Meet Zia

Let’s start off by learning a bit more about your life prior to Pega. Where are you from originally and what is your educational background?
As a child growing up in India, I was inquisitive about technology from an early age and continued that interest throughout my college career as a Computer Science major at SRM University. Later, I was selected by Tata Consultancy Services to join as a trainee.

What motivated you to learn how to use Pega?
I was introduced to Pega in late 2010 by TCS and I took up the challenge to learn the platform. During my training, I became very intrigued by the capabilities of Pega. Comparing Pega with other technologies, I felt confident that this was going to be the best path for my career. After getting certified in Pega, I was asked by a major bank to work on the platform and I haven’t looked back.

How has Pega shaped or impacted your career?
Learning Pega helped me take a leap in my career. As an LSA, I am leading business critical projects for top Fortune 500 clients and helping them achieve digital transformation. Pega has also helped me keep up with the latest trends in technology by incorporating new updates in each version. It has been a continual learning process over the last nine years.

How is Pega changing the organization where you work?
As the Platinum Partner of Pega, TCS provides end-to-end solutions for all types of clients such as Financial, Insurance, Retail, Healthcare, and Telecom. Pega has helped TCS in delivering top-notch solutions for clients by adapting to their constantly changing industry needs. The availability of Pega frameworks and products have ensured that the MLP (Minimum Loveable Product) can be delivered to clients in a short timeframe.

What message or advice would you give to anyone who is considering a career as a Pega Developer?
Pega has been a market leader for decades, so you can’t go wrong with Pega! You can be assured that Pega will open a world of opportunities for you. The best part about the Pega platform is that it incorporates the latest innovations and provides solutions for it. From Robotics and AI to Chatbots and Analytics – Pega has it all.