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CYNET SYSTEMS

Pega Lead System Architect

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$75 - $80/hr

Strong experience as a Lead System Analyst on PEGA implementations. * Hands-on understanding of ... Ability to lead the team and make architectural decisions. Nice to Have: * Familiarity with PEGA ...

Winaxis

PEGA Senior Systems Architect

Trenton, NJ · On-site

PEGA Certified Senior System Architect with 5+ years post-certification PEGA experience - Education: 4-year college degree or equivalent technical study - Minimum 7 years overall experience in object ...

The Giant Bullseye

Pega Architect

Saint Louis, MO

Oversee system integrations using REST/SOAP, APIs, and messaging. * Ensure application scalability ... Proven experience as a Pega Architect on enterprise implementations. * Strong knowledge of Pega ...

Goodfit

SoNJ - PEGA Senior System Architect - 803668 The Certified PEGA Senior Systems Architect evaluates existing systems and/or user needs to analyze, design, recommend, and implement information system ...

Ruri Software Technologies LLC

Pega Consultant

Irving, TX · On-site

$54 - $70.75/hr

As a Lead System Architect, you will be responsible for driving the technical delivery of projects, ensuring solution quality, mentoring development teams, and collaborating with business ...

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How much do pega system architect jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for pega system architect in the United States is $224,334.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $243,000.00 and $243,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Pega System Architect?

A Pega System Architect is a professional responsible for designing and implementing business process solutions using the Pega Platform, a leading low-code application development platform. They configure, customize, and optimize business applications to automate processes, improve efficiency, and ensure compliance with organizational needs. Pega System Architects often work closely with business analysts and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Their role typically involves process modeling, rule configuration, integration with other systems, and ensuring best practices in application development.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pega System Architect?

To thrive as a Pega System Architect, you need expertise in Pega platform development, a solid understanding of business process management (BPM), and typically a Pega Certified System Architect (PCSA) or Senior System Architect (PCSSA) certification. Familiarity with Pega tools such as Designer Studio, PRPC, and integration technologies like SOAP/REST APIs is required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication skills help architects collaborate with stakeholders and deliver scalable solutions. These skills and qualifications are crucial for designing, implementing, and optimizing business applications that align with organizational goals.

What are some common challenges faced by Pega System Architects when implementing business process changes?

Pega System Architects often encounter challenges such as aligning technical solutions with evolving business requirements and ensuring seamless integration with existing enterprise systems. Managing stakeholder expectations and translating complex business processes into effective, scalable Pega workflows can also be demanding. Close collaboration with business analysts, developers, and QA teams is essential to address these challenges, maintain system integrity, and deliver high-quality solutions on schedule.

What is the difference between Pega System Architect vs Pega Business Architect?

AspectPega System ArchitectPega Business Architect
Primary FocusDesigning and developing Pega applications and solutionsAnalyzing business needs and translating them into Pega solutions
CertificationsPega Certified System Architect (CSA)Pega Certified Business Architect (CBA)
Work EnvironmentTechnical teams, developers, system designBusiness teams, process analysis, requirements gathering
Industry UsageIT departments implementing Pega platformsBusiness units collaborating on process improvements

The Pega System Architect primarily focuses on technical design and development of Pega applications, while the Pega Business Architect concentrates on understanding business needs and translating them into Pega solutions. Both roles are essential in Pega project teams but serve different functions within the implementation process.

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Infographic showing various Pega System Architect job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Contract. Highlights an 67% In-person, and 33% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $224,334 per year, or $107.9 per hour.

Senior Pega Integration/Support Developer------Need Full GC and USC------Need Locals

Reston, VA • On-site

USM
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$58.50 - $76.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Support analysis, development, integration, testing, and implementation of technical solutions related to NextGen projects.

  • Provide Tier 1 and 2 support for NextGen application issues and coordinate Tier 3 support with Scrum teams.

  • Review, update, and test application software code, and support changes and code synchronization for support and maintenance.

Job description

Company Description

Businesses face challenges every day building responsive and agile IT capabilities to grow and stay ahead. Since everyone has access to the same tools, your competitive advantage directly depends on how you apply technology - on the people leading, supporting and optimizing your IT initiatives. USM Business Systems, established in 1999, is an industry-leading private talent management firm, specializing in providing unique IT turnkey solutions, IT staffing solutions, and Talent management insights, enabling you to sustain a truly competitive advantage in this fast-moving environment. USM has offices throughout the US and offshore delivery centers in India. USM is a certified Minority Business Enterprise and is a CMMi Level 3 Organization.

USM is recognized as one of the fastest growing IT Temporary Staffing firms in the US and most recently was ranked #3 on the list of the Top Temporary Staffing firms in the DC Metro Area - Washington Business Journal (2016).

Job Description

Position Title: Senior Pega Integration/Support Developer

Location: Reston, VA

Duration: 12 Months

Need Full GC and USC

Need Locals

Background:

Support for analysis, development integration, testing, implementation, and support of various technical solutions related to NextGen projects, principally FEPExpress Enhancements. Provide Tier 1 and 2 support for any NextGen application issues and coordinating Tier 3 support with the NextGen project Scrum teams.

Support for integration of Production PEGA changes back into all NextGen environments.

Support for Pilot Plan integration and general issues resolution.

Tasks:

Under the general direction of the Manager, NextGen System Development, the incumbent's accountabilities include:

Review, update and test application Software Code.

Support the changes & analysis that are needed for support/maintenance & code synchronization.

Integration Support for developed software.

Create and update Production system turn-over documentation.

Analyze and provide recommendation to improve, create or eliminate process and/or procedures currently being used or followed by the development team.

Support testing teams and Plans in the NextGen environments.

Analyze database changes for application operational efficiency.

Required Skills:

This position requires a BA/BS in computer science or similar discipline or equivalent experience and 5-8 years of industry experience as a Senior Developer developing in object-oriented programming languages. Specific requirements include, but are not limited to:

Demonstrated experience within the healthcare insurance industry. Knowledge of claims systems a plus, specifically FEP claims.

3+ years of development experience with the Pega Rules & BPM engine

Experience with object oriented analysis and design patterns and techniques with emphasis on Java/J2EE technology

Minimum 5 years of extensive hands on experience with Java, J2EE, EJB, JSP, JDBS, Hibernate, JMX, JMS, Log4J, AJAX, and JSF

Wide breadth of knowledge across many Java Open-Source technologies including Ant, Struts, Spring, XML Parser, SOA based infrastructure, Junit and HTTPUnit

Extensive experience with J2EE application servers (WebSphere, WebLogic, Jboss, etc.)

Experience with RDBMS specifically DB2, but also Oracle, Sybase, and/or MS SQL

Pega System Architect (CSA) and Senior System Architect (CSSA) certification is preferred.

Pega PRPC 6.2 or higher platform experience for at least 3 years is a must.

Excellent communication skills


Preferred:

Working knowledge of Web Services, Scripting and Automation. Certification in the use of Pega is highly desirable as is experience in the insurance and/or healthcare industry. Hands-on PRPC developer (experience with Healthcare and SPM framework is a plus), familiar with PRPC v7.1.6

Additional Information

If you are interested in the below position please forward your profile to preethib@usmsystems(dot)com or call me on 703 468 0398.

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