Appian Developer

IBM Computing; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Consulting is seeking an Appian Senior Developer to design and deliver end-to-end automation solutions in a fast-paced, production-focused setting.

You will lead development in Appian, review code, and collaborate across teams to ensure reliable production systems. This role requires hands-on plugin development, API integrations, and strong performance tuning with security clearances a must. Excellent communication and Agile practices are essential.

Qualifications

• Appian Certified Senior Developer with 3+ years of hands-on Appian development experience in senior/lead roles.
• 1+ years of experience developing Appian plugins and 1 year managing an on‑premise Appian production environment.
• 2+ years of experience configuring and debugging Appian interfaces, reports, underlying logic, and system integrations.
• 2+ years of experience with relational databases and SQL scripting.
• 2+ years of experience designing and implementing SOAP and REST APIs, with strong understanding of broader technology ecosystems and Agile SDLC practices (3+ years).
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Implementing end to end process automation using Appian and other intelligent automation technologies.
• Performing code reviews for Appian developers.
• Conducting root cause analysis for Appian outages.
• Restoring Appian services in the event of an outage.
• Developing Appian based solutions using all object types available in Appian.
• Integrating with external applications using REST and SOAP based APIs.
• Developing Appian plugins (Java).
• Updating Appian plugins for security vulnerabilities.
• Reviewing Application performance and suggest improvements.
• Reviewing Environment performance, provide recommendations on sizing, and identify resource needs prior to bottlenecks.

Skills

Appian development

REST APIs

SOAP APIs

SQL scripting

Agile SDLC

Problem solving

Education

Appian Certified Senior Developer

Tools

Appian

Appian plugins

Java

Kubernetes

NoSQL databases

SQL databases

Job description

Introduction

A career in IBM Consulting is built on long-term client relationships and close collaboration worldwide. You’ll work with leading companies across industries, helping them shape their hybrid cloud and AI journeys. With support from our strategic partners, robust IBM technology, and Red Hat, you’ll have the tools to drive meaningful change and accelerate client impact. At IBM Consulting, curiosity fuels success. You’ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, explore new ideas, and create innovative solutions that deliver real results. Our culture of growth and empathy focuses on your long-term career development while valuing your unique skills and experiences.

Your role and responsibilities

This role will design and develop Appian solutions. This will include:

• Implementing end to end process automation using Appian and other intelligent automation technologies

• Performing code reviews for Appian developers

• Conducting root cause analysis for Appian outages

• Restoring Appian services in the event of an outage

• Developing Appian based solutions using all object types available in Appian.

• Integrating with external applications using REST and SOAP based APIs.

• Developing Appian plugins (Java)

• Updating Appian plugins for security vulnerabilities

• Reviewing Application performance and suggest improvements

• Reviewing Environment performance, provide recommendations on sizing, and identify resource needs prior to bottlenecks

Required technical and professional expertise

• Appian Certified Senior Developer with 3+ years of hands-on Appian development experience in senior/lead roles supporting production applications.

• 1+ years of experience developing Appian plugins and 1 year managing an on‑premise Appian production environment.

• 2+ years of experience configuring and debugging Appian interfaces, reports, underlying logic, and system integrations.

• 2+ years of experience with relational databases and SQL scripting supporting large-scale, business‑critical systems.

• 2+ years of experience designing and implementing SOAP and REST APIs, with strong understanding of broader technology ecosystems and Agile SDLC practices (3+ years).

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance.

Preferred technical and professional experience

• Federal & Technical Architecture Experience: 2+ years supporting software development projects in a Federal environment, with experience defining and documenting architectures across multiple architectural views.

• Technical Development & Infrastructure: 1 year of Java experience, familiarity with Appian for Kubernetes, NoSQL databases, cloud resource management, and application performance optimization.

• Professional & Interpersonal Skills: Strong analytical and technical abilities paired with excellent written/verbal communication and collaborative teamwork/facilitation skills.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.