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At PwC, our team in business application consulting specializes in providing consulting services for a variety of business applications, aiding clients in optimizing their operational efficiency. We analyze client needs, implement software solutions, and offer training and support for the seamless integration and utilization of business applications. This enables clients to achieve their strategic objectives. As a Guidewire developer at PwC, your focus will be on developing and customizing applications using the Guidewire platform, a software suite that equips insurance companies with tools for policy administration, claims management, and billing. Your responsibilities will include designing, coding, and testing software solutions tailored to the specific requirements of insurance organizations. In this role, you are expected to be driven by curiosity and be a dependable member of a team. The dynamic environment at PwC requires you to adapt to working with diverse clients and team members, each presenting unique challenges and scopes. Every experience is viewed as an opportunity for learning and growth. Taking ownership and consistently delivering high-quality work that adds value for our clients and contributes to team success are essential aspects of this role. As you progress within the firm, you will establish a reputation for yourself, paving the way for more opportunities. Key skills, knowledge, and experiences required for success in this position include but are not limited to: - Having a learning mindset and taking ownership of your development - Valuing diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others - Cultivating habits that sustain high performance and foster personal growth - Actively listening, seeking clarity through questioning, and articulating ideas effectively - Soliciting, reflecting on, acting upon, and providing feedback - Gathering information from various sources to analyze facts and identify patterns - Demonstrating an understanding of how businesses operate and developing commercial awareness - Adhering to professional and technical standards, upholding the firm's code of conduct, and meeting independence requirements Joining PwC Acceleration Centers (ACs) presents an opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting various services, ranging from Advisory to Assurance, Tax, and Business Services. In these innovative hubs, you will engage in challenging projects and deliver distinctive services that enhance the quality and innovation of client engagements. You will also participate in dynamic and digitally enabled training programs designed to enhance your technical and professional skills. Required Experience: 3 to 5 years Educational Qualification: BTech/BE/MTech/MS/MCA/MBA Skills: - Proficiency in the insurance domain with a background in Property & Casualty - Hands-on experience with at least one of the Guidewire products (Claim/Policy/Billing, Rating, Thunderhead Forms, Legacy Conversion) Version 8.x/above - Expertise in configuration, integration, conversion, or Rating streams - Strong knowledge of the Guidewire platform (Gosu scripting/UI/Data Model) - Familiarity with Web services (SOAP/REST), XML - Experience with Oracle/SQL Server databases and proficiency in SQL - Exposure to SCRUM Agile methodology, preferably Certified Scrum Master (CSM) - Good understanding of servers like Tomcat/JBoss - Experience with GW Cloud is advantageous - Strong written and oral communication skills - Excellent analytical abilities Additional skills for Tech Lead and Senior Tech Leads: - Sound knowledge in software architecture and design patterns - Proficiency in estimation, team leadership, code review, and mentoring - Involvement in at least two Guidewire implementations - Additional skills like Thunderhead/MuleSoft Integration experience are beneficial Roles and Responsibilities: - Review estimates and propose updates for your module - Design and develop as per requirements in a timely manner - Support testing and address client queries - Communicate and collaborate with the onsite team - Participate in scrum calls, provide status reports - Engage in Center of Excellence activities and training as needed - Assist with sprint planning and collaborate with teams from different locations and clients - Analyze client requirements and provide guidance to the team - Perform design and code reviews - Support testing, client queries, and interface with the onsite team,
