Guidewire Solution Architect

Markham, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 16, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Lead · 10+ years
Apply by: Apr 13, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Define and lead end-to-end Guidewire architecture for implementations, upgrades, cloud migrations, integrations, and modernization initiatives. Guide technical design and governance, collaborate across business and delivery teams, mentor technical staff, and support client solutioning and program delivery.

Job details

We are seeking a seasoned Guidewire Architect to define and deliver enterprise-grade architecture solutions that span underwriting, policy, billing, claims, and commercial insurance workflows. In this role, Define end to end solution architecture for Guidewire implementations, upgrades, cloud migrations, and integrations. Lead architecture discussions with client stakeholders and provide strategic technology direction. Design Guidewire applications leveraging best practices, extensibility frameworks, and configuration standards. Architect integrations with third party systems using REST, SOAP APIs, messaging, and middleware platforms. Review technical designs, code, performance optimization approaches, and deployment strategies. Collaborate with business teams to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions. Drive Guidewire Cloud adoption, modernization, and digital transformation initiatives. Ensure adherence to enterprise security, compliance, and architecture governance standards. Mentor developers, leads, and architects across Guidewire programs. Support estimation, solutioning, RFPs, client presentations, and technology roadmaps. Lead architecture reviews, proof of concepts, and technical risk assessments. Work closely with DevOps, QA, Data, and Integration teams to ensure successful program delivery.

What you’ll do

Requirements

The role calls for a seasoned Guidewire architect with expertise across underwriting, policy, billing, claims, and commercial insurance workflows. It also requires experience designing integrations and scalable solutions, guiding technical teams and stakeholders, and addressing security, compliance, performance, and architecture governance.