Are you ready to step into a high-impact leadership role where your Duck Creek expertise truly makes a difference? As a Policy Tech Lead, you won't just be building solutions-you'll be shaping them. This is your opportunity to lead technical design, mentor developers, and work directly with clients to bring complex insurance solutions to life.
You'll spend your days collaborating with cross-functional teams, guiding development efforts, and translating business needs into scalable, high-quality Duck Creek solutions. If you enjoy solving complex problems, leading teams, and being the go-to technical expert, this role is built for you.
We know you care about benefits and perks-feel free to scroll down to that section, then come back to learn more about the role!
What You'll Do:
• Partner with clients and internal teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Lead the design and development of custom Duck Creek solutions using ManuScript
• Provide technical leadership to your development team, offering guidance and mentorship across the platform
• Drive solution approvals, including requirements, architecture, and delivery timelines
• Support project planning and ensure solutions align with long-term client strategies
• Take ownership of customer issues and lead them through to resolution
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment while elevating team capabilities
What You'll Bring:
• 6-10 years of industry experience, including 5+ years with Duck Creek products
• Deep expertise in Duck Creek Policy Administration and/or Billing (Author, Express, Server, User Admin, TransACT)
• Hands-on experience with ManuScript configuration and inheritance structures
• Experience with Duck Creek APIs, Duck Creek Anywhere, and Duck Creek Skins
• Strong background in C# custom business objects and XML (or similar programming languages)
• Experience with Duck Creek tools such as Author (Fields, Pages, Forms, Tables) and debugging tools (TraceMonitor, ExampleUtil, Data Tester)
• Knowledge of Duck Creek Shredding including IDO
• Solid experience with SQL Server, stored procedures, triggers, and related database objects
• Understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including Agile environments
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work directly with clients
• A self-starter mindset with strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
The Benefits & Perks:
• Competitive salary package with an annual bonus
• Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits
• Flexible working arrangements (remote or office-based in Springfield, MO; Puerto Rico; or Honduras)
• Opportunities for career growth and internal advancement
• Relaxed work environment with a casual dress code
• Company-sponsored events and team-building activities
• Generous PTO and paid company holidays
• Traditional & Roth 401k with 5% company match
• Physical and mental wellness programs
Department Duck Technologies Role Technical Lead - Policy Locations Remote, Springfield Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time
