Guidewire Senior Software Engineer

Company Overview

Alfa Insurance is an A-rated insurance carrier that offers an excellent array of automobile, home, life, farm and business insurance products. Alfa is known for its superior customer service and boasts 94% claims satisfaction. Since its humble beginnings in 1946, Alfa and its affiliates now serve more than 1 million customers across 14 states.

Working as a Guidewire Senior Software Engineer for Alfa Insurance offers a remarkable opportunity that extends beyond the mere task of designing, developing, and supporting software applications and integrations. It entails joining a revered company built on principles of faith, family, community, and unwavering integrity. By becoming a member of the Alfa family, you can uncover your true purpose and actively contribute to enhancing the lives of our valued policyholders and making a positive impact in your community.

Job Summary

As a Guidewire Senior Software Engineer, you will play a vital role in designing and developing Guidewire software applications and related components both independently and as part of a team. You will be a part of our dynamic Guidewire Configuration Team where you will apply your expertise in gathering, documenting, understanding and articulating functional and non-functional already defined business requirements.


Responsibilities

• Responsible for designing, developing, and supporting the Guidewire software applications and related components both independently and as part of a team.
• Assist in the process of gathering, understanding, and articulating, functional, non-functional, and business requirements that are already defined.
• Research and troubleshoot issues across different environments in order to rectify system problems in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related area of study related to Computer Science, Mathematics, or Engineering is required. Or bachelor's degree required with 10 years' experience in software development.
• At least 3 years of on-the-job experience coding and developing in Guidewire required. Or at least 2 years of on-the-job experience coding and developing in Guidewire required and having attained the GW Certified Professional certification.
• Experience in Java, GOSU, XML, Insurance Vertical Experience, SQL Server, a modern code repository, (i.e. BitBucket, GitHub, etc.).
• Guidewire PolicyCenter experience is a plus, but not required.
• Proven experience in or knowledge of all SDLC components.
• Competent communication skills (sending and receiving), including clear and timely communication on business issues and assignments with peers, management, and product owners.

This position will allow for remote work in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nevada, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, & Virginia. Applicant may be required to travel to Montgomery corporate headquarters at supervisor's request for meetings and/or training sessions.


Benefits/Perks

• Opportunity for annual performance bonus
• Discounts on your auto insurance (underwriting approval required)
• Benefits include: Health, dental, supplemental cancer, vision insurance and 401(k) plan
• Paid Time Off Bank to include 3 days PTO available after first 80 hours worked for New Hires
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible Healthcare and Childcare spending accounts for tax savings
• Opportunities for advancement
• Continuous training and support throughout your career with Alfa
• College tuition discounts at various colleges in Alabama
• Fitness center
• Onsite cafeteria
• Access to onsite childcare center