Lead System Architect (LSA) - Pega

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Lead System Architect (LSA) - Pega

Location

Tysons Corner, VA (Hybrid)

Employment Type

Full-Time

About Sky Solutions

Sky Solutions is a trusted technology partner delivering innovative digital transformation and IT modernization solutions to federal agencies. We specialize in enterprise application development, cloud technologies, data solutions, cybersecurity, and digital services that help government organizations achieve their mission objectives.

Position Overview

Sky Solutions is seeking an experienced Pega Lead System Architect (LSA) to support a large-scale federal enterprise grants management modernization and sustainment program for the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). The LSA will provide technical architecture leadership for the Pega-based enterprise grants management platform, overseeing solution design, application architecture, integrations, development standards, and technical modernization initiatives.

The ideal candidate must possess an active Pega Certified Lead System Architect (CLSA) certification, with extensive hands-on experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale Pega applications. This individual will work closely with program leadership, product owners, developers, and government stakeholders to ensure scalable, secure, maintainable, and high-performing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the overall technical architecture, design, and implementation of enterprise Pega applications.
• Translate business requirements into scalable Pega solution architectures, application designs, and technical specifications.
• Provide architectural oversight across Pega development, configuration, workflow automation, case management, and business process solutions.
• Design and oversee integrations between Pega applications and external enterprise systems using REST/SOAP APIs and integration services.
• Establish Pega development standards, architecture guidelines, reusable components, and best practices.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to Pega developers, technical leads, and engineering teams.
• Oversee application performance, scalability, maintainability, security, and technical quality.
• Support Pega platform upgrades, application modernization, deployment management, and release planning.
• Collaborate with DevSecOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines, automated deployments, and continuous integration practices.
• Evaluate existing application architecture and identify opportunities for modernization, optimization, and technical improvement.
• Ensure solutions align with federal security, accessibility, compliance, and enterprise architecture standards.
• Work closely with business stakeholders and product owners to prioritize technical enhancements and resolve complex architectural challenges.
• Provide technical documentation, architecture diagrams, design reviews, and recommendations to program leadership.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in Pega application development and enterprise solution architecture.
• Active Pega Certified Lead System Architect (CLSA) certification
• Demonstrated experience designing and implementing complex enterprise Pega applications.
• Strong expertise in Pega Platform architecture, case management, workflows, rules, integrations, and application development.
• Experience with Pega App Studio, Dev Studio, and enterprise application configuration.
• Strong understanding of REST/SOAP APIs, web services, enterprise integrations, and database technologies.
• Experience with application performance optimization, scalability, security, and troubleshooting.
• Experience providing technical leadership and architectural guidance to development teams.
• Understanding of Agile delivery, DevSecOps, CI/CD, and enterprise software development practices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting federal government or large-scale public-sector IT programs.
• Experience with Pega-based grants management, financial management, or other complex workflow-driven enterprise applications.
• Familiarity with Pega Business Intelligence Exchange (BIX), Dynamic Case Management (DCM), and Pega Deployment Manager.
• Experience with WSO2 API Manager or similar enterprise API management platforms.
• Experience integrating Pega applications with external government systems and enterprise databases.
• Knowledge of federal cybersecurity, accessibility, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with cloud-based application environments and enterprise modernization initiatives.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for a certified Pega architecture professional who can take ownership of enterprise solution architecture, guide technical implementation, establish development standards, and ensure the successful evolution of mission-critical government applications.

Compensation

The expected compensation range for this position is $128,978 - $189,436 annually. Compensation is determined in good faith and may vary based on job-related factors, including relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, clearance level, labor category alignment, contract requirements, work location, internal equity, and business needs.

The posted range reflects the Sky's reasonable estimate at the time of posting and does not guarantee a specific salary or rate. Final compensation will be determined based on the selected candidate's qualifications and applicable contractual and business considerations.

Sky Solutions Benefits & Culture at a Glance

• Healthcare & Wellness
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage tailored to your needs.
• Supplemental options like life insurance, disability, HSA/FSA available.
• Time Off & Work-Life Balance
• Starting at 15 PTO days per year, increasing with tenure.
• Plus 11 paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Professional Growth & Development
• Annual education stipend.
• Access to thousands of online courses.
• Formal mentorship programs for career advancement.
• Inclusive Culture
• "One Team” mentality focused on collaboration and belonging.
• Recognized as a Great Place to Work® for six years straight.

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