Job Specifications
The Opportunity
Are you looking for a caring, collaborative, values-driven workplace with inspiring teammates and leaders? Do you have the ambition and desire to be the best and thrive at the most impactful global insurance provider in the world? Look no further than Zurich Canada.
If you have experience in Guidewire and are looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you.
Zurich Canada is currently looking for a Guidewire Developer (PolicyCenter) to develop & customize Guidewire Applications.
Reporting to the Zurich Canada's Core Platforms Delivery Lead, you will help in customizing user interfaces, workflows, and business logic using Guidewire Studio and Gosu (Guidewire’s programming language).
This is a unique opportunity to build your knowledge and experience for the future in a supportive environment where your voice matters.
This is a hybrid role.
What you will do
Guidewire PolicyCenter or ClaimCenter Configuration, Java development
Full SDLC and appreciation for Iterative (Agile) development lifecycle for Guidewire implementations.
Guidewire implementation
Configure and develop several areas of PolicyCenter and / or ClaimCenter.
Inspire and bring out the best in individuals and develop a strong configuration team to deliver quality configurations.
Large scale projects, including, but not limited to policy admin or claims Systems.
Job Qualifications - What You Bring To The Table
Required:
Bachelors Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Database Analysis or Programming area.
OR
High School Diploma or Equivalent and 8 or more years of experience in the Database Analysis or Programming area.
OR
Zurich Certified Insurance Apprentice including an Associate Degree and 6 or more years of experience in the Database Analysis or Programming area.
AND
Experience working at multiple phases of database management.
Guidewire product configuration devlopment and implementation
Strong Object Oriented Analysis and Programming experience.
Strong integration development experience. Must have a Strong JMS / Queue development experience.
Experience with analysis and resolution of Guidewire or other application performance issues. Must have Web service development experience / SOA and have worked with XML and JSON payloads.
Excellent communication skills
Preferred:
Exposure to SDLC to Java EE
Expertise in GOSU, Rules Engine, Data Model, PCF, Wizards, Workflow, Activity etc.) Experience with XML, GUnit, Jenkins, GIT / Subversion / TFS, Code Coverage and Code Scan Plugin / Tools.
2+ years of experience with at least one large Business Integration effort and project team through all phases of the project lifecycle from scoping and planning, requirements gathering, design, development, and testing.
Expert Level Guidewire / Java Developer with Guidewire PolicyCenter or ClaimCenter, preferably certified on version 10 or cloud.
Insurance Industry Experience; Commercial Lines is preferred
Strong conflict resolution skills.
Working experience in Agile and DevOps tools: JIRA, Git, Bamboo (SVN and Jenkins are assets.)
Hands on technical expertise specifically related to Integration to complex legacy mainframe applications is preferred.
Organizational and analytical skills.
At Zurich Canada, we are committed to pay equity. We determine compensation based on objective criteria such as skills, experience, and internal equity. The salary range for this position is 80,000 - 130,000. This range reflects the expected pay for the role across Canada and may vary depending on factors like office location, specific responsibilities, and individual qualifications. As required by local law, Zurich provides in good faith a reasonable compensation range, but starting salaries may exceed this range based on a candidate’s skills and experience.
Our Culture
At Zurich, we are proud of our culture. We are passionate about Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Belonging (DIEB). We want you to bring your whole self to work, and we want our employees to be reflective of the communities in which we live and work. Our DIEB initiatives are creating an environment where everyone feels welcome.
We have a collaborative culture where diversity of thought is valued. We value your input and strive to give our employees the tools they need to make an impact.
We care about our employees’ well-being and offer a comprehensive health/benefits plan with varying levels of coverage to suit your specific needs and a competitive total compensation package.
We understand how important it is to rest, recharge and do the things you love. At Zurich, all employees receive a minimum of four weeks of vacation per year to do just that.
We also understand that employees require time off for personal reasons. Maybe you have an appointment during a workday, a cultural or religious holiday you would like to observe, or you need time off to focus on your mental health. Zurich employees receive four personal days per year to be used at their discreti
About the Company
Founded 150 years ago, Zurich Insurance Group (Zurich) is a leading multi-line insurer serving about 60 million customers – both people and businesses – in more than 200 countries and territories. Zurich Canada has been a leader in the Canadian commercial insurance market for 100 years. With over 500 employees in offices across the country, we combine global reach with local service and knowledge. Through a thoughtful and transparent approach, our dedicated regional teams help mitigate and manage risks and build resilience t...
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