Join a Culture of Excellence and Collaboration as a Software Engineering Manager / Senior Manager
Are you a seasoned software engineering leader looking for a new challenge? Do you have a passion for driving technical innovation and excellence? We are seeking an experienced Manager / Senior Manager, Software Engineering to lead multiple product development teams and drive major platform and cloud service products.
About Guidewire
Guidewire is the platform Property and Casualty (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. With over 540+ insurers in 40 countries, from new ventures to the largest and most complex in the world, running on Guidewire, we are committed to enabling their success. Our unparalleled implementation track record with 1600+ successful projects, supported by the largest R&D team and partner ecosystem in the industry, sets us apart.
Job Summary
As a Manager / Senior Manager, Software Engineering, you will play a key role within the Application Platform organization, leading multiple product development teams and driving major platform and cloud service products. You will have the opportunity to impact and contribute to a complex application suite of products that generate over $1B dollars of revenue annually, mission-critical to 400+ enterprises serving more than a million users.
Key Responsibilities
- Attract, retain, develop, and motivate top-notch engineering talents: Build and lead high-performing teams of software engineers, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to ensure their success.
- Own the application development activities: Lead multiple Scrum teams in software product development, driving engineering best practices such as API-first, TDD, and GitOps.
- Drive engineering best practices: Coordinate the design, analysis, development, debugging, and improvement of Guidewire's Insurance products, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.
- Partner with product management and engineering leadership: Collaborate with product management and engineering leadership to set and deliver quarterly and annual goals, anticipating risks to execution and driving risk mitigation.
- Ensure effective collaboration and proactive communication: Foster a culture of trust, transparency, and open communication with stakeholders across the organization, ensuring seamless collaboration and issue resolution.
Essential Qualifications
- 12+ years of Software Development Experience: Experience in building SaaS and/or PaaS products, especially at a product company.
- 4+ years of experience in managing Software Engineers: Experience in managing software engineers, including performance and career management.
- 2+ years of managing multiple Scrum teams: Experience in managing multiple Scrum teams in software product development.
- Strong programming experience: Proficiency in languages such as Java, Go, Python, or other high-level languages.
- Public cloud technologies: Experience with public cloud technologies (AWS preferably), containerization, Kubernetes, CI/CD systems, and DevOps practices.
- System design principles: Solid understanding of system design principles, distributed systems, and architecture.
- Excellent communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for conveying technical information to all sorts of audiences.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with cloud-native technologies: Experience with cloud-native technologies such as serverless computing, containers, and Kubernetes.
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies: Familiarity with Agile methodologies such as Scrum, Kanban, or Lean.
- Experience with DevOps tools: Experience with DevOps tools such as Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes.
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Guidewire, we are committed to the growth and development of our employees. As a Manager / Senior Manager, Software Engineering, you will have opportunities to:
- Develop new skills: Develop new skills and expertise in areas such as cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data analytics.
- Lead high-performing teams: Lead high-performing teams of software engineers, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to ensure their success.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, engineering, and design, to drive innovation and excellence.
Work Environment and Company Culture
At Guidewire, we pride ourselves on a culture of excellence, collaboration, and innovation. Our work environment is:
- Remote-friendly: We offer flexible work arrangements, including remote work options.
- Collaborative: We foster a culture of collaboration, transparency, and open communication.
- Innovative: We encourage innovation and experimentation, providing opportunities for employees to develop new skills and expertise.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package, including:
- Competitive salary: A competitive salary range for this role.
- Comprehensive benefits: Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement savings: Retirement savings plan with company match.
- Paid time off: Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Conclusion
If you are a seasoned software engineering leader looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a Manager / Senior Manager, Software Engineering, you will have the opportunity to drive technical innovation and excellence, lead high-performing teams, and contribute to the growth and success of Guidewire.
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