Guidewire PolicyCenter Cloud Architect

Job Title: Guidewire PolicyCenter Cloud Architect

Location: Remote

Job Type: Contract

Rate: $75/hr

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Guidewire PolicyCenter Cloud Architect with deep expertise in Guidewire PolicyCenter (GWPC) and Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP). The ideal candidate will have strong solution architecture experience, hands-on Guidewire development skills, and extensive knowledge of cloud-native implementations, integrations, and insurance domain best practices. This role requires a technical leader who can drive end-to-end Guidewire Cloud implementations while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Must Have Technical/Functional Skills

10+ years of experience in Guidewire and Enterprise Architecture

Strong expertise in Guidewire PolicyCenter (GWPC)

Hands-on experience with Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP) implementations

Expertise in Guidewire Configuration, Integration, JPD (Java Product Definition), and APD (Advanced Product Designer)

Strong experience in Solution Architecture and hands-on development

Expertise with REST APIs, SOAP Web Services, and messaging frameworks

Experience with cloud-native architecture and cloud deployment models

Strong understanding of CI/CD pipelines and cloud release management

Experience in Property & Casualty (P&C) Insurance preferred

Excellent stakeholder management, leadership, and communication skills

Roles & Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end solution architecture for Guidewire PolicyCenter on Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP).

Design and implement Guidewire PolicyCenter configuration, integrations, JPD, and APD solutions.

Develop scalable integration architectures using REST APIs, SOAP services, messaging frameworks, and external system integrations.

Provide hands-on technical leadership and development support to Guidewire delivery teams.

Define architecture standards, development best practices, coding guidelines, and design patterns.

Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and technical teams to translate business requirements into scalable cloud solutions.

Ensure application performance, scalability, security, and reliability across Guidewire Cloud implementations.

Support cloud deployment activities, release planning, and CI/CD implementation.

Design Guidewire data models, product models, and enterprise integration architecture.

Serve as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Guidewire Cloud adoption, modernization, and migration initiatives.

Mentor development teams and perform architecture reviews to ensure high-quality solution delivery.

Required Qualifications

10+ years of experience in Guidewire development and solution architecture.

Extensive experience with Guidewire PolicyCenter and Guidewire Cloud Platform.

Strong hands-on experience with Guidewire Configuration, Integration, JPD, and APD.

Experience designing enterprise integrations using REST, SOAP, and messaging technologies.

Strong understanding of cloud-native architecture and deployment models.

Experience in Agile development environments and enterprise-scale insurance implementations.

Excellent analytical, communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Diverse Lynx LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive due consideration for employment without any discrimination. All applicants will be evaluated solely on the basis of their ability, competence and their proven capability to perform the functions outlined in the corresponding role. We promote and support a diverse workforce across all levels in the company.