*Specialty Architect I Guidewire

Zurich (Schaumburg, IL) seeks a Specialty Architect I Guidewire responsible for working with business analysts, business partners, developers and architects to support existing integrations and develop new integrations into and out of Zurich’s Policy Administration System. Specific duties include: lend specific subject matter knowledge to the design and integration phase of various Integration implementation projects, helping to give specificity to the appropriate architecture, data model, and system design and interfacing requirements; participate in Inception and product backlog grooming which involves evaluating and identifying the new and changed integrations into and out of Policy Administration System (Policy Center); convert the new and changed functionalities into product backlogs and features list; participate in the development of Proof-of-Concepts; involve in designing of accelerators to identify and automate complex business functionality or process which are often used; propose and support performance improvements by streamlining existing workflows and processes; provide recommendations for server and operations setup; provide technical guidance in mitigating any critical Production support incidents and work with the Business teams to provide workaround; collaborate with cross functional teams to enumerate technical specifications that meet business requirements, which includes coordinating with development teams, business partners and architects to ensure the technical standards are followed. Option to work remotely with required travel to Schaumburg, IL office twice a week.

Position requires a Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field of study, plus 6 years of experience in the job offered, or as a Sr. Product Specialist - Tech, Sr. IT consultant, Software Engineer, Consultant, or similar position working with business analysts, business partners, developers and architects to support existing integrations and develop new integrations. Must have 3 years of experience working with Guidewire. Specific experience must also include: developing and maintaining GOSU for configuring Guidewire Policy Center applications; working with Guidewire Policy Center Version 9 or greater; working with integrations using services; designing multi-tier web applications involving complex integrations with vendor packages; working with CM tool Agile Central (Jira) in an Agile environment; and working in Commercial Insurance. Option to work remotely with required travel to Schaumburg, IL office twice a week.

Full time position. Apply by submitting your resumes at Zurichna.com/en/careers, Job ID: 123750

At Zurich, compensation for roles is influenced by a variety of factors, including but not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. In compliance with local laws, Zurich commits to providing a fair and reasonable compensation range for each role. For more information about our Total Rewards, please click here. Additional rewards may encompass short-term incentive bonuses and merit increases. We encourage candidates with salary expectations beyond the provided range to apply, as they will be considered based on their experience, skills, and education. The salary indicated represents a nationwide market range and has not been adjusted for geographic differentials pertaining to the location where the position may be filled. The proposed salary range for this position is $146,842.

As an insurance company, Zurich is subject to 18 U.S. Code § 1033.

A future with Zurich. What can go right when you apply at Zurich?

Now is the time to move forward and make a difference. At Zurich, we want you to share your unique perspectives, experiences and ideas so we can grow and drive sustainable change together. As part of a leading global organization, Zurich North America has over 150 years of experience managing risk and supporting resilience. Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals. We serve more than 25 industries, from agriculture to technology, and we insure 90% of the Fortune 500®. Our growth strategy is not limited to our business. As an employer, we strive to provide ongoing career development opportunities, and we foster an environment where voices are diverse, behaviors are inclusive, actions drive equity, and our people feel a sense of belonging. Be a part of the next evolution of the insurance industry. Join us in building a brighter future for our colleagues, our customers and the communities we serve. Zurich maintains a comprehensive employee benefits package for employees as well as eligible dependents and competitive compensation. Please click here to learn more.

Zurich in North America is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

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Location(s): AM - Schaumburg
Remote Working: Hybrid
Schedule: Full Time
Employment Sponsorship Offered: No  
 
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