Lead Guidewire PolicyCenter Software Development Engineer Test, SDET

American Family Insurance

. Define, execute, and evolve the Guidewire PolicyCenter functional and test automation strategy .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesSenior💰 $113,000 - $194,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Guidewire PolicyCenter and automation strategy, with a strong focus on quality assurance and testing innovations. Capable of leading cross-functional teams and aligning testing initiatives with organizational goals while driving continuous improvement in automation practices.

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Guidewire PolicyCenter ExperienceAutomation Strategy LeadershipCloud-Based CI/CD UnderstandingTest Data Management ExpertiseExceptional Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Automation FrameworksSoftware EngineeringTest Data ManagementData ValidationTest Case Design AnalysisMockup AnalysisPerformance TestingRisk CommunicationContinuous ImprovementMentorship and Training

Soft Skills

Strategic ThinkingConsensus BuildingCustomer-Driven SolutionsTeam DevelopmentVerbal and Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

PlaywrightKarate APISeleniumTesting ToolsAutomation Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Guidewire PolicyCenter Certification

Industry Keywords

Insurance Industry TechnologyQuality AssuranceTest AutomationIntegrated SystemsTesting Solutions

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudGuidewireSelenium

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define, execute, and evolve the Guidewire PolicyCenter functional and test automation strategy
Interpret business challenges and recommend innovative testing solutions aligned with enterprise Quality Assurance goals
Establish quality standards and best practices for framework design, versioning, and test environments
Negotiate and build consensus with cross-functional teams and leadership on technical decisions and testing objectives
Lead manual, automated, and performance test execution, readiness, and risk communications across policy, sales and service, billing, claims, and data systems
Research, evaluate, and implement innovations in testing tools and methodologies
Align regression coverage metrics and reporting on automation health and ROI with QA teams and leadership
Provide technical leadership and guidance to QA teams solving complex system and environment issues
Drive continuous improvement, team development, and large-scale automation initiatives
Complete other assignments or participate in projects based on skills, achievements, or experience
Travel up to 10%

Requirements

What you’ll need

Demonstrated experience with Guidewire PolicyCenter and integrated systems
Demonstrated experience providing customer-driven solutions, support, or service
Extensive experience in automation or software engineering, including in-depth knowledge of the insurance industry’s technology landscape
Extensive experience leading automation strategy in large, integrated systems
Subject matter expertise in one or more automation frameworks
Extensive understanding of cloud-based CI/CD, test environments, and coding/scripting languages
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and align testing initiatives with organizational goals
Demonstrated experience evaluating and implementing new tools and technologies
Extensive experience architecting scalable test solutions
Extensive experience analyzing mockups and recommending changes to requirements or test case designs
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex technical concepts to diverse audiences
Extensive experience in test data management and data validation
Demonstrated experience providing professional mentorship and training to others
Experience with automation tools such as Playwright, Karate API, Selenium, and similar technologies
Guidewire PolicyCenter certification completion preferred but not required
Must reside within approximately 50 miles of Madison, WI 53783
Sponsorship will not be considered unless specified in the posting
Offer contingent on applicable background checks
Offer contingent on signing a non-disclosure agreement

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation support for eligible candidates
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision and wellbeing benefits
Competitive 401(k) contribution
Pension plan
Annual incentive
9 paid holidays
Paid time off program (23 days accrued annually for full-time employees)
Student loan repayment program
Paid-family leave
In-person New Employee Orientation and relationship-building support