engage (Portal/Edge) and DataHub/InfoCenter.
• Make extensive use of Guidewire resources and education.
• Create or make heavy modifications to Guidewire Integrations (REST APIs, SOAP, message-based, batch jobs).

• Architecture & Design

• Build and maintain SQL Databases.
• Contribute to and help define software development and design standards, patterns, and best practices.
• Install, configure, upgrade, administer, monitor and maintain website-related SQL databases and SQL related software.
• Maintain and enhance existing software solutions by identifying areas for improvement and implementing appropriate changes.
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including design specifications, deployment instructions, and support materials.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend and implement improvements in development processes and tools. Remain current on ski releases.

• Development & Coding

• Design, develop, and maintain software applications on the Guidewire Cloud platform, including integrations with other internal systems.
• Design, develop, test, and deploy high-quality applications utilizing Java/Gosu, REACT, and (C#) .NET.
• Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code unit tests and adopt development tools and frameworks.
• Participate in code reviews, unit testing, debugging, and performance tuning to ensure application reliability and maintainability.
• Read and understand complex business requirements.

• Quality & Performance

• Ensure development work aligns with security, compliance, and enterprise architecture standards.
• Develop skills to create and interpret system descriptions.
• Install, configure, upgrade, administer, monitor and maintain version control software, such as SVN and Git.

• Collaboration & Mentorship

• Gather basic system design information through interviews of user department personnel and/or agents.
• Serve as coordinator with the user department when software applications are changed or new software applications are implemented.
• Work in an Agile/Scrum development environment with regular sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
• Monitor adherence to established department standards for software development programming and design.
• Provide technical training and support to Software Developers.
• Act as a go-to technical resource and mentor for Software Developers, providing guidance on design, coding practices, and problem solving.

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, FMNE Insurance is seeking a Senior Software Developer (Backend) to join our growing IT team. We're looking for a collaborative, technically strong Java/Gosu developer with experience in modern technologies, strong problem-solving skills, mentorship, and a passion for continuous improvement. Join a stable, values-driven company with deep Midwest roots and a strong team-focused culture.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Please submit a resume and cover letter for consideration., * Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education and senior-level experience with .NET (C#, .NET Core) and/or Java/Gosu, as well as SQL Server or equivalent combination of education, training and work-related experience.

• Five (5) or more years of software development experience.
• Extensive experience with the Guidewire platform and Java/Gosu, with strong understanding of Object-Oriented Programming (OOP), design patterns, clean code principles, and best practices required.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work as part of a team, providing both collaborative and independently driven work.
• Guidewire Cloud Developer Certification, required.
• Must possess ability to work on one's own initiative recognizing the timeliness of all responsibilities and functions of the job.
• Effective organizational and problem-solving skills are needed.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Pulled from the full job description

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Pension plan, We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, a generous 401(k), pension plan, wellness programs and a hybrid work model for eligible employees.