For one off our clients, we are looking for: Pega Lead System Architect
Start date: ASAP
Location: Mechelen
Remote politic: 2 days on-site mandatory
Languages: English (C2), Dutch: nice to have
Contract Type: Freelance
Mission of the Role:
As a Pega Lead System Architect (LSA), you are a cornerstone in driving technical leadership and innovation within the Pega domain. You translate complex business challenges and requirements into scalable and efficient technical solutions. Acting as a thought leader, you drive innovation, provide technical leadership across multiple squads, and shape the organization’s digital transformation roadmap.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
* Provide technical leadership: Guide one or more squads while challenging business stakeholders to align strategic objectives with the best technical solutions.
* Define technology standards: Establish and maintain industry-standard best practices for code quality, technical debt reduction, and translate these into the Pega technology roadmap.
* Support software delivery: Provide guidance on technical designs, support the refinement of high-level architectures, and coach the Pega developer community.
* Promote reuse and quality: Advocate and implement best practices for reusability and quality standards within the Pega platform.
* Maintain deep technical expertise: Stay up to date with Pega advancements, continuously expand your knowledge, and actively share it with teams.
* Define application architecture: Collaborate with enterprise architects to design and implement application architectures for new solutions within the Pega ecosystem.
Requirements and Competencies
Knowledge & Skills
* Thorough understanding of the organization’s mission, goals, and ways of working, particularly in leveraging the Pega platform for digital transformation.
* Strong network within the Pega community and awareness of the latest platform capabilities and trends.
* Expertise in delivering scalable Pega solutions and optimizing software development processes in an enterprise environment.
* Deep knowledge of the Pega platform, including frameworks such as Case Management, Decisioning, and Integration capabilities.
* Broad understanding of related technologies to support a holistic view of the enterprise architecture.
* Problem-Solving Skills
* Assess scope and risks during technical delivery while addressing complex technical challenges.
* Define and implement best practices for solution design, code quality, and platform implementation.
* Maximize the value of the Pega platform by driving innovation and aligning its capabilities with business objectives.
* Impact on the Organization
* Deliver measurable value by driving cost reductions, revenue generation, and operational efficiency through optimal platform use.
* Shape the digital transformation roadmap to support the organization’s evolution as a Pega-driven enterprise.
* Decisions have a long-term impact on the quality and speed of customer-facing applications and services.
Interpersonal Skills
* Strong networking capabilities within and beyond the organization, particularly in the Pega ecosystem.
* Ability to translate complex Pega designs and concepts into business-relevant language for stakeholders.
* Drive discussions on technology decisions with senior management, aligning business and technical strategies.
* Cultural Fit & Critical Competencies
Core Values
* We set thing in motion
* We work better together
* Our passion is contagious
* We say what’s what
* We are close
Key Competencies
* Learning Agility: Quickly adopt new knowledge and apply it effectively.
* Resilience: Thrive under pressure and adapt to change.
* Can-Do Attitude: Approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset.
* What is Needed to Succeed
Minimum Requirements
* Excellent communication skills in English.
* At least 8 years of experience in software development, with 3+ years in a senior or technical leadership role.
* Proven expertise in the Pega platform, including Pega Lead System Architect certification (LSA).
* Strong analytical and design-thinking skills, with a track record of delivering complex Pega solutions.
* Solid understanding of Pega architecture, design principles, and integration patterns.
Nice to Have
* Additional certifications in Pega frameworks and related technologies.
* Experience in driving digital transformation initiatives within large enterprises.
* Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies as applied to the Pega ecosystem.