to lead and manage the migration of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter to a cloud-based environment. The successful candidate will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of this mission-critical project, ensuring alignment with business objectives, technical requirements, and timelines. This role requires expertise in enterprise software migrations, cloud technologies, and Guidewire products, as well as strong leadership skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Req# 924718094
Responsibilities
Project Leadership:
Lead and manage the end-to-end migration project of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter from on premise environment to the cloud
Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, deliverables, and budgets for both systems
Ensure project alignment with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices
Ensure performance of implementation vendor(s)
Stakeholder Management:
Collaborate with business leaders, IT teams, and third-party vendors to ensure project objectives for both PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter are clearly defined and met
Communicate project progress, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including executive leadership, in a clear and timely manner
Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications
Risk and Issue Management:
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure smooth migration of both PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter
Proactively address issues and roadblocks to minimize project delays and disruptions
Team Coordination:
Coordinate cross-functional teams, including developers, architects, testers, and business analysts, ensuring effective collaboration and resource allocation across both PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter migration efforts
Provide guidance and support to team members to achieve project goals
Technical Oversight:
Work closely with technical teams to ensure proper design, configuration, and implementation of Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter in the cloud environment
Ensure data integrity, system interoperability, and security during migration processes
Oversee testing and validation of the migrated systems to ensure functionality and performance
Budget and Resource Management:
Manage project financials, ensuring costs are controlled and align with financial expectations
Allocate resources effectively, balancing priorities across multiple project tasks
Documentation and Reporting:
Maintain comprehensive documentation of project activities, decisions, and outcomes for both systems
Provide bi-weekly reports and updates to leadership on project status, performance metrics, and lessons learned
Requirements
8+ years of IT project management with a focus on M&A or IT integration projects
Proven experience managing Guidewire PolicyCenter and ClaimCenter implementations
Expertise in cloud technologies, including cloud migration strategies, data security, and performance optimization
Proven track record of managing large-scale IT integrations across multiple regions or business units
3+ years' experience within Commercial Insurance
Skilled in applying waterfall, agile, and hybrid project-delivery methodologies for traditional initiatives
Detailed knowledge of project management (PMLC), software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies
Strong facilitation skills with the ability to effectively manage cross-functional team discussions and bridge business and IT priorities
Proven ability to build and maintain strong business relationships, ensuring alignment between IT deliverables and business objectives
Strong management skills with an ability to achieve results in a matrix management environment, fostering collaboration and accountability
Experience using Project and Portfolio Management tools (e.g., MS Project)
Proficiency in managing vendor relationships
Experience with change management and risk management strategies
We offer
Extended Healthcare with Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision, and Healthcare Spending Account (Company Paid)
Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Paid)
Employee Assistance Program (Company Paid)
Telehealth (Company Paid)
Short-term Disability (Company Paid)
Long-Term Disability
Paid Time Off (including vacation and sick days)
Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with Company match
Maternity/Parental/Adoption Leave Top-up
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Critical Illness Insurance
Employee Discounts
Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions
EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our clients, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
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This posting includes a base salary range EPAM Canada would reasonably expect to pay the selected candidate. Individual compensation offers within the range are based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, experience, credentials, education, training, the demand for the role, skillset, and overall business and local labour market considerations. Most candidates are hired at a salary within the range disclosed. Salary range: CA$120,000-CA$150,000. In addition, the details highlighted in this job posting above are a general description of all other expected benefits and compensation for the position.
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