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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Guidewire Technical Lead - **Company:** Farmers Insurance - **Location:** Cleveland, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $115,275.0 - $196,130.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Application Frameworks, Batch Processing, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Information Systems, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), Spring Framework, Oracle Databases, Performance Tuning, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Cloud Platform System, SOAPAPI, Guidewire PolicyCenter, Information Technology, Guidewire - **Published:** July 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.farmersinsurance.com/talentcommunity/apply/1367322657/?locale=en_US ## About the Role Minimum 1 year as a Agile Dev Team Member IV or 9 + years in a relate field., * 8+ years of software engineering experience. * 5+ years of Guidewire InsuranceSuite experience. * Strong experience with Guidewire PolicyCenter. * Experience leading complex delivery initiatives and cross-functional teams. * Experience within Property & Casualty Insurance domain. Technical Skills * Guidewire PolicyCenter Configuration. * Gosu Development. * Guidewire Integration Framework. * REST/SOAP Services. * Java/J2EE. * Spring Framework. * SQL / Oracle Database. * Event-driven and batch processing patterns. * CI/CD and DevOps practices. * Performance tuning and troubleshooting. * Cloud-based architecture experience preferred. Education Requirements & Preferred Certifications * High School Diploma or equivalent. * Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field, preferred. * SAFe Practitioner or SAFe Agilist Certification and SAFe DevOps Certification 180 Days. Preferred Certifications * Guidewire Certified Specialist - PolicyCenter Configuration. * Guidewire Certified Specialist - InsuranceSuite Integration. * Guidewire Cloud Certifications preferred. Physical Actions Job is performed in-person at a Farmers office or virtually at an approved alternative work location. The physical work environment is indoors and climate-controlled with adequate lighting and ventilation. Normal and customary distractions include background noise produced by office equipment and chatter among people, as well as interruptions. Frequently sits for prolonged periods of time, up to a full shift. Occasionally moves about the workplace including, navigating stairs, ramps, and level or uneven surfaces. Occasionally moves, pushes, pulls, lifts, carries, and/or places objects or materials weighing up to 25 pounds without assistance. Frequently uses shoulders, arms, hands, and fingers to manipulate equipment, tools, and objects necessary to perform job duties. Frequently performs fine motor tasks such as typing, mousing, or writing, up to a full shift. Rarely performs movements such as bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling, twisting, and reaching overhead or below the knees. Possesses clear vision, with or without correction, to visually read and verify information. Relies on depth perception and peripheral vision to navigate the work environment visually by identifying barriers, changes in terrain and locating objects. Possesses adequate hearing, with or without correction, to communicate with co-workers, respond promptly to auditory signals or alarms, and discern sounds essential for maintaining safety and productivity in the workplace. Jobs in this category require rare, if any, travel. ## Description Lead the design, development of Guidewire applications and integrations. Own end-to-end technical delivery by translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions. Provide technical leadership across solution design, implementation, production triage, and continuous improvement while mentoring engineers and influencing engineering best practices., Solution Design & Architecture * Lead solution design for complex Guidewire initiatives and ensure alignment with business objectives and enterprise architecture. * Perform impact assessments across applications, integrations, data, and business processes. * Drive architecture decisions, evaluate alternatives, and identify technical risks and mitigation strategies. * Define and refine features, user stories, and acceptance criteria with Product and Business stakeholders. Development & Delivery * Design, develop, and maintain Guidewire configurations, business rules, workflows, integrations, and custom extensions. * Lead technical delivery of large-scale initiatives across multiple teams and workstreams. * Conduct code reviews and ensure adherence to development standards, quality practices, and security requirements. * Deliver scalable, maintainable, and high-performing solutions that meet functional and non-functional requirements. Quality & Operational Excellence * Drive quality through TDD/BDD practices, code reviews, and engineering standards. * Lead root cause analysis and resolution of complex production issues. * Ensure reliability, performance, observability, resilience, and operational readiness of applications. * Support deployments, releases, and production stability initiatives. Technical Leadership & Collaboration * Serve as the technical lead and subject matter expert for assigned domains and initiatives. * Mentor engineers and provide guidance on design, implementation, troubleshooting, and best practices. * Partner with Product Owners, Architects, Business Analysts, and Delivery teams to drive successful outcomes. * Communicate technical risks, trade-offs, dependencies, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership. Continuous Improvement * Drive automation, DevOps practices, reusable frameworks, and engineering efficiencies. * Promote innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous learning across teams. * Contribute to organizational standards, Guidewire best practices, and technical capability development. Leadership Expectations A successful candidate: * Owns end-to-end technical outcomes from design through support. * Demonstrates system-level thinking across Guidewire, integrations, data, and business processes. * Drives architecture, design, and engineering decisions. * Influences technical direction across teams and programs. * Serves as a recognized SME in Guidewire and Property & Casualty Insurance. * Proactively identifies and mitigates technical, operational, and delivery risks. * Develops engineering talent through mentoring, coaching, and technical leadership. * Balances speed of delivery with long-term maintainability, scalability, and operational stability. ## Related Videos - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) - [The user in the eye of the Cargo1492 storm](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/96-the-user-in-the-eye-of-the-cargo1492-storm) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [#90DaysOfDevOps - The DevOps Learning Journey](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/548-90daysofdevops-the-devops-learning-journey) ## Related Articles - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [How to Write a CV and Interview if You Don't Fully Qualify For The Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/183-how-to-write-a-cv-and-interview-if-you-don-t-fully-qualify-for-the-job) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs)