Senior Pega Developer – Application Design, Integrations & Agile Development

Synechron is looking for a Senior Pega Developer to design, develop, and maintain Pega applications. This role involves collaborating with business analysts and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions that enhance process efficiency and user experience. The developer will be responsible for streamlining workflows, ensuring platform robustness, and maintaining the integrity of enterprise-level Pega systems. Key tasks include designing features, creating technical documentation, conducting code reviews, troubleshooting, and supporting deployments, contributing to continuous improvement and platform stability.

Must Have

• Design, develop, and implement Pega applications, features, and workflows.
• Collaborate with business analysts, testers, and cross-functional teams to translate business and technical requirements into solution designs.
• Create detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, deployment procedures, and operational manuals.
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, maintainability, and organizational standards.
• Support troubleshooting, bug fixing, and performance optimization of Pega applications.
• Assist in deploying applications via automation tools like Jenkins and manage release cycles.
• Minimum of 6+ years of professional experience in software development, with substantial hands-on experience in Pega platform development.
• Proven experience designing and implementing Pega case types, integrations (REST APIs, file listeners), error handling, and decision tables.
• Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
• Experience supporting deployment and change management in distributed environments, preferably with automation tools such as Jenkins.

Good to Have

• Expertise with Pega rule management, assignment flows, and complex flow design.
• Experience automating deployment processes using Jenkins or similar tools.
• Knowledge of deploying applications in cloud environments like Azure or AWS.
• Basic understanding of cloud deployment environments (Azure, AWS).
• Pega Certified System Architect (CSA) or Pega Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA) certifications.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical issues efficiently.
• Effective communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence technical considerations positively.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of owning tasks and driving them independently.
• Adaptability to evolving technology landscapes and organizational priorities.
• Commitment to continuous learning, process improvement, and delivering high-quality solutions.

Job Summary

Synechron is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Pega Developer to join our technology team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Pega applications that support various business operations within the organization. You will work closely with business analysts, testers, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality solutions that enhance process efficiency, improve user experience, and ensure platform robustness. Your expertise will contribute to streamlining workflows and maintaining the integrity of enterprise-level Pega systems.

Software Requirements

Required:

• Hands-on experience in Pega Platform development, including core case types, integrations (REST APIs, file listeners), decision tables, rules, and collections
• Strong understanding of Java for supporting Pega customizations and integrations
• Knowledge of SDLC processes and best practices in software development
• Experience working within Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)
• Familiarity with version control tools such as Git or SVN

Preferred:

• Expertise with Pega rule management, assignment flows, and complex flow design
• Experience automating deployment processes using Jenkins or similar tools
• Knowledge of deploying applications in cloud environments like Azure or AWS

Overall Responsibilities

• Collaborate with business analysts, testers, and cross-functional teams to gather, understand, and translate business and technical requirements into solution designs
• Design, develop, and implement Pega applications, features, and workflows aligned with the organization’s needs
• Create detailed technical documentation, including design specifications, deployment procedures, and operational manuals
• Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to best practices, maintainability, and organizational standards
• Support troubleshooting, bug fixing, and performance optimization of Pega applications
• Assist in deploying applications via automation tools like Jenkins and manage release cycles
• Stay current with Pega platform updates, new features, and industry best practices for continuous improvement
• Provide technical support during and after deployment to resolve issues promptly and maintain platform stability

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages (Essential):

• Pega Rule Process Commander (PRPC) rule development and scripting
• Java (preferred for integrations and customizations)

Data Management & Integrations:

• Experience with Pega case types, process flows, and their integrations with REST APIs and file listeners
• Knowledge of error handling, error management, and report generation within Pega

Cloud Technologies:

• Basic understanding of cloud deployment environments (Azure, AWS) is preferred

Frameworks & Libraries:

• Pega decisioning rules, collections, data pages, flow design, and rule management

Development Tools & Methodologies:

• Agile/Scrum development practices
• Version control (Git, SVN)
• CI/CD pipelines involving Jenkins or similar tools for deployment automation

Security Protocols (if applicable):

• Basic understanding of security principles related to application deployment and data handling in Pega environments

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 6+ years of professional experience in software development, with substantial hands-on experience in Pega platform development
• Proven experience designing and implementing Pega case types, integrations (REST APIs, file listeners), error handling, and decision tables
• Prior experience working in Agile/Scrum teams
• Experience supporting deployment and change management in distributed environments, preferably with automation tools such as Jenkins
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and participating in code reviews, documentation, and technical standards establishment

Day-to-Day Activities

• Attend daily stand-ups, sprint planning, and review meetings to coordinate work activities
• Engage with business analysts to gather detailed requirements and translate them into technical designs
• Develop, test, and deploy Pega applications, workflows, and rules based on specifications
• Conduct code reviews, troubleshoot issues, and optimize application performance continuously
• Prepare and update technical documentation, including design diagrams, deployment procedures, and operational support documents
• Collaborate with DevOps teams to support CI/CD integration and automate release cycles
• Provide ongoing technical support for production applications, resolving platform issues and implementing improvements
• Keep abreast of Pega platform updates and emerging best practices, applying new knowledge to improve system robustness

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
• Pega Certified System Architect (CSA) or Pega Certified Senior System Architect (CSSA) certifications preferred
• Proven hands-on experience developing Pega applications, case types, and integrations in enterprise environments
• Strong knowledge of SDLC, Agile practices, and change management processes

Professional Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills to resolve complex technical issues efficiently
• Effective communication skills, capable of articulating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and influence technical considerations positively
• Self-motivated, proactive, and capable of owning tasks and driving them independently
• Adaptability to evolving technology landscapes and organizational priorities
• Commitment to continuous learning, process improvement, and delivering high-quality solutions

S​YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more.

Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn community.

Sustainability and Health Safety Commitment

At Synechron, we are committed to integrating sustainability into our business strategy, ensuring responsible growth while minimizing environmental impact. Employees play a key role in driving our sustainability initiatives, from reducing our carbon footprint to fostering ethical and sustainable business practices across global operations. All positions are required to adhere to our Sustainability and Health Safety standards, demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship, workplace safety, and sustainable practices.