IT Systems Architect

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services); Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision

Life Insurance

401k

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Job summary

A government services provider seeks an IT Lead System Architect in Arlington, Virginia. This role involves leading teams of developers and stakeholders to create functional applications. The ideal candidate will possess strong PEGA experience, manage the development process, and mentor teams. Your contribution will guide government innovation while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, 401k, and paid time off. Join us in shaping solutions that enhance government efficiency.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience with PEGA Smart BPM.
• 4+ years of experience with Case Development.
• 4+ years of experience as a PEGA Business Architect.
• 4+ years experience in documentation of requirements.
• 4+ years of experience with Agile Software Development.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple teams to convert business requirements into functional applications.
• Mentor and empower application development teams.
• Assist in project planning and resource leveling.

Skills

Liaison between Business Architect and PEGA teams

Agile software development participation

Solution acceptance criteria definition

Software release note publication

Mentoring software development team members

Capturing functional requirements

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time, Mid level

Department: Information Technology

As an IT Lead System Architect for CGS, you will lead multiple teams consisting of developers, subject matter experts and stakeholders to convert the business requirements, process workflows, and use cases into a fully functional application. You will use an enterprise level vision and be responsible for mentoring and empowering the application development teams. As the PEGA architect you will assist in the development and review of technical deliverables. A successful candidate will have the ability to establish standards, develop repeatable processes, and design reusable components. A key role for this job is to assist in project planning, including development of timelines, composition of technical teams, and leveling of resources.

CGS brings motivated, highly skilled, and creative people together to solve government’s most dynamic problems with cutting edge technology. To carry out our mission, we are seeking candidates that are excited to contribute to government innovation, appreciate collaboration, and can anticipate the needs of others. Here at CGS, we offer an environment in which our employees feel supported, and we encourage professional growth through various learning opportunities.

Skills and attributes for success:

• ActastheliaisonbetweenLeadBusinessArchitectandITOPEGAteamsandhaveabilitytotranslatebetweentechnicalandnontechnicalteammembers
• WorkcloselywithBusinessProductOwnersandStakeholders,LeadBusinessAnalyststotranslatethebusinessrequirementstoapplication
• ParticipateinAgilesoftwaredevelopmentsprintsandsprintplanningactivities
• Definesolutionacceptancecriteriaandassistinsoftwaretesting
• Publishsoftwarereleasenotesandmaintainotherproductdocumentation
• MentorSoftwareDevelopmentteammembersasneeded
• Participateinandprovidesupporttocustomersuccessteams
• Capturefunctionalsoftwarerequirementsandtranslateintouserstories

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field
• 4+ years of experience with PEGA Smart BPM
• 4+ years of experience with Case Development
• 4+ years of experience as a PEGA Business Architect
• 4+ years of experience in managing software functional requirements throughout the SDLC
• 4+ years of experience with Agile Software Development
• 4+ years of experience in documentation of requirements, test cases, and training material
• 4+ years of experience in leading test execution
• 4+ years of experience in configuration and deployment of software solutions at the enterprise level
• Strong communication skills
• Experience in an organization that develops and delivers software to customers

Our commitment:

Contact Government Services (CGS) strives to simplify and enhance government bureaucracy through the optimization of human, technical, and financial resources. We combine cutting edge technology with world‑class personnel to deliver customized solutions that fit our clients’ specific needs. We are committed to solving the most challenging and dynamic problems.

For the past seven years we’ve been growing our government‑contracting portfolio, and along the way we’ve created valuable partnerships by demonstrating a commitment to honesty, professionalism, and quality work.

Here at CGS we value honesty through hard work and self‑awareness, professionalism in all we do, and to deliver the best quality to our consumers mending those relations for years to come.

We care about our employees. Therefore, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.

• Health, Dental, and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401k
• Flexible Spending Account (Health, Dependent Care, and Commuter)
• Paid Time Off and Observance of State/Federal Holidays

Contact Government Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Join our team and become part of meaningful government innovation!

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For more information about CGS please visit: https://www.cgsfederal.com or contact:

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