Description : About the Role :
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Guidewire Data Migration Architect with experienced in planning, designing, and executing data migration strategies for Guidewire implementations.
You will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth and accurate transition of legacy data into Guidewire systems, including PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, and ClaimCenter.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Guidewire data models, ETL tools, insurance domain knowledge, and a proven track record of leading data migration activities in complex environments.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead the end-to-end data migration effort for Guidewire implementations and upgrades (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, ClaimCenter).
- Define the data migration strategy, scope, and roadmap in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Analyze legacy data sources and map data to Guidewire data models.
- Design and develop data migration architecture, data transformation rules, and validation processes.
- Build ETL pipelines using tools such as Informatica, Talend, SSIS, or Guidewire DataHub / InfoCenter.
- Perform data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and loading activities.
- Conduct data quality checks, reconciliation, and validation to ensure completeness and accuracy.
- Collaborate with business analysts, data modelers, QA teams, and developers to ensure successful migration.
- Work with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot migration issues and ensure data integrity post-migration.
- Create and maintain technical documentation, data mapping sheets, and migration scripts.
- Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior developers and data engineers.
- Ensure adherence to data security, compliance, and governance policies during migration.
Required Skills & Qualifications :
Minimum 4 years of experience in Guidewire data migration projects, with hands-on experience in at least one of the core modules (PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, ClaimCenter).Strong understanding of Guidewire data model, entity relationships, and configuration / customization aspects.Experience in ETL tools such as Informatica, Talend, SSIS, or equivalent.Strong skills in SQL and data transformation logic.Experience with data quality and validation frameworks.Proficiency in designing data migration frameworks and reusable components.Experience with Guidewire DataHub / InfoCenter is a strong advantage.Good understanding of the insurance domain, especially Property & Casualty (P&C) lines.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.Ability to work in an agile development environment and collaborate with distributed teams(ref : hirist.tech)