Pega Lead System Architect (CLSA)

We are seeking an experienced Pega Lead System Architect (CLSA) to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale Pega solutions supporting critical banking and insurance business processes. This role is responsible for architecting scalable applications, defining technical standards, mentoring development teams, and ensuring alignment between technology solutions and business objectives., * Lead architecture, design, and development of complex Pega applications utilizing Pega Infinity and Constellation UX.

• Define reusable frameworks, components, and design standards to accelerate delivery and support long-term maintainability.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders, solution architects, and engineering teams to translate business requirements into scalable technical solutions.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle, including architecture reviews, code reviews, and release governance.
• Mentor developers and promote best practices across development teams.
• Design and implement integrations with enterprise systems, external data providers, payment platforms, and other critical business applications.
• Drive performance, scalability, security, and compliance considerations across all solution designs.
• Support CI/CD initiatives and DevOps practices for Pega deployments., * Work on mission-critical transformation programs within a leading financial services environment.
• Collaborate with senior technology leaders and business stakeholders.
• Influence enterprise architecture decisions and platform strategy.
• Opportunity to mentor teams and shape the future of Pega delivery.

The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in the Pega platform, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record designing and implementing complex solutions within highly regulated financial services environments., * 12+ years of Pega development experience.

• 3+ years of experience serving as a Lead System Architect or equivalent architecture role.
• Pega Certified Lead System Architect (CLSA) certification is required.
• Strong experience with Pega Infinity platform.
• Deep expertise with:
• Constellation UX
• DX API
• Enterprise integration patterns
• DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
• Common Data Model concepts
• Experience designing solutions in Banking, Financial Services, or Insurance environments.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to guide distributed development teams and drive architectural decisions., * Experience with large-scale digital transformation initiatives.
• Knowledge of cloud-native architecture and enterprise modernization programs.
• Experience integrating with third-party financial platforms, payment systems, or insurance data providers.
• Previous consulting experience working with enterprise clients., Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future employer sponsorship. Visa sponsorship and visa transfers are not available for this position.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: 129,000 to 165,000.

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.

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.

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., 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.