PEGA Senior System Architect (SSA) - Senior Associate - 65491992

PEGA Senior System Architect (SSA)

As a PEGA Senior System Architect (SSA), you will make an impact by designing and implementing robust Pega solutions that align with business objectives and enhance operational efficiency. You will be a valued member of the Enterprise Platform Services team and work collaboratively with our clients and other key members of the Supply Chain Management team.

In This Role, You Will:

Design and implement robust Pega solutions that align with business objectives and enhance operational efficiency.

Oversee Pega Integration processes to ensure seamless connectivity and data flow across systems.

Conduct Pega Sizing & Capacity Planning to optimize resource allocation and system performance.

Monitor and control Pega applications to maintain system health and prevent disruptions.

Manage Pega Release Management processes to ensure timely and successful deployment of updates.

Perform Pega Performance Tuning to enhance application responsiveness and user experience.

Lead Pega Installation efforts ensuring compliance with best practices and organizational standards.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality Pega solutions that meet client needs.

Provide technical guidance and support to team members fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Analyze and resolve complex technical issues by minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Develop and maintain documentation for Pega processes and configurations to support knowledge sharing.

Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into effective Pega solutions.

Stay updated with the latest Pega technologies and trends to drive innovation within the organization.

Work Model

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 Long Beach, CA. 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 Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA) is required.

5 to 12 years of overall IT experience, with a minimum of 5 years in PEGA development.

Strong expertise in Pega Platform, Pega Integration, and Pega Sizing & Capacity Planning.

Proficiency in Pega Monitoring & Control and Pega Release Management.

Experience in Pega Performance Tuning and Pega Installation.

Domain knowledge of Payer with additional experience in Provider being advantageous.

Ability to work effectively in a hybrid work model collaborating with remote and onsite teams.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Strong communication skills to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until Oct 3, 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $100,000 - $115,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

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

Benefits:

• 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.