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About the role

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 rd , 2025.

The annual salary for this position is between $100,00 - $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** : 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.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.