Title: Guidewire Jutro Developer (Digital Front-End)
Hartford, CT, US
We’re adding to our diverse team of experts and are looking to hire those who are committed to building a culture that enables the creation of innovative solutions for our business units and clients. We will consider a range of experience for this role and the offer will be commensurate with that.
The Company
As a member of Munich Re's US operations, we offer the financial strength and stability that comes with being part of the world's preeminent insurance and reinsurance brand. Our risk experts work together to assemble the right mix of products and services to help our clients stay competitive – from traditional reinsurance coverages to niche and specialty reinsurance and insurance products.
The Role
The Application Developer – Guidewire Jutro will be a critical member of our Digital development team, focused on building and maintaining customer-facing applications using Guidewire’s Jutro framework. This front-end framework, built on React, enables us to deliver seamless, modern experiences to agents, customers, and internal users. The developer will collaborate closely with designers, back-end teams, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality digital applications aligned with strategic business goals.
This role requires strong front-end development skills, experience in Guidewire Digital products, and a keen eye for user interface design and performance optimization. The developer will primarily support our Guidewire Digital portals (Customer, Agent) and contribute to broader integration with PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, and ClaimCenter. H-1B sponsorship is available if needed.
- Functions
- Develop responsive, accessible, and high-performance UIs using Guidewire Jutro (React-based framework).
- Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, and back-end developers to deliver full-stack digital solutions.
- Build and maintain reusable Jutro components, ensuring consistency with enterprise design systems.
- Participate in solution design, including technical architecture, integration patterns, and security compliance.
- Ensure high-quality code through reviews, test automation, and CI/CD practices.
- Support digital product rollouts, enhancements, and incident resolution.
- Mentor junior developers and support ongoing improvements in coding standards and development processes.
- Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
- 5+ years of experience
- ence in front-end or full-stack software development
- 2+ years working with Guidewire Digital applications (e.g., CustomerEngage, ProducerEngage)
- Hands-on experience with Guidewire Jutro framework
- Proficiency in React.js, JavaScript, HTML5, CSS3, and REST APIs
- Experience integrating with Guidewire PolicyCenter, BillingCenter, or ClaimCenter
- Experience with Guidewire Cloud platform and edge APIs is preferred
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and modern source control tools
- Preferred Skills
- Strong understanding of component-based architecture and state management
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, especially in Azure DevOps
- Knowledge of accessibility, responsive design, and browser compatibility
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Exposure to microservices, API gateways (e.g., Azure APIM), and cloud-native architectures
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile team environment with evolving requirements
At Munich Re US, we see Diversity and Inclusion as a solution to the challenges and opportunities all around us. Our goal is to foster an inclusive culture and build a workforce that reflects the customers we serve and the communities in which we live and work. We strive to provide a workplace where all of our colleagues feel respected, valued, and empowered to achieve their very best every day.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Nearest Major Market: Hartford
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