Guidewire Claims Center Developer

Technical Lead – Guidewire Claim Center (Java / Cloud)
United States (Remote)
About Cognizant

Cognizant is one of the world’s leading professional services companies, transforming clients’ business, operating and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry‑based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build and run more innovative and efficient businesses.

Cognizant is seeking an experienced Technical Lead / Senior Developer with strong expertise in Guidewire Claim Center, Java Spring/Spring Boot, and cloud platforms to support U.S.

-based insurance clients. This is a full‑time, remote position supporting distributed delivery teams across the United States.

• Lead estimation, solution design, and technical planning for Guidewire Claim Center and digital implementations.
• Create detailed technical design and specification documents for Guidewire Claim Center, Spring Boot, APIs, web services, and digital solutions.
• Develop efficient, high-quality, and scalable code aligned with product and delivery standards.
• Conduct peer code reviews and testing reviews; log and track defects using approved tools.
• Support defect analysis and resolution in collaboration with senior specialists and QA teams.
• Define GUnit testing strategies and support QA during system and integration testing.
• Participate in deployment activities including deliverable reviews, deployment documentation, and mock testing.
• Develop reusable components and maintain knowledge transfer (KT) documentation for customers.
• Provide estimation inputs, impact analysis, and accurate reporting of time, effort, and status.
• Mentor junior team members and conduct Guidewire technical training sessions.
• Participate in technical interviews for Guidewire Technical Lead and Architect roles.

• 8–10 years of overall enterprise application development experience.
• 5–6 years of hands‑on experience with Guidewire Claim Center.
• Mandatory active Guidewire Claim Center Certification (Associate level or higher).
• Strong experience with Java, Spring Framework, and Spring Boot.
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure.
• Solid understanding of REST APIs, web services, and integration patterns.
• Ability to work effectively in a remote, distributed U.S. delivery model.

• Experience with insurance digital portals and Guidewire Edge/API services.
• Additional Guidewire, AWS, or Azure certifications.
• Experience working in Agile/Scrum delivery environments.

The annual base salary range for this role is $120,000 – $155,000 USD. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program and a comprehensive benefits package. Compensation may vary based on geographic location, skills, experience, and internal equity.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.