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Birlasoft · 1 day ago

Technical Specialist-Cloud & Infra Engg

Middlesex County, NJ

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

8+ years exp

Birlasoft is seeking an experienced Senior IT Project Manager 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 and technical requirements.

Software

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

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)

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

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

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

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

Manage project financials, ensuring costs are controlled and align with financial expectations

Allocate resources effectively, balancing priorities across multiple project tasks

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

Qualification

Guidewire PolicyCenterGuidewire ClaimCenterCloud technologiesIT project managementCommercial InsuranceProject management toolsAgile methodologiesWaterfall methodologiesRisk managementChange managementVendor managementTeam coordinationStakeholder managementDocumentation skills

Required

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

B.A. / B.S. degree in Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field

Preferred

Master's degree preferred

Project Management Professional (PMP) is a plus but not required

Company

Birlasoft

Glassdoor3.6

Founded in 1995, Birlasoft is a Global IT Services provider and part of the 150 year old, multi-billion dollar CK Birla Group.

Founded in 1995

Noida, Uttar Pradesh, IND

10001+ employees

http://birlasoft.com

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