Entry-level Guidewire Business Analyst & Technology Analyst
This entry-level role at Confidential Client offers training and hands-on experience as either a Guidewire Technology Analyst or Business Analyst within the Property & Casualty insurance domain. The position involves configuring Guidewire applications, supporting development and testing, or gathering and analyzing business requirements to translate insurance needs into functional specifications. Working in a hybrid environment, the role emphasizes learning insurance processes, Agile methodologies, and cloud-based Guidewire implementations while collaborating with global teams to deliver technology solutions.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT (Insurance Technology).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
Role Overview
This entry-level program trains candidates for two parallel tracks within a Guidewire practice supporting Property & Casualty (P&C) insurance platforms. The role is ideal for early-career candidates interested in Guidewire, P&C insurance processes, and cloud-based enterprise platforms.
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Track 1 — Guidewire Technology Analyst (Developer / Configurator)
- Configure and customize Guidewire applications using Guidewire Studio and Gosu
- Support development across PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, BillingCenter, and ContactManager
- Build and test integrations between Guidewire and external/internal systems
- Participate in unit, system testing, and defect resolution
- Work in Agile teams and follow SDLC best practices
- Learn Guidewire Cloud Platform (GWCP) concepts and modernization patterns
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Track 2 — Guidewire Business Analyst (Functional Analyst)
- Learn end-to-end P&C insurance processes (Policy, Claims, Billing)
- Gather, analyze, and document business and functional requirements
- Translate business needs into Guidewire functional specifications
- Support configuration design decisions and validate system behavior
- Participate in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and business validation
- Collaborate closely with developers, QA, and client stakeholders
What You’ll Learn & Career Development
- Guidewire InsuranceSuite (PolicyCenter, ClaimCenter, BillingCenter, ContactManager, DataHub)
- P&C insurance products, regulatory concepts, and business processes
- Agile delivery models, consulting practices, and SDLC workflows
- Integration patterns, data & reporting concepts on insurance platforms
- Cloud-based Guidewire implementations, upgrades, and GWCP features
- Clear career growth pathways within a global Guidewire practice
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent (preferred majors: CS, Software Engineering, IT/IS, Business Technology, Insurance, Finance, Analytics)
- Some Java experience or coursework preferred; willingness to learn Guidewire/Gosu
- Strong interest in the insurance industry and enterprise platforms
- Analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving mindset
- Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate with geographically distributed project teams
- Self-motivated, eager to learn new technologies, and committed to continuous improvement
- Exposure to insurance systems, financial services, or regulated industries is a plus (not required)
Location & Start Dates
- New hires will be deployed to the confidential client’s office in Charlotte, NC. This program operates on a hybrid schedule requiring in-office presence at least two days per week.
- Applicants must be willing to relocate to the Charlotte, NC area.
- Anticipated start window: August 2026 (exact start dates will be shared during the hiring process).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $65,000 per year (salary depends on experience and qualifications)
- Eligible for discretionary annual incentive program (subject to plan terms)
- Benefits (subject to eligibility): medical/dental/vision, life insurance, paid time off & holidays, 401(k) and contributions, short/long-term disability, paid parental leave, employee stock purchase plan
Work Authorization
- Due to the nature of this role, the confidential client cannot provide sponsorship for U.S. work authorization (including participation in CPT/OPT programs). Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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