Guidewire Software

Guidewire Software, Inc. is a publicly traded software company based in San Mateo, California, founded in 2001. It specializes in providing a cloud-native platform for property and casualty (P&C) insurance carriers globally. The platform enables insurers to efficiently manage core operations such as policy administration, billing, and claims processing. The company has a rich history of innovation, launching its first product, ClaimCenter, in 2002, followed by PolicyCenter and BillingCenter. Guidewire transitioned to cloud-based solutions with the Guidewire Cloud Platform in 2016, enhancing its offerings with AI, machine learning, and data analytics. Its products are designed to replace legacy systems with modular, customizable software, supporting a range of P&C insurance functions. Guidewire serves a diverse customer base, from startups to large insurers, and emphasizes operational efficiency and continuous updates through its integrated platform.

Information Technology & Services San Mateo, United States Founded 2001 ~3,098 employees NASDAQ: GWRE

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Employees
3,098
+1.8% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$388K
Revenue ~$1.2B
Stock
GWRE
NASDAQ
12-month attrition
4.8%
Tech: 5.3%
H1B filings, FY2026
55
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
55
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Guidewire Software went from 2,350 employees in Oct 2024 to 3,098 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 200 people joined, 45 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Engineering1,230
Other691
Operations445
Sales204
Success187
Product97
Finance78
HR76

Executive compensation

Salaries at Guidewire Software

All salaries

196 salary profiles in the US

Most reported roles

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity ยท India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Moderate
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering186
Operations17
IT13
Sales2
HR1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 55 filings.

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Guidewire Software FAQ

How many employees does Guidewire Software have?

Guidewire Software has about 3,098 employees, up 1.8% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Guidewire Software sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Guidewire Software filed 55 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Guidewire Software's revenue per employee?

Guidewire Software makes about $388K in revenue per employee, based on $1.2B annual revenue and 3,098 employees.

How much does Guidewire Software pay?

6figr has 196 salary profiles for Guidewire Software in the US and 14 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Guidewire Software salaries page. See Guidewire Software salaries in the US

Is Guidewire Software a public company?

Yes. Guidewire Software is publicly traded under the ticker GWRE on NASDAQ.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.