Remote Pega Principal System Architect

Summary

The job is for a Principal System Architect role focusing on Pegasystems case management consulting and development of Pega marketplace solutions. The position requires the candidate to hold specific Pega certifications, be based in the U.S., and have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related field with 8+ years of experience.

Requirements

• US Citizenship required
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• 8+ years of progressively responsible experience in building and implementing enterprise-level business solutions, with a focus on Pega
• Deep expertise in Pega architecture, design, and implementation, including hands-on experience with large-scale Pega implementations
• Advanced knowledge of Object-Oriented techniques and principles, as well as experience leading teams in Agile and Scrum environments
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to mentor and guide a team of system architects and developers
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with senior stakeholders and clients
• Pega certifications, including Pega Certified System Architect (CSA), Pega Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA), and Pega Certified Lead System Architect (CLSA) preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural design and implementation of Pega-based solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and high-quality deliverables that align with client expectations
• Drive technical excellence by establishing best practices, frameworks, and methodologies for Pega solution development and implementation
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders and clients to define technical strategies, project scope, and objectives, ensuring alignment with business goals and industry standards
• Mentor and guide a team of system architects, providing oversight on design, configuration, testing, and delivery of complex solutions
• Ensure reusability and portability of enterprise solutions by adhering to Pega best practices and leveraging the full potential of the Pega platform
• Lead efforts in performance tuning, scalability testing, and system optimization, ensuring the robustness and efficiency of Pega solutions in production environments
• Participate in high-level decision-making with project leaders, providing expert guidance on scope management, risk assessment, and technical problem-solving
• Drive innovation by staying current with emerging technologies and trends in the Pega ecosystem, and applying this knowledge to improve client solutions
• Facilitate and lead workshops and meetings with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of technical concepts and project updates
• Oversee the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment and support, ensuring successful project delivery
• Provide thought leadership and contribute to the strategic growth of Stratosphere Consulting by identifying new opportunities and expanding service offerings

Preferred Qualifications

• Industry or functional domain expertise
• Experience in Intelligent Automation and/or Customer Engagement
• Prior consulting or client services delivery experience

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with dollar-for-dollar match, STD/LTD, AD&D and Life Insurance
• Three (3) weeks of personal time off (PTO)
• Free Stratosphere sponsored alternative health & wellness benefit program
• Flexibility to work remotely from home and/or a shared office space when not on a client site
• Pega training and other applicable trainings through online courses and certification programs
• On the job training working hands-on with our experienced, tenured employees