Senior Software Engineer

Appian Corporation; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

EAP with free mental health support

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)

Retirement/pension plan

Job summary

A leading software company in Chennai is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to enhance the performance and scalability of the Appian platform. Key responsibilities include resolving software issues, utilizing Java and web technologies, and contributing to code optimization efforts. Candidates should have over 5 years of relevant experience and a background in cloud environments. The position offers a chance to work on innovative solutions and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience building enterprise software applications.
• Experience in CI/CD in Cloud environments.
• Strong troubleshooting skills for complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve emergent problems.
• Build automation to prevent problem recurrence.
• Communicate technical designs effectively.

Skills

Java

Web technologies

Problem-solving

Agile methodologies

Cloud (AWS)

CI/CD

Data structures

Algorithms

Object-oriented design

Functional programming

Education

BE/B.Tech/BS in Computer Science

MS in Computer Science

Tools

Gradle

JDBC

Hibernate

Spring

Kafka

Quartz

TypeScript

Redux

React

Job description

Overview

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.

Role

Senior Software Engineer working on the Appian platform. Your mission is to ensure Appian is fast, scalable and capable of handling the tasks our customers configure it to do. You will solve problems of scale and flexibility that most engineers never see, building a product capable of serving our customers in ways you may not yet imagine. Your scope extends from the high-performance data layer to the cross‑platform user interface and the design tools used to create it.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and resolve emergent problems; write software and build automation to prevent problem recurrence
• Leverage knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns to write software in a full‑stack Java & web technology environment, including but not limited to Gradle, JDBC, Hibernate, Spring, Kafka, Quartz, TypeScript, Redux, and React
• Utilize both object‑oriented as well as functional programming approaches in different technologies to implement features effectively
• Leverage relevant software development experience to radiate best practices and faster development
• Manage availability, latency, scalability, and efficiency of the product by designing reliability into software and systems
• Be a strong contributor to team feature breakdowns/sizing and design of new feature implementations
• Have a high degree of personal responsibility for the overall performance of the team, including capabilities, quality, stability, and velocity
• Seek to identify opportunities for code refactoring and performance optimizations regularly and champion these efforts within the team
• Effectively communicate technical designs verbally and/or in writing for small to medium‑sized technical audiences

Basic Qualifications

• 5+ years experience building and delivering enterprise grade software applications
• You’re a tinkerer at heart with an innate ability to solve tough system problems
• Experience in CI/CD in Cloud environments, like AWS and continuous integration systems, like Jenkins
• You thrive on solving labyrinthine problems within large, high‑performance, real‑time, distributed data systems
• BE/B.Tech/BS in Computer Science or related technical discipline
• MS in Computer Science preferred
• Demonstrable understanding of systems, algorithms, and OO design or web API design
• You have been a strong contributor to breakdowns/sizing and design of new feature implementations
• Agile is your mantra and quality is your goal

Tools and Resources

• Training and Development: onboarding focuses on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First‑Friend program as widely utilized resources for new hires.
• Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including a leadership program for new and aspiring managers, Appian University courses, skills-based training, and tuition reimbursement.
• Community: We foster inclusivity through our eight employee‑led affinity groups that help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities.

Benefits

Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, EAP with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family‑forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI‑Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world’s most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations—resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]

Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.