Senior Pega Solutions Architect

Salary: $113000 - 156000 per year Requirements: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline. 7+ years of experience in business analysis or architecture, with at least 4 years focusing on Pega programs. Pega Certified Business Architect (PCBA/CPBA) is required; CSSA/CSBA certification is preferred. Proven track record of delivering across the complete lifecycle: from discovery to design, build support, testing, go-live, and adoption. Expertise in Pega case management, workflow orchestration, rules/decisioning, integrations, and data modeling. Strong facilitation and communication skills with senior stakeholders; adept at leading rapid decision-making. Solid understanding of application architecture, integration patterns, and technology stacks. Ability to interpret business processes and convert them into technical solutions. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills for navigating complex technical challenges. Nice to have: Experience in insurance, financial services, or healthcare operations, specifically in claims or policy servicing. Familiarity with Solstice Analyticss values and customer mission, with prior exposure to LTC claims or servicing as a plus. Working knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban), along with tools like Jira/Azure DevOps, DCO workshops, and design-thinking techniques. Responsibilities: Convert business requirements into technical designs for applications, data, and infrastructure. Ensure that solutions align with Solstice Analyticss Architecture Design Framework (ADF) and Enterprise Architecture principles. Collaborate with Enterprise Architects, Principal Architects, and development teams to ensure consistency and pattern reuse. Participate in the Architecture Review Board (ARB) processes and prepare necessary solution review documentation. Provide technical leadership throughout solution implementation and integration. Drive the business architecture for complex initiatives, encompassing process modeling, case/lifecycle design, persona & channel strategy, and data/interface mapping in Pega. Lead requirements discovery activities, including journey mapping, use cases, BRDs, and epics/stories, aligning them with Pega capabilities and frameworks. Define the solution scope, MVPs, and incremental releases, balancing business outcomes, operational risk, compliance, and technical constraints. Partner with Product Owners, UX, and Pega SSAs/CSAs to transform business rules into decision strategies, DCO assets, and actionable acceptance criteria. Develop functional designs, mockups, prototypes, and test plans; oversee SIT/UAT to confirm value realization and readiness for production. Mentor agile teams and stakeholders on Pega methodology and best practices, encouraging continuous improvement among peers. Contribute to platform governance, including backlog triage, reuse standards, data quality, compliance documentation, and support audits as necessary. Assist in crafting business cases and roadmaps with measurable KPIs such as cycle time, STP rate, NIGO reduction, CSAT, and operational costs. Technologies: Architect Azure DevOps Support JIRA Kanban SSAS UX UI Design Cloud More: At Solstice Analytics, we are dedicated to empowering families to confidently navigate the aging journey. As compassionate allies, we offer guidance, products, and services tailored to support families in their unique situations. We celebrate the diverse perspectives and experiences our team members bring, fostering a culture of inclusion where everyone can be their authentic selves. This role is based in Virginia, with preferred locations in Richmond and Lynchburg, but we also accommodate remote applicants in various states within the Eastern and Central Standard Time zones. Our commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare benefits, generous time off, retirement plans, wellness support, and opportunities for continued education and personal growth. last updated 26 week of 2026