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Are you a visionary technical architect ready to drive transformation from the inside out? At Guidewire, we are redefining how insurance operates through the power of data analytics, AI, and machine learning. Join us as a Senior Architect, Data Analytics / AI-ML and play a critical role in developing scalable, cloud-native platforms that tackle some of the industry’s most pressing challenges, including cybersecurity threats—ranked the #1 global risk.

Guidewire is the AWS of insurance. Trusted by 540+ insurers across 40 countries, our platform is the backbone of modern insurance operations. If you're passionate about solving complex challenges with cutting-edge technology, this is your opportunity to be part of a team revolutionizing an industry.

What You’ll Do

• Architect and Lead: Design and deliver a scalable, cloud-native analytics platform, driving technical vision and execution across teams.
• Be Hands-On: Spend 30% of your time coding, ensuring technical excellence and scalability.
• Innovate Smartly: Assess emerging technologies to build solutions that balance operational efficiency, cost, and security.
• Shape Strategy: Collaborate with product managers, data scientists, and domain experts to define requirements and craft impactful solutions.
• Drive Adoption: Represent Guidewire’s technical strategy to prospective customers and stakeholders, building trust through expertise.
• Set Standards: Mentor junior engineers, enforce best practices, and ensure alignment with well-architected principles.

What You Bring

• Proven Expertise: 5+ years of experience designing and delivering scalable data analytics and ML solutions in cloud environments like AWS (EKS, ECS, SageMaker, Redshift, etc.).
• Big Data Mastery: Deep knowledge of distributed systems like Spark, Kafka, and open formats like Parquet and Iceberg.
• Technical Depth: Proficient in languages like Python, Java, or Scala, with a strong foundation in microservices and container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
• Cyber-Savvy: Hands-on knowledge of cybersecurity concepts for operating systems, cloud infrastructure, and network protocols.
• Leadership and Collaboration: A proven track record of influencing teams and aligning stakeholders around a unified vision.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences, from engineers to C-suite executives.

Preferred Experience

• Industry Knowledge: Experience in InsurTech, FinTech, or P&C insurance domains.
• ML Expertise: Hands-on experience operationalizing ML models (MLOps) and familiarity with GenAI frameworks like LLMs.
• Visionary Mindset: A hunger to push boundaries and explore the future of AI in solving high-impact problems.

Why Join Guidewire?

At Guidewire, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s in our DNA. We support underwriters crafting policies, agents settling claims, and businesses protecting against emerging risks like cybersecurity threats.

What We Offer You

• Competitive Compensation: A base salary range of $144,000 - $240,000 with bonus, equity, and benefits.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work options, wellness programs, and generous paid leave.
• Growth and Development: Opportunities to lead, learn, and grow in a collaborative environment backed by an industry leader.
• Impactful Work: Be part of a team tackling critical challenges that redefine the future of insurance.
• Inclusive Culture: We believe in diversity and the strength it brings. Your unique perspective is not only welcomed—it’s celebrated.