Software Engineer (Java)– Bengaluru, India

We are actively seeking a proactive and results-driven Software Engineer to join our esteemed product development team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in crafting high-quality software that enhances the daily experiences of millions of users across the globe. Our software ecosystem is vast, providing you with the opportunity to contribute to a complex suite of products serving over 350 companies in 32 countries.

Our software is designed to handle substantial data volumes and robust server loads, encompassing a cluster-safe persistence layer, an inter-application messaging architecture, an MVC Web layer, and more. As a member of our team, you will collaborate closely with exceptionally talented colleagues who prioritize teamwork and collective success over individual accolades. We value engineers who are not only eager to share their expertise but also attentive to details and dedicated to maintaining high-quality standards. Together, we tackle intricate challenges and find innovative solutions.

Your journey with us will begin with comprehensive training from day one. This includes gaining insights into our solutions and delving into the business aspects of our work. Each day promises a unique set of tasks, ranging from development to deployment, quarterly planning sessions, and daily standup meetings. You will have the opportunity to work with a very diverse team, not only from various parts of India but also from different continents, providing a rich experience of multiple cultures, food, travel, and fun.

If you're eager to make an impact, thrive in a collaborative environment, and relish the opportunity to work on complex problems, we encourage you to explore this exciting role further. Join us in delivering top-notch software solutions that shape the experiences of users worldwide

As a Software Engineer at Guidewire your typical day will consist of

• Solving Complex Problems: You'll dive into both business and technical challenges, distilling the right set of requirements and innovatively crafting solutions. Hence, strong and passionate problem-solving skills will be crucial for the success of this role.
• Research and Development: Identify the most suitable tools for each task and leverage them to design and build robust, adaptable solutions. You will have the opportunity to participate and implement your ideas in various avenues such as Innovation Days, Science Fairs, Hackathons, etc.
• Code Excellence: Prioritize code quality, striving continuously to enhance our Agile methodologies.
• Collaboration: Participate in development using Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) and pair programming methods.
• Mentoring: Act as a mentor and guide for junior engineers, nurturing a culture of ongoing learning and excellence in software development.
• Embracing Technological Advancements: Stay at the forefront of technology trends and innovations, infusing the team with fresh perspectives and inventive problem-solving approaches.
• Community: You will be able to participate in various activities through focus groups in Guidewire that help organize fun events, tech talks, environmental initiatives, social work, etc

Key qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or its equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in building n-tier web applications using Java-based technologies, including Java EE, Spring, Spring Boot, and Hibernate.
• At least 2 years of experience in enterprise software systems development, with expertise in relational databases (JDBC, ORM, data modeling, and design), system integration (messaging, REST services), and web UI.
• Fluency in data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
• Experience in agile and fast-paced development environments, with familiarity in Continuous Delivery and Continuous Integration practices.
• Proficiency in writing unit tests and creating testable components.
• Strong written communication and documentation skills.
• Solid background in software product development and successful delivery.
• Knowledge of Cloud Services (e.g., AWS/GCP/Azure) is considered a plus.

 The ideal candidate will share our core values: Collegiality, Integrity, and Rationality.

Collegiality - We value strong teams. We work together as professional equals. We strive to continuously improve our processes and make realistic assumptions to maintain a reasonable work-life balance. We are trusted to manage our own time. We value ideas, not titles. We welcome and consider contrary opinions.

Integrity - We insist on truthful relationships with customers, prospective customers, partners, investors, and each other in everything that we do.

Rationality - We communicate through clear arguments. We decide carefully based on factual evidence. We like calm, systematic, thoughtful solutions. We believe in testing. We never assume that we're building software the "best" way, and constantly seek to improve our processes.

About Guidewire

Guidewire is the platform P&C insurers trust to engage, innovate, and grow efficiently. We combine digital, core, analytics, and AI to deliver our platform as a cloud service. More than 540+ insurers in 40 countries, from new ventures to the largest and most complex in the world, run on Guidewire.

As a partner to our customers, we continually evolve to enable their success. We are proud of our unparalleled implementation track record with 1600+ successful projects, supported by the largest R&D team and partner ecosystem in the industry. Our Marketplace provides hundreds of applications that accelerate integration, localization, and innovation.

For more information, please visit www.guidewire.com and follow us on Twitter: @Guidewire_PandC.

Guidewire Software Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All offers are contingent upon passing a criminal history and other background checks where it's applicable to the position.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.