Sr. Software Engineer-Guidewire

Posted 16 Days Ago
Chicago, IL
Hybrid
Senior level
Cloud • Insurance • Professional Services • Analytics • Cybersecurity
The Role
The Sr. Software Engineer at CNA is responsible for analyzing client requirements, developing and testing business applications, maintaining systems, and ensuring quality through code reviews and documentation. The role involves consulting with clients, designing solutions, and supporting implementations while using various technologies including Guidewire.
Summary Generated by Built In

You have a clear vision of where your career can go. And we have the leadership to help you get there. At CNA, we strive to create a culture in which people know they matter and are part of something important, ensuring the abilities of all employees are used to their fullest potential.
CNA seeks to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees that helps them - and their family members - achieve their physical, financial, emotional and social wellbeing goals.
For a detailed look at CNA's benefits, check out our Candidate Guide .
Under technical direction, analyzes client area requirements and processes, prepares application system specifications, and programs automated solutions or integrates applications to resolve business problems. Maintains centrally developed systems. The focus of this position will be designing or developing business applications and/or designing or developing alternative solutions.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:

  • Performs a combination of duties in accordance with departmental guidelines:
  • Evaluates defined client area requirements and processes (e.g., new enhancements or maintenance) and detailed designs and develops moderate to complex application program solutions.
  • Ensures quality of application solutions by performing code review with peers, creating documentation, implementing code, verifying program logic, performing defect root cause analysis, and completing unit and integration testing. Participates in systems testing with other IT staff.
  • Assists with the high level design of solutions. Consults with the client area to analyze system requirements and capabilities, identify associated risks, and resolve problems. May act as a liaison between clients and applications area.
  • Researches and evaluates new and/or alternative solutions, and recommends the most efficient and cost effective solution for the systems/program design and develops system specifications and procedures. May include integrating vendor applications and consulting resources into existing applications and resources.
  • In conjunction with operations area technical staff, supports the implementation of the application into production and testing environments. May confer with technical personnel to identify and resolve issues.


Reporting Relationship
Typically Manager or above
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
1. Requires a broad knowledge of the system development life cycle, and system and application
program development alternatives.
2. Strong knowledge of client area's functions and systems.
3. Solid knowledge of application development support software packages
4. Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
5. Understanding of interface design and user centered work methods.
6. Requires solid communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively among all levels of internal/external business partners/clients.
7. Advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office suite and other business related software systems or languages including, but not limited to Mainframe, DB2, UNIX, Oracle, Websphere J2EE Java, Peoplesoft, Business Objects, and ETL. Must be proficient in at least one higher level programming language, databases and interfaces. Other technologies will apply dependent on business area supported.
8. Experience with Guidewire platform (Gosu / UI / Data Model) implementations is REQUIRED.
9. Experience and knowledge with Guidewire Cloud Platform implementation is a plus.
10. Experience and knowledge with Guidewire portal such as ProducerEngage is a plus.
11. Ability to multitask in a fast-paced dynamic workforce.
Education and Experience
1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
2. Typically a minimum four to seven years of application program development experience.
3. Guidewire PolicyCenter certification is a plus .
As determined by CNA and depending on the applicant's experience and/or qualifications, candidates may be hired into one of two Software Engineering positions: Software Engineer or Senior Software Engineer. Typically 4-7+ years of related experience.
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CNA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact [email protected] .

Top Skills

Java

What the Team is Saying

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
7,000 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1897

What We Do

CNA is one of the largest U.S. commercial property and casualty insurance companies. Backed by more than 125 years of experience, CNA provides a broad range of standard and specialized insurance products and services for businesses and professionals in the U.S., Canada and Europe.

As a company of allies, we understand the importance of fostering an inclusive and supportive culture for all employees. Our eight Employee Resource Groups elevate the voices of underrepresented groups and champion critical DEI initiatives in the workplace and beyond. We strive to promote an environment of inclusion and continuously work to ensure all employees feel valued and respected.

Why Work With Us

CNA knows the importance of having the tools you need to expand your expertise and develop your career. With a variety of cross-discipline and cross-functional opportunities, CNA provides you with the tools and resources needed to customize your career path and understand what is needed to be effective in your role.

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Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.

Typical time on-site: Flexible
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HQChicago, IL
Located in the heart of the loop, CNA’s headquarters are at 151 N Franklin. With close proximity to both L and Metra stations.

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