Sr. Pega Developer

Sr. Pega DeveloperAt Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward!The WorkThe Sr. System Architect contributes to the design, configuration, and delivery of Pega-based solutions that support both business and technical requirements. Under the guidance of senior architects, this role develops core application components, supports integrations, troubleshoots moderately complex issues, and ensures adherence to Pega guardrails and engineering best practices. The role collaborates closely with analysts, developers, and stakeholders to deliver scalable, maintainable solutions while continuing to grow technical depth in Pega architecture and application development.Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to the design and configuration of Pega-based solutions that align with business and technical requirements under guidance from senior architectsDevelop, configure, and implement Pega application components including case types, flows, activities, UI rules, and integrationsCollaborate with business analysts, developers, and stakeholders to help define system specifications, workflows, data requirements, and integration needsEnsure adherence to Pega guardrails, coding standards, and software engineering best practices throughout the development lifecycleProvide technical support and mentorship to junior developers, escalating complex design decisions as neededTroubleshoot and resolve moderately complex Pega issues such as workflow logic, integration errors, and rule conflictsParticipate in code reviews, ensuring quality, performance, maintainability, and adherence to standardsRecommend opportunities to optimize existing Pega processes and leverage new Pega capabilitiesSupport integration activities for Pega applications with enterprise systems and APIs (REST/SOAP)Stay current on evolving Pega tools, frameworks, and platform enhancementsHere's What You Need:Bachelor's Degree required (an additional 2 years of experience might be considered in lieu of degree)2+ years of professional experienceHands-on experience with Pega application development, including case management, rule configuration, data pages, UI development, and workflow automationStrong foundation in software engineering and enterprise application developmentExperience using Pega PRPC, Dev Studio, App Studio, or Designer StudioAbility to translate business needs into scalable and maintainable system designs with direction from senior architectsExperience building and supporting integrations between Pega and external systems via APIs, services, or connectorsFamiliarity with version control systems, Agile delivery practices, and CI/CD pipelinesStrong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, and communication skillsCSA CertificationBonus Points If You Have:CSSA certificationAdvanced hands-on experience with Pega PRPC and reusable rule componentsUnderstanding of Pega frameworks, rule-reuse patterns, and integration designExperience contributing to system architecture discussions or guiding technical teammatesExposure to cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and enterprise integration patternsSkills in Pega Architecture or Software EngineeringEligibility Requirements:Must be a U.S. Citizen