For one off our clients, we are looking for: Pega Lead System ArchitectStart date: ASAPLocation: MechelenRemote politic: 2 days on-site mandatoryLanguages: English (C2), Dutch: nice to haveContract Type: FreelanceMission of the Role: As a Pega Lead System Architect (LSA), you are a cornerstone in driving technical leadership and innovation within the Pega domain. You translate complex business challenges and requirements into scalable and efficient technical solutions. Acting as a thought leader, you drive innovation, provide technical leadership across multiple squads, and shape the organization’s digital transformation roadmap.Key Roles ResponsibilitiesProvide technical leadership: Guide one or more squads while challenging business stakeholders to align strategic objectives with the best technical solutions.Define technology standards: Establish and maintain industry-standard best practices for code quality, technical debt reduction, and translate these into the Pega technology roadmap.Support software delivery: Provide guidance on technical designs, support the refinement of high-level architectures, and coach the Pega developer community.Promote reuse and quality: Advocate and implement best practices for reusability and quality standards within the Pega platform.Maintain deep technical expertise: Stay up to date with Pega advancements, continuously expand your knowledge, and actively share it with teams.Define application architecture: Collaborate with enterprise architects to design and implement application architectures for new solutions within the Pega ecosystem.Requirements and CompetenciesKnowledge SkillsThorough understanding of the organization’s mission, goals, and ways of working, particularly in leveraging the Pega platform for digital transformation.Strong network within the Pega community and awareness of the latest platform capabilities and trends.Expertise in delivering scalable Pega solutions and optimizing software development processes in an enterprise environment.Deep knowledge of the Pega platform, including frameworks such as Case Management, Decisioning, and Integration capabilities.Broad understanding of related technologies to support a holistic view of the enterprise architecture.Problem-Solving SkillsAssess scope and risks during technical delivery while addressing complex technical challenges.Define and implement best practices for solution design, code quality, and platform implementation.Maximize the value of the Pega platform by driving innovation and aligning its capabilities with business objectives.Impact on the OrganizationDeliver measurable value by driving cost reductions, revenue generation, and operational efficiency through optimal platform use.Shape the digital transformation roadmap to support the organization’s evolution as a Pega-driven enterprise.Decisions have a long-term impact on the quality and speed of customer-facing applications and services.Interpersonal SkillsStrong networking capabilities within and beyond the organization, particularly in the Pega ecosystem.Ability to translate complex Pega designs and concepts into business-relevant language for stakeholders.Drive discussions on technology decisions with senior management, aligning business and technical strategies.Cultural Fit Critical CompetenciesCore ValuesWe set thing in motionWe work better togetherOur passion is contagiousWe say what’s whatWe are closeKey CompetenciesLearning Agility: Quickly adopt new knowledge and apply it effectively.Resilience: Thrive under pressure and adapt to change.Can-Do Attitude: Approach challenges with a solution-oriented mindset.What is Needed to SucceedMinimum RequirementsExcellent communication skills in English.At least 8 years of experience in software development, with 3+ years in a senior or technical leadership role.Proven expertise in the Pega platform, including Pega Lead System Architect certification (LSA).Strong analytical and design-thinking skills, with a track record of delivering complex Pega solutions.Solid understanding of Pega architecture, design principles, and integration patterns.Nice to HaveAdditional certifications in Pega frameworks and related technologies.Experience in driving digital transformation initiatives within large enterprises.Familiarity with Agile and DevOps methodologies as applied to the Pega ecosystem.