*Appian Architect*

Accenture Australia; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

18 weeks paid parental leave

Long & short-term career break

Structured career development program

Local and international career opps

Family Inclusive Workplace

Flexible Work Arrangements

Diversity & Inclusion Index accolade

Job summary

Accenture Australia is seeking an Appian Senior Architect to lead the design, development, and delivery of Appian-based applications. You will guide cross-functional teams, ensure adherence to industry standards, and drive scalable Appian solutions in a fast-moving environment.

The role requires 10+ years of Appian experience, strong leadership, and proficiency in Appian BPM suite, web services, and REST APIs. Exceptional problem-solving and stakeholder management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10+ years of extensive experience in Appian development and architecture.
• Must have Lead Appian Certification.
• Proven experience in leading Appian projects and teams.
• Hands-on development experience on Appian Versions.
• Strong background in software development and project management, preferably in Agile environments.
• Proficient in database design and Appian BPM suite including SAIL, Process Modeler, and Appian Sites.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Appian applications, ensuring alignment with business requirements and best practices.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to translate business needs into effective Appian solutions.
• Provide technical leadership to cross-functional teams throughout the Appian development lifecycle.
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex issues, implementing effective solutions and optimizations.
• Oversee integration of Appian applications with existing systems using RESTful APIs, web services, and other methods.
• Mentor and support junior team members, foster continuous learning and growth.

Skills

Appian development

Appian architecture

Lead Appian Certification

Project leadership

Agile software development

RESTful APIs integration

Appian BPM Suite (SAIL, Process Model.

Appian RPA & AI

Stakeholder management

SQL

Tools

SQL

REST APIs

Job description

About Accenture

Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security. Find out more about us at www.accenture.com.

What You’ll Do

As an Appian Senior Architect, you will be responsible for leading strategic product or solution design, estimation, development, and delivery of Appian-based applications. This role requires extensive experience in Appian development, strong leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of Appian architecture and best practices. You will provide technical guidance, ensure adherence to industry standards, and drive successful delivery of scalable and efficient Appian solutions and is responsible for overall product vision, portfolio management, and the professional growth of a team of product managers. This role combines senior product management leadership with group-level responsibilities, shaping both product strategy and team excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Appian applications, ensuring alignment with business requirements and best practices.
• Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to translate business needs into effective Appian solutions.
• Provide technical leadership to cross-functional teams throughout the Appian development lifecycle.
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex issues, implementing effective solutions and optimizations.
• Oversee integration of Appian applications with existing systems using RESTful APIs, web services, and other methods.
• Conduct system performance evaluations and optimize solutions for speed and efficiency.
• Mentor and support junior team members, foster continuous learning and growth.
• Ensure compliance with organizational standards, security, and governance requirements.

Here’s what you need

• Minimum of 10+ years of extensive experience in Appian development and architecture
• Must have Lead Appian Certification
• Proven experience in leading Appian projects and teams for complex delivery
• Hands‑on development experience on Appian Versions
• Strong background in software development and project management, preferably in Agile environments
• Proficient in database design and Appian BPM suite, including Appian SAIL, Process Modeler, and Appian Sites
• Deep knowledge of Appian architecture, components, and best practices
• Experience with integration of Appian with other systems using RESTful APIs, web services (inbound / outbound), and SQL
• Familiarity with Appian RPA and AI capabilities
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities

Benefits of working at Accenture

• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Long & short-term career break opportunities
• Structured career development program
• Local and international career opportunities.
• Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace™
• Flexible Work Arrangements – centered around Accenture’s Truly Human ethos and our commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our people.
• We are proud to be in the top 3 of last year’s Diversity & Inclusion Index!

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