Senior Software Engineer – Pega

First Citizens Bank

. Design, develop, and implement enterprise-scale workflow solutions within CAB Technology .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $117,614 - $140,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Pega Platform application development and architecture, with a strong focus on enterprise-scale solutions, compliance with security standards, and effective mentoring of technical teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Pega Lead System Architect CertificationPega Platform ExpertiseSolution ArchitectureCI/CD and DevOps ExperienceTechnical Leadership in Pega Implementations

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Hard Skills

Software Application DevelopmentEnterprise Application ArchitectureAutomated TestingCode ReviewsIntegration Using REST and SOAPDevelopment of Reusable FrameworksTesting MethodologiesTechnical Specification DraftingTroubleshooting Production IssuesApplication Design

Soft Skills

Mentoring and CoachingTechnical SupportCommunication with Management and Associates

Tools & Technologies

Pega GenAIKnowledge BuddyAgentic AICI/CD ToolsDevOps Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Pega Lead System Architect Certification

Industry Keywords

Enterprise SecurityGovernance StandardsRegulatory ComplianceWorkflow SolutionsSoftware Development Lifecycle

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

SOAP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and implement enterprise-scale workflow solutions within CAB Technology
Evaluate and improve department systems, processes, and applications
Construct modules, develop testing methods, and design materials using programming specifications
Estimate time for new features and assist with implementing system modifications
Execute test plans to validate application functionality
Collect data related to user requests and determine scope, time estimates, and system impacts
Inspect business and programming specifications, code, test plans, documentation, and implementation plans for accuracy
Provide technical support to production systems and address reported issues
Anticipate maintenance requirements and ensure functionality for end users
Draft technical specifications, application designs, and system, end-user, and operational documentation
Lead complex software development lifecycle activities, including creation, enhancement, implementation, and evaluation of software
Serve as a technical resource for management, associates, and business units
Provide 24/7 on-call support via rotations
Stay current with emerging Pega capabilities, AI technologies, and industry best practices
Lead solution architecture, application design, code reviews, CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing, and release management
Mentor and coach developers, Senior System Architects, and System Architects
Ensure compliance with enterprise security, governance, and regulatory standards

Requirements

What you’ll need

Pega Lead System Architect (LSA) certification/license preferred
Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in software application development and maintenance OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in software application development and maintenance
Expertise in the Pega Platform
Strong hands-on experience with Pega
Understanding of enterprise application architecture
Experience designing, architecting, and delivering enterprise-grade applications using the Pega Platform
Experience serving as technical lead for complex Pega implementations
Experience with Pega GenAI, Knowledge Buddy, Agentic AI, and related capabilities is nice to have
Experience with solution architecture, application design, and code reviews
Experience developing reusable frameworks, components, and enterprise design standards
Experience integrating Pega applications using REST, SOAP, messaging, and event-driven architectures
Experience with CI/CD, DevOps, automated testing, and release management
Experience troubleshooting complex production issues and leading critical incidents
Experience mentoring developers, Senior System Architects, and System Architects
Knowledge of enterprise security, governance, and regulatory standards
Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support via rotations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program
Variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards may be included in total compensation