Guidewire's presence in India has steadily grown since its beginnings in Chennai in 2017 and the launch of the Bangalore center in 2021 further solidified Guidewire's commitment to the region. In January 2024, Mohammed Anzy stepped in as Vice President of Engineering and Managing Director of Guidewire India, taking the helm of a dynamic team at the forefront of insurance technology. This post explores Anzy's vision for the India operations and how his team contributes to Guidewire's global strategy.
Strategic Footprint in India's Technology Landscape
India’s technological prowess is undeniable, making it a critical hub for global tech enterprises. With a Digital Competitiveness Score of 60 out of 100, India ranks favorably among BRIC nations - a group of major emerging economies including Brazil, Russia, India, and China. This robust standing is supported by a thriving ecosystem that includes more than a million IT professionals and a consistent influx of computer science graduates. In its 2025 Annual Strategic Review, the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) projects India's technology sector to exceed $300 billion in revenue by fiscal year 2026, building on an estimated $282.6 billion in 2025. This growth reinforces India's role as a leader in product engineering and research.
Guidewire India is a significant part of this landscape, operating as one of the country's nearly 2,000 Global Capability Centers (GCCs), according to a 2024 NASSCOM report. These centers are essential to multinational corporations, shifting from back-office support to hubs of innovation and strategic development. The Guidewire India team, comprising more than 500 professionals, is integral to advancing core cloud services, Guidewire Cloud Data Platform, Guidewire Analytics, and country extensions for Guidewire's global offerings. Anzy's role involves guiding engineering strategy to ensure these teams contribute meaningfully to global product development, pushing the boundaries of innovation every day.
Priorities for Growth and Ecosystem Nurturing
Anzy's leadership at Guidewire India centers on three core priorities: attracting top-tier talent, strengthening partnerships with academic institutions, and fostering a vibrant developer community. These initiatives are designed to ensure that Guidewire India remains a pivotal component of the company's global product development.
Guidewire is actively working to bridge the gap between academia and industry. An example of this is the recent announcement of Guidewire Technology Labs at Guidewire DEVSummit India 2025. This university partnership initiative collaborates with six leading Indian institutions: Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai Institute of Technology, PES University, REVA University, and SRM University. The program grants students early access to Guidewire technologies through the Guidewire Intelligent Tech Curriculum, preparing them with enterprise-grade cloud skills in areas like Kubernetes, Docker, and Go.
The cultivation of the developer ecosystem is also a key focus. India hosts more than 12,000 Guidewire developers who collaborate with partners and system integrators. Events like DevSummit India 2025, which drew more than 1,500 developers, facilitate knowledge exchange, networking, and exploration of new possibilities within the insurance technology sector.
Seeking the Right Talent in a Deep Pool
India's substantial talent pool, with approximately 1.5 million engineering graduates annually, creates a competitive and innovative environment. Guidewire seeks individuals who possess strong technical skills in cloud computing, data platforms, digital transformation, and artificial intelligence (AI). Beyond technical expertise, the company values curiosity, adaptability, and resilience - qualities essential for thriving in a fast-paced technology environment. Guidewire actively recruits early talent and experienced professionals, including those transitioning from non-technical backgrounds, recognizing the energy and ambition that young Indian talent brings. This approach reinforces Guidewire's commitment to building a diverse and skilled workforce capable of addressing future challenges in the insurance technology space.
Guidewire India stands as a testament to the country's emergence as a global technology and innovation hub. Under Anzy's leadership, the focus remains on leveraging India’s rich talent pool and dynamic ecosystem to deliver significant contributions to Guidewire’s worldwide product development and strategic goals. The ongoing initiatives in academia and community building underscore a commitment to long-term growth and a resilient future for the insurance technology sector.