Software Engineer III - Cloud Platform

Overview

Software Engineer III – Guidewire’s Product Development & Operations (PDO) team in San Mateo focuses on building a secure, scalable, and efficient cloud platform using Kubernetes, AWS, and microservices. The role supports the adoption of AI, cloud, and data platform capabilities for the world’s leading P&C insurers.

• Build and evolve Guidewire’s cloud platform as a service, using Kubernetes and AWS as foundational technologies.
• Design, develop, and maintain microservices, components, and tools that automate the lifecycle of highly available, distributed services and applications.
• Engineer for quality, scalability, availability, and security, ensuring robust and reliable code.
• Implement automated testing to protect and validate products.
• Deploy containerized applications to AWS using CI/CD pipelines.
• Collaborate closely with engineers, operations, product managers, and architects to deliver impactful solutions and mentor peers.
• Apply 12‑factor app methodology and advocate best practices in cloud‑native development.
• Participate in pair programming and agile ceremonies, fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.

• Demonstrated ability to embrace AI and apply data‑driven insights to drive innovation, productivity, and continuous improvement.
• 5+ years of relevant software engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency in at least one of:
  Java, Golang, NodeJS, Python, or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of REST API or gRPC for data interchange.
• Hands‑on experience with microservices architecture, including service discovery and API gateway concepts.
• Proficiency with Linux debugging and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with IaaS abstractions and cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure, Serverless).
• Commitment to proven software design principles (e.g., SOLID, Hexagonal).
• Methodical approach to distributed tracing, monitoring, and observability.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, team‑first mindset.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, EKS).
• Familiarity with observability tools and log management in cloud environments.
• Comfort working in a fast‑paced, agile, and social environment.

• Flexible work environment (hybrid, with WFH options as applicable).
• Health and wellness benefits.
• Paid time off programs, including volunteer time off.
• Market‑competitive pay and incentive programs.
• Continual development and internal career growth opportunities.
• New in‑person orientation process for all roles.

US base salary range: $124,000 - $186,000. Base pay depends on experience, skills, education, training, and location. Full‑time positions or part‑time roles working 30 hours or more a week are eligible for benefits such as health, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a company‑sponsored retirement plan. Some roles may be eligible for annual bonus, commissions, and/or long‑term incentive awards.

Guidewire Software, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to an inclusive workplace and believe that a diversity of perspectives, abilities, and cultures is a key to our success. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

All offers are contingent upon passing a criminal history and other background checks where applicable.