Pega Lead System Architect (CLSA)

Capgemini; Atlanta (NY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Capgemini in the United States is seeking an experienced Pega Lead System Architect (CLSA) to lead the design and development of complex enterprise Pega solutions for a leading financial services client. The role requires deep expertise in Pega architecture, Constellation UX, and large-scale application delivery within highly regulated environments.

You will be a hands-on architect who drives technical strategy, establishes reusable frameworks, mentors developers, and ensures scalable,

Qualifications

• 12+ years of overall IT experience.
• 12+ years of hands-on Pega development experience.
• 3+ years of experience serving as a Pega Lead System Architect.
• Active Pega Certified Lead System Architect (CLSA) certification required.
• Deep expertise with Pega Infinity, Constellation UX, DX API, and enterprise integration patterns.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of enterprise Pega applications using Pega Infinity and Constellation UX.
• Define and implement reusable components, frameworks, and design standards.
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Conduct architecture, design, and code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and Pega guardrails.
• Mentor developers and provide technical leadership across project teams.
• Design and implement integrations with enterprise applications and external systems.
• Drive DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment automation.
• Ensure solutions meet performance, security, compliance, and scalability requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Technical architecture

Pega domain knowledge

Tools

Pega Infinity

Constellation UX

DX API

Enterprise integration patterns

CI/CD pipelines

DevOps

Common Data Model

Job description

Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Pega Lead System Architect (CLSA) to lead the design and development of complex enterprise Pega solutions for a leading financial services client. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Pega architecture, Constellation UX, enterprise integrations, and large-scale application delivery within highly regulated environments.

This role requires a hands‑on architect who can drive technical strategy, establish reusable frameworks, mentor development teams, and ensure delivery of scalable, high‑quality solutions aligned with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, design, and development of enterprise Pega applications using Pega Infinity and Constellation UX.
• Define and implement reusable components, frameworks, and design standards.
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Conduct architecture, design, and code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices and Pega guardrails.
• Mentor developers and provide technical leadership across project teams.
• Design and implement integrations with enterprise applications and external systems.
• Drive DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and deployment automation.
• Ensure solutions meet performance, security, compliance, and scalability requirements.

Required Qualifications

• 12+ years of overall IT experience
• 12+ years of hands‑on Pega development experience
• 3+ years of experience serving as a Pega Lead System Architect
• Active Pega Certified Lead System Architect (CLSA) certification required
• Deep expertise with:
• Pega Infinity
• Constellation UX
• DX API
• Enterprise application integration patterns
• DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
• Common Data Model concepts
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience within Financial Services and/or Insurance environments preferred.

Work Authorization

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or U.S. Permanent Residents (Green Card Holders). Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, now or in the future.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: 129,000 to 145,000.

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Benefits

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non‑negotiable benefits package to all regular, full‑time employees.

In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:

• Paid time off based on employee grade (A‑F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12‑25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
• Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice

Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

Disclaimers

Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.

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Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end‑to‑end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.