Systems Architect/Senior Software Engineer

Job Summary Our client, a major financial and banking services provider, is seeking a Systems Architect/Senior Software Engineer with strong Pega Infinity and Kubernetes expertise to support enterprise application development, deployment, and modernization initiatives. This role will focus on designing, deploying, and maintaining scalable Pega solutions in cloud-native environments while supporting DevOps and CI/CD best practices. Core Responsibilities Design, develop, test, deploy, and support enterprise Pega applications Build and maintain Pega deployment processes within Kubernetes environments Manage Docker images, Helm charts, upgrades, rollbacks, and production deployments Configure and support integrations with Kafka, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch/OpenSearch, and other enterprise platforms Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance to development teams Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, scalability, and reliability standards Partner with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment Required Skills & Experience (Must-Haves) Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience 8+ years of software engineering experience 6+ years of Pega Infinity 8.x+ experience Strong Kubernetes and containerization experience Experience with Helm, Docker, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Pega Cloud) CI/CD and DevOps experience Experience with Agile delivery methodologies Strong understanding of software architecture and system design Preferred Skills & Experience (Nice-to-Haves) Pega CSSA or LSA certification Pega Deployment Manager experience Java or .NET development background Kafka and event-driven architecture experience PostgreSQL database experience REST, SOAP, GraphQL, and API integration expertise Financial services industry experience Team leadership and mentoring experience Pega Customer Decision Hub (CDH) experience AI-driven decisioning, Next-Best-Action (NBA), and predictive analytics experience Key Competencies & Behaviors Problem Solving Analytical Thinking Communication Skills Collaboration Independence Adaptability Continuous Improvement Accountability Compensation & Benefits Pay Range: The approximate pay range for this position is between $52.00 and $75.00. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums. Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP) 401K offered About KellyMitchell At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr KellyMitchell Group