> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4473412-pega-lead-systems-architect-798](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4473412-pega-lead-systems-architect-798). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Pega Lead Systems Architect 798 - **Company:** Freedom Technology Solutions Group - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $265,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Business Software, Business Process Modeling, System Configuration, Internet Security, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Systems Architecture, Pega, Model-Driven Development, Event Driven Architecture, Build Management, Information Technology, Microservices - **Published:** October 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/pega-lead-systems-architect-798-annapolis-junction-md--bd95e6ed-1b86-4c77-a8d7-5d1a4358cc88 ## About the Role System Architecture, Software Development, Finance, Logistics, Workforce Management, Internet Security, System Architecture, Intelligence Community, Business Solutions, Government, * Minimum of 5 years demonstrated experience developing, configuring, implementing, and supporting Pega applications. * Willing and able to obtain a TS/SCI with polygraph clearance. * Must be willing to work on site in Annapolis Junction, MD. * Strong knowledge of the Pega Platform and experience building model-driven, enterprise-level business applications and workflows. * Demonstrated experience developing, configuring, implementing, and supporting Pega applications in an enterprise environment. * Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments * Strong business process modeling, functional design, and development experience. * Experience working with stakeholders, Product Owners, Business Architects, etc. * Strong documentation skills, including requirements, test cases, release notes, and training materials. Desired Qualifications: * Certified Pega Lead System Architect (CPLSA) certification * Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field., If you want to view the EEO Law poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Arabic - Chinese If you want to view the EEO Law Supplement poster, please choose your language: English - Spanish - Chinese If you want to view the Pay Transparency Policy Statement, please click the link: English ## Description What if your next Pega opportunity could take your career beyond traditional application development and put your work directly in support of the nation's most critical national security missions?, * Design and build Pega case types, workflows, data models, UI, integrations, and reusable components. * Translate business requirements into scalable Pega solutions and user stories. * Apply Pega guardrails, development standards, performance, security, and architecture best practices. * Lead Pega development teams and mentor technical team members. * Lead stakeholder meetings and discussions and provide architectural guidance. * Design secure and scalable integrations using APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures. * Lead legacy application modernization initiatives. * Support deployment and integration across environments. * Ensure solutions meet enterprise requirements for scalability, security, compliance, maintainability, and performance. * Identify and mitigate project risks and support solution acceptance and testing. * Participate in Agile sprint planning, solution design, development and release activities. * Develop standards, repeatable processes, and reusable components. * Act as a liaison between stakeholders, Product Owners, Pega technical teams, contract team, users, etc. * Maintain technical and product documentation and support customer success activities.