Guidewire Technical Architect

Job Title - Guidewire Technical Architect

Job Summary

The Guidewire Technical Architect owns the end-to-end solutioning responsibility for multi‑tower complex deals. This includes integrating individual tower solutions during the RFP process and addressing customer challenges with a holistic approach.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a recognized internal and external thought leader by representing Cognizant at conferences, analyst interactions, and industry forums.
• Proactively identify and develop new opportunities in North America by collaborating with commercial leads.
• Identify and drive growth opportunities through strategic partnerships and business expansion initiatives.
• Detail out new solutions and map them to client needs and business environments.
• Promote a culture of knowledge sharing and capability building within teams.
• Build strong internal networks with Program and Delivery teams to ensure appropriate domain-based solutioning for new and existing clients.
• Act as the end‑to‑end solution architect for very large, multi‑tower programs.
• Conduct initiatives that elevate client satisfaction by understanding their expectations and delivering fit-for-purpose solutions.
• Lead research and development of overall solutions for complex programs, including platform requirements.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations, seminars, and thought leadership materials.
• Interact directly with clients to showcase Cognizant’s solution capabilities and domain strengths.

Technical Skills

• P&C COTS
• Collaboration – Confluence
• Guidewire Tools & Accelerators
• PC – Rating Management Module
• Guidewire – Contact Manager
• Jira
• GW APD
• Insurance Products
• Insurance – Guidewire
• GW – Policy Center Functional
• MS Office

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until 2/27/2026.

The annual salary for this position is between $100,000 - $180,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer:

The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.