Senior Duck Creek Software Engineer (Policy & Rating)

About Sphere

Sphere is a global technology and consulting firm helping organizations leverage AI, data, and modern engineering to drive business transformation. We provide expertise across Data & AI, Technology Consulting, Staff Augmentation, Technical Recruiting, and Software Engineering, partnering with clients to solve complex technical challenges and build scalable solutions.

Position Overview

We are seeking Senior Software Engineer with hands-on Duck Creek experience to help build a custom software solution within an established insurance technology environment.

The role focuses on backend engineering, API development, and integrations involving Duck Creek Policy and Rating. You will work alongside an engineering team to implement reliable software solutions, navigate complex technical requirements, and accelerate development using modern AI-assisted coding tools.

We are looking for engineers with strong software development fundamentals, practical Duck Creek expertise, and the ability to work independently across different technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• API & Integration Development: Build and enhance backend APIs, integrations, and custom software components within the Duck Creek ecosystem.

• Duck Creek Engineering: Work hands-on with Duck Creek Policy and Rating to support insurance workflows and platform functionality.

• Backend Development: Design, implement, and improve reliable software components within an existing enterprise technology environment.

• AI-Assisted Engineering: Use AI coding tools to accelerate development, navigate unfamiliar technologies, and maintain code quality.

• Technical Collaboration: Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and solution design alongside the engineering team.

Required Qualifications

• Duck Creek Expertise (Must-Have): Hands-on experience with Duck Creek Policy and Rating in implementation, customization, configuration, or software development.

• Software Engineering: Strong backend development experience, including API development and system integrations.

• Programming Languages: Experience with one or more languages such as Java, .NET/C#, Ruby, or similar backend technologies.

• AI-Assisted Development: Ability to use AI coding tools effectively to accelerate implementation, solve problems, and work with unfamiliar technologies.

• Problem-Solving: Ability to work independently through complex technical challenges and deliver maintainable solutions.

• Communication: Strong technical communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with engineers and technical stakeholders.

Work Conditions

• Location: Remote.

• Time Zone: Availability to overlap with US Central Time working hours, ideally until 4:00 PM CT.