Guidewire Software is a leading platform for P&C insurers, and they are seeking an early-career Software Engineer to join their Product Development & Operations team. The role involves designing, building, and supporting components of the Guidewire Cloud Platform on Kubernetes and AWS, while working in a collaborative and agile environment.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the design and development of microservices and platform components that power Guidewire Cloud Platform, using Kubernetes and AWS as core technologies
- Implement features and fixes in collaboration with senior engineers, following established coding standards, design patterns, and security best practices
- Help build and improve tools and automation that support deployment, scaling, monitoring, and maintenance of distributed cloud services
- Write and maintain unit, integration, and end-to-end tests to ensure code quality and reliability as part of our CI/CD pipelines
- Assist in improving observability through logging, metrics, and tracing to help teams detect, debug, and resolve issues more quickly
- Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and agile ceremonies, learning from peers while contributing your own ideas and perspectives
- Learn and apply 12-factor app and microservices principles, and help evolve standards for APIs and service integration as you grow in the role
Skills
- Demonstrated ability to embrace AI and apply it to your current role as well as data-driven insights to drive innovation, productivity, and continuous improvement
- Minimum 1 year of professional software engineering experience (or equivalent combination of internships, co-ops, or substantial projects)
- Proficiency in at least one modern programming language such as Java, Golang, Node.js, or Python
- Basic understanding of REST APIs and/or gRPC and how services communicate in a distributed system
- Familiarity with Linux and containerization concepts (Docker or similar) and interest in learning Kubernetes
- Exposure to at least one major cloud platform (AWS, GCP, or Azure) through coursework, internships, or prior roles
- Fundamental knowledge of software engineering best practices: version control (e.g., Git), testing, debugging, and documentation
- Strong problem-solving skills, curiosity to learn new technologies, and a collaborative mindset in team environments
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience (coursework, projects, or internships) with Kubernetes, Docker, or other container orchestration tools
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools and practices (e.g., automated builds, tests, and deployments)
- Exposure to observability tools (logging, metrics, tracing) and interest in building reliable distributed systems
- Experience working in agile teams or participating in team-based software projects
Benefits
- Flexible work environment
- Health and wellness benefits
- Paid time off programs including volunteer time off
- Market-competitive pay and incentive programs
- Continual development and internal career growth opportunities, including mentorship and access to training on cloud, Kubernetes, and AI tools
- All full-time positions or part-time roles working 30 hours or more a week at Guidewire are eligible for benefits that support their health and well-being including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and a company sponsored retirement plan
- Some roles may be eligible for the annual company bonus plan, commissions, and/or long term incentive awards which are contingent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, company and employee performance
- All new hires participate in our in-person orientation, which helps you build meaningful connections, understand our culture, and quickly align to Guidewire’s mission and customer-focused values
- Guidewire provides accommodations to the hiring process to create a fair opportunity for candidates with disabilities to contend for open positions
- Accommodation requests should be directed to [email protected]
- If things do not go as hoped, we invite you to use our appeals process
Company Overview
Guidewire Software provides core back-end systems software to the global property, casual and worker's compensation insurance industry. It was founded in 2001, and is headquartered in San Mateo, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.guidewire.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Guidewire Software has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 21 in 2026, 78 in 2025, 80 in 2024, 85 in 2023, 117 in 2022, 108 in 2021, 148 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.