Expert MS SQL DBA with Guidewire

Start date: ASAP / 1 month / flexible

Duration: Long term (6 months with further extensions)

Work model: 100% remote

Type of cooperation: B2B

Overview

We are looking for an experienced MS SQL Server and Guidewire Database Specialist to join a large-scale, long-term project in the UK insurance sector. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SQL performance optimization, Guidewire Insurance Suite, and Azure environments. You will be part of a dynamic, remote-first team working on complex database challenges in a scaled Agile setup.

Responsibilities

• Optimize MS SQL Server queries for performance and resource efficiency, including Guidewire-specific queries

• Support and maintain databases within the Guidewire Insurance Suite environment

• Participate in Guidewire version upgrades from a database perspective, including production deployment

• Implement and support Guidewire Archiving solutions

• Collaborate with multiple Scrum teams in a large-scale Agile environment

• Communicate technical concepts effectively to business stakeholders

• Ensure data integrity and performance across environments hosted in Azure

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience with MS SQL Server 2012 and newer

• Proven track record in query optimization and performance tuning

• Minimum 3 years of experience with Guidewire Insurance Suite databases

• In-depth knowledge of Guidewire table structures and data models

• Experience with at least 2 full end-to-end Guidewire upgrades, including production deployment

• Hands-on experience with Guidewire Archiving implementation

• Experience working in large-scale projects (30 Scrum teams / 300+ people)

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging to business audiences

• Previous experience in the UK insurance sector

• Experience working in Azure environments (certification is a plus)

• Advanced English proficiency

• Availability for remote work

We offer

• B2B contract via Experis

• Access to Medicover healthcare

• Multisport card

• E-learning platform for continuous development

• Group insurance