Description
SAIC is seeking an Senior Systems Architect with solid experience on the Pega Platform. If you are looking for a rewarding career supporting multiple customers in a variety of engagements while also mentoring others and growing along the way, we'd love to have you join our growing team! You must be self-motivated and hard-working with a passion for people and software. This job is Full Time and can be worked Remote anywhere in the U.S.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs technical planning, high level and detailed requirements definition, test planning and execution (to include use cases, test procedures and test data), business process automation software systems integration, and technical support for business process automation (Pega) software systems and subsystems. Total software system product may include concept design, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. (It should be understood that this is not intended to be a detailed nor comprehensive description of any individual employee's job content. Managers set the specific duties and responsibilities for each employee). SCOPE: This position will support intelligent business process automation engagements with a variety of customers using Pega's software development platform. Applies extensive technical expertise with the Pega Platform, Pega Express Delivery model and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet objectives. Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies. Work is reviewed and measured based on meeting objectives and schedules. Establishes and recommends changes to policies, which affect subordinate organization(s). PROBLEM COMPLEXITY: Develops technical solutions to complex problems, which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. FREEDOM TO ACT: Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective for desired results. Exercises judgment in selecting methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results. IMPACT: Guides the successful completion of major programs. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve major organizational objectives. LIASON: May represent organization as prime technical contact on contracts and projects. May Interact with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
Qualifications
TYPICAL EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Bachelors and nine (9) years or more experience; Masters and seven (7) years or more experience ; PhD or JD and four (4) years or more experience.
REQUIRED:
Pega Certified Senior System Architect (PCSSA) with 5+ years of solid experience developing on the Pega Platform
Knowledge of and experience with one or more programming languages
Must have experience with:
Implementing user stories according to design and best practice guidelines
Knowledge of software design and implementation
Knowledge of relational database principles and/or experience with database design
Familiarity and/or experience with the Agile Software Development Lifecycle
Unit testing all configurations within the Pega Platform
Fixing defects
Providing direction/mentoring to other team members
Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance on the job.
DESIRED:
Ability to explain complex technical terms and systems to customers and junior team members
Ability to participate in the indentification and implementation of continuous improvement processes/standards
Excellent analytical/reasoning skills
Excellent troubleshooting skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Highly collaborative
Ability to give and receive critical feedback
Solid ability to take ownership/initiative
Target salary range: $125,001 - $150,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.
Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site.
Overview
SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® technology integrator driving our nation's technology transformation. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian, and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in engineering, digital, artificial intelligence, and mission solutions. Using our expertise and understanding of existing and emerging technologies, we integrate the best components from our own portfolio and our partner ecosystem to deliver innovative, effective, and efficient solutions that are critical to achieving our customers' missions.
We are more than 26,500 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a respectful work culture based on diversity, equity, and inclusion that values all contributors. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.1 billion. For more information, visit saic.com.
