Job Specifications
About the Role
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. Key Responsibilities
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
Work Model: Hybrid
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. Required Qualifications
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
Preferred Qualifications
These qualifications will help you stand out:
Pega Lead Business Architect (LBA) certification or equivalent experience
Compensation & Benefits
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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About the Company
Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
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