Pega Lead System Architect

PEGA Lead job at Axiom Software Solutions Limited. Raleigh, NC. Role: PEGA Lead Location: Raleigh, NC – Onsite Position Type: Contract Job Summary: We are looking for a highly skilled Pega Tech Lead to oversee the design, development, and upgrade of applications built on Pega 8.* to Pega Infinity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Pega platform upgrades, experience working with OpenShift containers, and the ability to coordinate effectively with offshore teams. You will play a critical role in driving digital transformation through scalable and maintainable Pega solutions. Key Responsibilities Lead/ support end-to-end delivery of Pega projects, including design, development, upgrade, deployment, and support. Drive and execute Pega platform upgrades (e.g., from older versions to Pega Infinity 23+). Support to implement solutions within containerized environments such as Red Hat OpenShift. Manage and coordinate tasks with offshore/onshore development teams, ensuring alignment across time zones and teams. Work with DevOps and Infrastructure/middleware teams to ensure seamless deployment in containerized environments. Collaborate with business stakeholders, architects, and QA teams to deliver scalable and high-performing Pega applications. Perform code reviews, enforce best practices, and mentor junior developers. Troubleshoot performance and integration issues across environments. Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture and governance standards. Required Skills and Experience 8+ years of overall IT experience with at least 6+ years in Pega. Proven experience leading Pega upgrades (8.x, Infinity 23+, etc.). Strong experience with Pega Infinity architecture, DX API, case lifecycle, Pega Constellation, and Dev Studio. Hands-on experience deploying and managing applications in OpenShift or Kubernetes-based containers. Experience in Data Migration of DataBase MSSQL. Solid understanding of CI/CD pipelines, container images, and deployment automation. Experience coordinating and managing offshore teams and delivering in an agile environment. Pega CSSA or CLSA certification is strongly preferred. Strong problem-solving and communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience in financial services or Banking domains. Familiarity with Constellation UI and DX API. Working knowledge of REST, SOAP, and integration patterns. #J-18808-Ljbffr