Staff Software Engineer - Application Platform

Guidewire Software

United States
Base: $169,000 - $253,000; bonus/equity: annual co...
Onsite
10+ years backend software engineering experience
Experience with coding agents and automation tools
Deep expertise in java, javascript, typescript, or python
Guidewire Software is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Application Platform team, focusing on developing tools and infrastructure for modern insurance applications. The ideal candidate will possess extensive backend engineering experience and leadership skills, working onsite to enhance platform reliability and security

Job Summary

  • You will lead the design and development of Guidewire's application platform, focusing on backend services while leveraging AI coding tools to accelerate development.
  • The role requires deep expertise in system design and building core platform services with a strong track record of ensuring quality, scalability, availability, and security.
  • Guidewire offers market-competitive pay ranging from $169,000 to $253,000, along with flexible work environments, health benefits, and paid time off programs.

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Guidewire Software is seeking a Staff Software Engineer for their Application Platform team, focusing on developing tools and infrastructure for modern insurance applications. The ideal candidate will possess extensive backend engineering experience and leadership skills, working onsite to enhance platform reliability and security.

Salary

Base: $169,000 - $253,000; Bonus/Equity: Annual company bonus plan, commissions, and/or long term incentive awards available; Benefits: Health, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, retirement plan

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years backend software engineering experience
  • Experience with coding agents and automation tools
  • Deep expertise in Java, JavaScript, TypeScript, or Python
  • Building APIs, microservices, and distributed systems at scale
  • Experience with Kubernetes and infrastructure as code

Nice-to-have

  • Flexibility to work with frontend technologies
  • Mentoring and guiding engineering teams
  • Culture of continuous improvement and collaboration
  • Customer-centricity in technical delivery

Key Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in backend software engineering
  • Senior level onsite full-time role based in the United States

Work Rights

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