Title : Functional QA Tester ( Manual ) Location : REMOTE Certification : Guidewire cloud certification needed ( MUST )   Responsibilities   Collaborate with client QA Team and other client stakeholders to understand system requirements and ensure accurate testing. Collaborate with developers, and offshore QA Team to understand the system gaps and execute client requirements Develop test cases based on business requirements and system specifications. Execute test cases and scenarios, ensuring thorough testing coverage. Test and validate complex business rules and workflows. Provide an accurate level of efforts and estimates for manual testing tasks Able to work independently as well as thrive in a team environment Utilize Agile methodologies to drive efficient testing processes and deliver high-quality software solutions. Continuously improve testing processes and strategies to enhance overall quality and efficiency. Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in Guidewire Policy system testing and P&C insurance.   Required Skills:   Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field. Minimum 5+ years of experience in testing Guidewire Claim Center Configuration and Insurance Suite applications (Policy Center, Billing Center, Contact Manager) Integration implementations. Strong understanding of P&C insurance, including both Personal Lines and Commercial Lines. Experience in Claims creation, FNOLs, Reserves, Checks and other payment transactions Analyst Associate certification in Guidewire Experience in manual Testing in Guidewire Cloud Projects – Upgrade or Implementation Experience in Guidewire Automation Testing Experience in adapting Testing Standards and Best practices Experience in gap assessment of requirements and OOTB functionalities Strong technical skills in manual functional testing in a continuous delivery environment. Proficiency in Agile methodologies and experience working in Agile environments. Solid knowledge of test management tools such as HP ALM, Jira, ADO, Rally or similar. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Strong analytical and critical thinking skills, with a keen diligence. Experience working in Agile environment following Onsite Offshore mode. Mentor junior QA team members, providing guidance, support, and technical expertise to help them grow and develop in their roles. Relevant certifications such as ISTQB or Agile certifications are desirable. Strong technical skills in non-functional testing in a continuous delivery environment Functional Knowledge / hands on any of the other Guidewire XCenters namely Policy Center, Billing Center and Contact Manager Experience in Guidewire Automation Testing using Guidewire GT UI Framework.   Regards,   Manoj Goud Derex Technologies INC Contact : 973-834-5005 Ext 206