Job Description
Take the next step. Be part of something bigger at Suncorp.
Seeking Technical Leads with Guidewire and leadership experience to work with our talented Insurance Technology Guidewire team
Great opportunity for a talented problem solver, creative thinker, and tech guru
Brisbane, Sydney, or Melbourne location with great benefits & flexibility
About the role
As a Technical Lead in the Guidewire Chapter, your role is accountable for code quality, solution output, software, and platform engineering output. As Technical Lead, you will provide systems analysis, design, development, maintenance, and ongoing support for Guidewire applications through guidance and mentoring of junior engineers. This role encompasses systems analysis, design, development, maintenance and ongoing support for Suncorp's Guidewire software, as well as coaching and mentoring junior Engineers.
What you’ll do
Coach and mentor engineers to improve engineering capabilities and embed best practices
Highly proficient in delivery of technical projects using Agile
Prioritise and drive Automation in delivery
Embed a DevOps/DevSecOps mindset and practices within the team
Identify opportunities to improve development processes and standards
Develop a highly collaborative working relationship with delivery teams and stakeholders
What you’ll bring
8+ years software engineering experience with at 4+ years of technical leadership
Excellent team leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder communication skills
Proficiency in Guidewire ClaimCenter, Contact Manager, and Guidewire system/business frameworks
Proficiency in developing integration solutions including Batch Processes, Message Queues and Event Messaging
Proven track record of integrating ClaimCenter with external systems
Strong experience in development frameworks (Java/Spring/Spring Boot), Gosu (for Guidewire), Cloud (AWS/Azure), Databases (SQL/ORM/JDBC), REST APIs and DevOps
Proven Testing skills including ATDD and BDD
What You’ll Enjoy
Access our award-winning Shine platform – your central hub for exclusive perks, wellbeing support, career development, and recognition. Shine has been recognised for excellence in employee experience, making it easier than ever to access what matters most to you.
Paid study support, career breaks, on-the-job learning, and a $1,000 referral bonus for eligible employees
Free wellbeing coaching, a dedicated Employee Council, and confidential EAP access
Discounts at 400+ retailers, insurance savings, gym memberships, and reduced super fees
Paid volunteer leave, donation matching, and unlimited emergency response leave
Performance-based bonuses and Suncorp shares for eligible employees
Diversity is celebrated through employee resource groups and inclusive policies for all families
At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.
If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact Phillip.Jarratt@suncorp.com.au for a confidential conversation. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application directly via the link provided.
Advertised:
12 Feb 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
05 Mar 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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