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The Pega Lead Business Architect (LBA) is the primary technical authority responsible for designing, governing, and delivering high‑scale enterprise solutions on the Pega platform. This role serves as the critical bridge between business strategy and technical execution, ensuring solutions are architected to be scalable, secure, and upgrade‑ready.
In this role, you will:
· Lead end‑to‑end technical architecture and solution design on the Pega platform
· Make strategic design and architectural decisions beyond foundational system design
· Conduct requirements analysis in collaboration with business and functional stakeholders
· Translate business requirements into features, user stories, and acceptance criteria within Rally
· Ensure adherence to Pega Guardrails, best practices, and architectural standards
· Provide technical mentorship, oversight, and governance to development teams
· Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, guiding platform strategy and solution roadmap decisions
We believe hybrid work is the way forward and strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role’s business requirements, this position requires 2–3 days per week onsite at a client or Cognizant office in Irving, TX.
Regardless of work arrangement, Cognizant is committed to supporting a healthy work‑life balance through a variety of wellbeing programs.
Work arrangements are accurate as of the date of posting and may change based on project, business, or client needs. Role expectations will always be communicated clearly.
To be considered for this role, you must have:
· Proven experience leading Pega technical architecture and solution design
· Strong background in requirements analysis and enterprise application development
· Hands‑on expertise creating requirements, features, and user stories within Rally (or similar tools)
· Demonstrated ability to enforce architectural governance and Pega Guardrails compliance
· Experience mentoring development teams and providing technical leadership and oversight
These qualifications will help you stand out:
· Pega Lead Business Architect (LBA) certification or equivalent experience
Applications will be accepted until: April 17, 2026
· Base Salary: $160,000 – $180,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications
· Incentive Compensation: Eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and plan terms
Benefits include (subject to eligibility requirements):
· Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
· Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off
· 401(k) plan with company contributions
· Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
· Paid Parental Leave
· Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Disclaimer: Salary, compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the posting date and may be modified by Cognizant at any time, subject to applicable law.
Please note this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.
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