Pega Senior System Architect (SSA) - Manager - 65978512

Pega Senior System Architect

As a Pega Senior System Architect, you'll lead the design and delivery of complex, enterprise-grade applications using the Pega Platform. Your deep expertise in Pega Smart Dispute Framework and enterprise architecture will be key to building scalable, high-quality solutions. You'll mentor junior developers, collaborate across teams, and ensure our technical standards drive business success.

In this role, you will:

• Develop, and implement complex Pega business rules.
• Mentor and lead junior Pega developers and system architects.
• Define and enforce design standards, guardrails, and best practices for Pega development.
• Collaborate with Business Architects, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align technical solutions with business goals.
• Oversee Pega Process Modeling to streamline and optimize workflows.
• Monitor performance and scalability of Pega applications and proactively resolve issues.

Work model: Hybrid

We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring some time spent in the client office in Charlotte, NC. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

What you need to have to be considered:

• Pega CSSA Certification
• 8+ years in IT, including 6+ years of hands-on experience with Pega BPM platforms such as PRPC and Pega Infinity
• Strong expertise in Pega Smart Dispute Framework
• Proven experience integrating Pega with REST/SOAP APIs, MQ, JMS, databases, and external systems
• Familiarity with containerized deployments
• Demonstrated success in financial services environments
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and presentation skills

These will help you stand out:

• Pega Certified Lead System Architect (PCLSA)
• Experience leading Pega solution design and delivery
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices

Salary and Other Compensation

Applications will be accepted until 11/10/2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $125,000 $150,000, depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizants discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizants applicable plans.

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

What we offer

• The chance to work with impact. Here, you're empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
• Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
• The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other's experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and pension plan with matching contributions.
• Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents from day one.
• True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.

About us Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world.

Other employment-related information Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email CareersNA2@cognizant.com with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.