Role Summary :
We are looking for a quality-driven Guidewire PolicyCenter QA Engineer to join our Guidewire delivery practice. This role demands in-depth testing experience across PolicyCenter modules and a solid understanding of Guidewires data model, integration architecture, and policy transactions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, reliable, and robust PolicyCenter implementations.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead and execute functional, regression, and integration testing for Guidewire PolicyCenter implementations across various LOBs (Lines of Business).
- Review and interpret business requirements, BRDs, functional specifications, and technical documentation to derive test scenarios and ensure test coverage.
- Design, develop, and execute detailed manual and automated test cases for PolicyCenter workflows, UI, business rules, and integrations.
- Validate rating logic, underwriting rules, and policy lifecycle events (Quote, Bind, Issue, Endorsement, Renewal, Cancellation, etc.).
- Perform backend data validation using complex SQL queries across multiple database schemas and integration layers.
- Conduct web services and API-level testing (REST / SOAP), particularly for edge integrations with external systems.
- Log, triage, and track defects using enterprise tools such as JIRA, HP ALM, or similar platforms.
- Work in Agile Scrum teams, actively participating in daily standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and sprint reviews.
- Ensure readiness of QA environments, test data creation, and test environment configurations before execution cycles.
- Contribute to QA process optimization, risk identification, and quality metric reporting across the SDLC.
Required Qualifications & Technical Skills :
3+ years of QA experience with a strong focus on Guidewire PolicyCenter (v9 or higher).In-depth knowledge of PolicyCenter architecture, product model, user screens, activities, and job workflows.Proficient in SQL for backend data verification and experience working with complex relational databases.Hands-on experience with API testing using Postman, SoapUI, or similar tools.Solid understanding of Guidewire integration testing, including messaging, web services, and batch jobs.Familiarity with Agile methodologies and iterative development practices.Proficient with tools such as JIRA, Xray, qTest, or HP ALM for defect tracking and test management.Preferred / Nice to Have Skills :
Experience in test automation using Selenium, Cucumber, TestNG, or equivalent frameworks.Exposure to other Guidewire modules such as BillingCenter or ClaimCenter.Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines using Jenkins, Azure DevOps, or similar DevOps toolchains.Understanding of policy lifecycle in commercial or personal lines insurance domain.ISTQB or relevant testing certifications are a plus.(ref : hirist.tech)