Lead Solution Architect - Guidewire & Enterprise Architecture

We are seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Solution Architect to design, oversee, and scale end-to-end technical architectures that address complex business requirements. In this leadership role, you will define enterprise-wide technical strategies, guide cloud adoption and modernization, and spearhead integration across our platform ecosystem — with a core focus on Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance operations and Guidewire solutions.

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Responsibilities

• Design and oversee end-to-end technical architectures addressing complex business requirements using industry best practices and emerging technologies
• Architect and customize sophisticated systems and platforms to ensure scalability, reliability, performance, security, and long-term sustainability
• Lead enterprise-wide architectural decisions and define technical strategies, standards, patterns, and best practices
• Propose and design integration of multiple platforms, applications, tools, and systems to deliver seamless and scalable solutions
• Design and develop microservices and APIs that integrate with Guidewire applications, including rapid prototyping of new insurance capabilities and workflows
• Leverage Generative AI to enhance underwriting, claims processing, customer service, and other insurance-related processes
• Define and guide API, microservices, and integration strategies
• Provide technical leadership and direction to development teams, ensuring the delivery and maintenance of high-quality code and configurations
• Mentor developers, technical leads, and engineering teams, providing guidance on architecture, development practices, and technical decision-making
• Promote innovation and the adoption of emerging technologies while ensuring adherence to architectural governance, standards, and compliance requirements
• Evaluate Guidewire capabilities and services to determine their strategic fit within the technology landscape
• Define and guide cloud adoption, modernization, and migration strategies across enterprise technology transformation initiatives

Requirements

• Experience: 10–15+ years in IT, with 6–10+ years specializing in Guidewire configuration, integration, and enterprise architecture
• Domain Knowledge: Deep expertise in P&C insurance operations (Policy, Claims, and Billing) and the insurance business
• Technical Stack: Proficiency in Gosu, Java, REST/SOAP APIs, Spring Boot, Docker, Kubernetes, cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), and CI/CD pipelines. Exposure to automation and AI is a plus
• Certifications: Guidewire ACE or professional-level certification in InsuranceSuite modules is preferred
• Guidewire Expertise: Extensive experience configuring Guidewire applications to align with business requirements (full insurance lifecycle). Rapid prototyping using Java/Gosu to build proofs-of-concept (POCs), and building/extending APIs connecting Guidewire systems to external platforms. Experience supporting both cloud and on-premise/client-cloud deployments
• AI Integration: Leveraging Generative AI (and machine learning models or pre-built AI tools) to enhance underwriting, claims processing, and customer service decision-making
• Software Implementation: Proven track record of leading large-scale software implementation projects, translating complex business requirements into functional specifications. Familiarity with Agile methodologies (Jira, Confluence), CI/CD tools (TeamCity, Jenkins), and Git version control
• Transformational Leadership: Strong ability to consult with customers, align business objectives with innovative solutions, and lead enterprise transformation initiatives
• Communication: Fluent business-level English (additional languages highly valued) with excellent communication skills to influence both technical and non-technical

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (Subsidized)
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (Company Provided)
• Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
• Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off – the employee will be eligible to accrue 15-25 paid days, depending on specific level and tenure with EPAM (accrual eligibility may change over time)
• Paid Holidays - nine (9) total per year
• Legal Plan and Identity Theft Protection
• Accident Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Program
• If otherwise eligible, participation in the discretionary annual bonus program
• If otherwise eligible and hired into a qualifying level, participation in the discretionary Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program