About the Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and hands-on PEGA Senior System Architect (SSA)/Developer to lead the design, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-grade Pega solutions. In this role, you will drive the development of scalable, secure, and high-performing applications while ensuring adherence to Pega best practices and architectural standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience designing and implementing complex Pega applications, including expertise with the Pega Smart Claims Engine (SCE). A strong background in healthcare, enterprise integrations, data modeling, and regulatory compliance is essential.
In this role, you will:
- Participate in the development, configuration, testing, and optimization of Pega applications, applying Pega best practices, design patterns, coding standards, and performance-tuning techniques.
- Work on claims solutions using the Pega Smart Claims Engine (SCE) model, translating healthcare claims requirements into scalable technical solutions.
- Participate in scalable implementation of Pega class structures, case types, workflows, user interfaces, integrations, and reusable components to support enterprise healthcare solutions.
- Design and implement event-driven and data-integration solutions using Kafka, with Apache Kafka preferred and Confluent Kafka experience also applicable.
- Development scalable, resilient integrations between Pega SCE and enterprise platforms, APIs, microservices, data sources, and messaging technologies.
- Utilize healthcare domain expertise to deliver solutions aligned with healthcare operations and claims processing requirements.
- Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex application and integration issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing effective technical solutions.
- Provide hands-on technical leadership through code reviews, design reviews, troubleshooting, development guidance, and enforcement of Pega engineering standards.
What You Need to Have to Be Considered
- Pega Lead System Architect (LSA) with proven experience providing hands-on technical expertise across Pega implementations.
- Experience designing, developing, testing, and deploying secure, scalable, and high-performance Pega applications, including class structures, case management workflows, UI models, and reusable frameworks.
- Strong expertise integrating Pega applications with enterprise platforms using REST APIs, microservices, and other modern integration technologies.
- Strong experience with event-driven architectures and Kafka-based integrations. Apache Kafka experience is preferred; Confluent Kafka experience is also acceptable.
- Demonstrated experience designing resilient, scalable integrations and troubleshooting complex application, data, and messaging issues.
- Demonstrated ability to conduct code and technical reviews, monitor application quality and performance, mitigate technical risks, and ensure compliance with Pega guardrails and development standards.
These Will Help You Stand Out
- Pega Lead System Architect (LSA) Certification
- Pega Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA) Certification
- Pega Certified System Architect (CSA) Certification
- Advanced Pega Smart Claims Engine (SCE) implementation experience
- Apache Kafka and/or Confluent Kafka integration experience
We're excited to meet professionals who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every listed qualification. Transferable experience, diverse perspectives, and unique skills are highly valued.
Applications are being accepted through 11/13/2026.
The salary range for this role is $102,000 - $116,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, subject to performance and applicable plan terms.
Benefits
(Subject to eligibility requirements)
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan with Company Contributions
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: Compensation and benefits information is current as of the posting date. Cognizant reserves the right to modify compensation and benefits programs at any time in accordance with applicable laws.
コグニザントについて
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雇用に関する追加情報
本募集に記載されている報酬情報は、掲載日時点で正確なものです。Cognizantは、適用される法令に従い、いつでも本情報を変更する権利を留保します。
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