Pega Architect Vice President

Citigroup Inc.; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Citigroup Inc. is seeking an Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst in Chennai, India. This senior-level role focuses on leading application systems analysis and programming activities, ensuring integration across management functions, and providing expertise in application development using Pega and other technologies. Ideal candidates should have 10-14 years of relevant experience, possess a Pega Lead System Architect certification, and demonstrate strong project management skills. A Bachelor’s degree is required, while a Master’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 10-14 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role.
• Certified Pega Lead System Architect (LSA).
• Deep Hands-on development experience in Pega.
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects.

Responsibilities

• Partner with management teams to ensure integration of functions.
• Resolve high impact problems through evaluation of business processes.
• Provide expertise and ensure application design adheres to architecture.
• Develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation.
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts.

Skills

Applications Development

Systems Analysis

Pega Lead System Architect (LSA)

Oracle

Java

JavaScript

React

Angular

Project Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree/University degree

Master’s degree

Job description

The Applications Development Technology Lead Analyst is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities:

• Partner with multiple management teams to ensure appropriate integration of functions to meet goals as well as identify and define necessary system enhancements to deploy new products and process improvements
• Resolve variety of high impact problems/projects through in-depth evaluation of complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards
• Provide expertise in area and advanced knowledge of applications programming and ensure application design adheres to the overall architecture blueprint
• Utilize advanced knowledge of system flow and develop standards for coding, testing, debugging, and implementation
• Develop comprehensive knowledge of how areas of business, such as architecture and infrastructure, integrate to accomplish business goals
• Provide in-depth analysis with interpretive thinking to define issues and develop innovative solutions
• Serve as advisor or coach to mid-level developers and analysts, allocating work as necessary
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm’s reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency

Qualifications:

• 10-14 years of relevant experience in Apps Development or systems analysis role
• Certified Pega Lead System Architect (LSA)
• Knowledge on Constellation
• Latest AI features within Pega.
• Deep Hands‑on development experience in Pega.
• Extensive experience system analysis and in programming of software applications such as Oracle, Java, JavaScript, React, Angular
• Experience in managing and implementing successful projects
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in at least one area of Applications Development
• Ability to adjust priorities quickly as circumstances dictate
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills
• Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

This job description provides a high‑level review of the types of work performed. Other job‑related duties may be assigned as required.

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