FBS SR Solutions Engineer (Guidewire)

About the job

FBS – Farmer Business Services is part of Farmers Insurance operations with the purpose of building a global approach to identifying, recruiting, hiring, and retaining top talent. By combining international reach with US expertise, we build diverse and high-performing teams that are equipped to thrive in today’s competitive marketplace.

We believe that the foundation of every successful business lies in having the right people with the right skills. That is where we come in—helping Farmers build a winning team that delivers consistent and sustainable results.

Since we don’t have a local legal entity, we’ve partnered with Capgemini, which acts as the Employer of Record. Capgemini is responsible for managing local payroll and benefits.

What to expect on your journey with us:

• A solid and innovative company with a strong market presence

• A dynamic, diverse, and multicultural work environment

• Leaders with deep market knowledge and strategic vision

• Continuous learning and development

This position collaborates with business stakeholders, solution engineers, architects and Agile teams to deliver Guidewire configuration and integration solutions that support complex insurance initiatives. The role serves as a subject matter resource for the Guidewire platform, providing system level perspectives and implementing technical solutions aligned with business and architectural objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimizing Guidewire configuration, building reliable integrations using APIs and messaging frameworks
• Improving development and deployment processes through CI/CD and DevOps practices.
• Ensures successful technology delivery across lines of business and the enterprise
• Working knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and version control systems.
• Actively participates in Agile and SAFe ceremonies including PI Planning, Sprint Planning, backlog refinement, daily stand ups, system demos, and retrospectives, delivering committed sprint and PI objectives. No certification required

Requirements

• Over 9 years of experience required in a similar role
• Data Architecture & Governance Experience (PLUS)
• Full English Fluency
• 2Hrs Overlap with US Time zone (Pacific Time) Flexibility

Technical Skills

• Guidewire policy center 9.0.5 and 10 development and GOSU language Experience (MUST);
• Policy center Specialization certificate PLUS
• Cloud Policy Center (PLUS)
• PolicyCenter Data model; Guidewire Rating Engine; PolicyCenter Product Model and PolicyCenter integration in GOSU and PCF
• Web Service; Batch and Plugin; - Advanced (7+ Years)
• Java (MUST); J2EE; Hibernate; Spring; Spring JPA; SpringBoot; DB2; SQL Server; Oracle; - Advanced (7+ Years)
• Production experience, E2E, document gathering, process,

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence
• Demonstrated problem solving skills and resolve complex technical issues
• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities.
• In-depth knowledge of software architecture principles and design patterns

Benefits

This position comes with competitive compensation and benefits package:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career development and training opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements (remote and/or office-based)
• Dynamic and inclusive work culture within a globally renowned group
• Private Health Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development

Important Hiring Conditions and Disclosures

By applying for this position, candidates acknowledge and agree that:

• Personal Data Processing: The personal data provided during the recruitment and selection process will be collected, processed, and retained for legitimate recruitment and compliance purposes, in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy laws and FBS internal policies.

• Legal Authorization to Work: Employment with FBS is conditional upon the candidate having valid, local legal authorization to work in the country where the role is based at the time of hire. FBS does not sponsor or obtain work authorization unless explicitly stated.

• Exclusivity of Employment and Conflict of Interest: Upon acceptance of an offer and during employment with FBS, employees will not be permitted to engage in parallel employment, professional activities, or paid work for other entities. Any ownership, partnership, directorship, or participation in other businesses or companies must be fully disclosed and formally reviewed in accordance with FBS internal conflict‑of‑interest and external engagement policies prior to the start date or as soon as such circumstances arise.

Failure to comply with these conditions may impact the hiring decision or employment continuation.