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Guidewire Business analyst- Onsite

Cognizant1 day ago
Toronto, ON
Mid Level
full_time

Top Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Paid Holidays and Time Off
401(k) Plan with Contributions

About the role

Cognizant (NASDAQ: CTSH) is a leading provider of information technology, consulting, and business process outsourcing services, dedicated to helping the world's leading companies build stronger businesses. Headquartered in Teaneck, New Jersey (U.S.). Cognizant is a member of the NASDAQ-100, the S&P 500, the Forbes Global 1000, and the Fortune 500 and we are among the top performing and fastest growing companies in the world.

This position does not offer visa sponsorship; only candidates who are visa-independent are eligible to apply.

**Job Summary:**Guidewire BA- Onsite role at Toronto, ON

We are seeking Lead Guidewire Policy/Claims Business Analysts with 8-10 years of experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise in collaboration tools like Confluence and Jira and a strong background in insurance products particularly Guidewire. This hybrid role requires a proactive individual who can drive product development and ensure alignment with business goals.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the product development process by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define product vision and strategy.
  • Oversee the implementation of Guidewire tools and accelerators to enhance product functionality and efficiency.
  • Provide expertise in insurance products ensuring that all product features align with industry standards and customer needs.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into actionable product features.
  • Utilize Confluence and Jira to manage project documentation and track progress effectively.
  • Ensure seamless integration of GW PolicyCenter/ClaimCenter Functional capabilities into existing systems.
  • Drive continuous improvement by analyzing product performance and implementing necessary enhancements.
  • Facilitate communication between technical teams and business units to ensure alignment and clarity.
  • Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform product development strategies.
  • Ensure all product deliverables meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to develop product launch plans and promotional strategies.
  • Provide training and support to end-users to maximize product adoption and satisfaction. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of MS Office tools to streamline project management tasks.

Qualifications

  • Possess extensive experience in using collaboration tools such as Confluence and Jira.
  • Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of Guidewire tools and accelerators.
  • Have a strong understanding of insurance products and industry practices.
  • Exhibit proficiency in GW ClaimCenter/ PolicyCenter Functional capabilities.
  • Show expertise in using MS Office for project management and documentation tasks.
  • Display excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Be adept at analyzing market trends to drive product innovation.

Application Accepted: 11/30/2025

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

  • Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
  • Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) plan and contributions
  • Long-term/Short-term Disability
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, creativity, productivity, and helps us build better solutions for our clients. We want someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration.

If you are content with ambiguity, excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we’d love to hear from you!

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About Cognizant

IT Services and IT Consulting
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Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we’re improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.