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Guidewire Policy Center QA Manager (On-site)Florham Park, NJPurchase, NYConshohocken, PA, Charlotte, NC (Hybrid- 3 days on-site and 2 days remote)Job Description-This is a strategic role responsible for the overall testing strategy and execution spanning multiple Guidewire Policy Center implementations.Well versed in defining the testing strategy, estimations, capacity planning, execution, and reporting.Hands-on experience in smoke and performance testing.Exposure to SDET is required.Candidate will have direct ownership and accountability for testing and testing teams spanning multiple products and teams partnering with Portfolio Leads, Business Owners, Development leads and other stakeholders.Collaborates closely alongside other Test Leaders to ensure integrated systems consistently meet or exceed the quality standardsEnsures all Guidewire migrations, greenfield implementations and on-going enhancements are tested effectively and efficientlyResponsible for QA policy decisions, process improvements across all programs. Drives and takes ownership of the testing roadmaps, projects and deliverables supporting the Portfolios they oversee.Ensures quality governance standards are being consistently adhered to and delivered in a cost-effective fashion.Promotes and facilitates expanded use of Automated Testing, Test Data Management, integrated testing supporting CICD across supported areas.Provides input into key decision-making activities with IT Leadership by advising on best practices and providing alternative solutions to complex issues during project execution as needed to ensure adequate quality and governance.Oversees estimation and staffing exercises and assists in the management of budgets across QA Services.Acts as a thought leader in researching and presenting innovative ways to solve complex QA issues. Think analytically, critically and creatively to identify viable options from conception to executionEducation & ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related work experience.Typically 5+ years in a LeadershipManagement role within Quality Assurance7+ years of experience supporting Guidewire PolicyCenter with experience on latest GWPC version for US P&C Insurance, experience on ClaimCentre is a plusAround 20 years of Information Technology experience spanning IT Applications Development, Quality AssuranceExperience managing and maximizing IT vendor partner relationships.Extensive knowledge of testing frameworks and practices supporting functional, performance, security and accessibility testing in a devops culture.Excellent project management skills and ability to organize and plan effectively to meet project goalsStrong interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external business partners at all levels.Proven ability to work well under pressure while maintaining a professional image and approach. Acts with a sense of urgency while achieving quality results and identifying and resolving problems and issues within the scope of responsibility.Solid technical experience and strategical knowledge of multiple test automation disciplines Previous experience building and leveraging automated testing supporting Guidewire is mandatoryHas previous experience supporting an enterprise-wide, metrics driven quality governance practice.Possesses expertise and experience optimizing software testing and improving overall quality through use of technology & toolsIT Quality Assurance & Guidewire certifications are plus