Appian Developer Consultant - National Security

Groundswell; Alaska; On-site; USD 98,855 - 138,979; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) Match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Groundswell is seeking an experienced Appian Consultant to drive technical success. You will implement Appian solutions and guide clients on design and DevSecOps while ensuring efficiency and performance in operational processes.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related fields, 2+ years of Appian experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, a 401(k) match, and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in developing Appian solutions.
• Strong technical design and implementation skills.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Implement complex technical solutions with Appian.
• Guide clients on design and configuration management.
• Support internal solutions, infrastructure, and tools.

Skills

Appian development

Agile methodology

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related area

Tools

Oracle

SQL Server

RESTful APIs

Job description

About Groundswell

Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results. Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace? Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.

What You’ll Do

We are looking for an experienced Appian Consultant to provide hands‑on Appian implementation on our delivery teams and act as a trusted advisor to our clients. Technical Appian Consultants help scale our business by providing expert guidance on solution delivery and designing and integrating cutting‑edge Appian solutions into our client’s architecture. They deliver on best practices for advanced technical solutions and platform design and implement internal processes and tools to improve business efficiencies.

What You’ll Be Working On

• Implement complex technical solutions with Appian and tangential technologies
• Hands‑on design, development, and test activities
• Guide clients on design, configuration management, DevSecOps, and other program initiatives as needed to drive technical success
• Ensure solutions are built for scale and performance
• Drive process improvement for our clients
• Support internal solutions, infrastructure, and tools
• Mentorship, training, and enablement of resources

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related area
• 2+ years of experience in developing Appian solutions
• 2+ years of related IT experience
• Preference given to candidates with active Appian Senior or Lead certifications
• Strong experience with Appian delivery using an Agile methodology
• Strong technical design and implementation and problem‑solving skills
• Strong communication skills and ability to convey complex concepts in an easy‑to‑understand manner, both verbally and written; active listening skills to gather key information from internal and external partners; analytical and strategic foresight
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work in a high‑paced environment, multi‑task (prioritize and manage), and work both independently and as a team (team‑building skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a "do whatever it takes attitude")
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance (US Citizenship required). Preference will be given to candidates with an active Secret clearance.
• Preference given to candidates local to the DC Metro area
• Some travel may be required for client meetings (0-15%)

Required Experience in Technologies

• Appian
• RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL/MariaDB)
• Web services, integrations and middleware (e.g., RESTful/SOAP, Mule, IIB, Fusion)

Preferred Experience in Areas

• Cloud Computing/IaaS (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
• Authentication (e.g., SAML, Kerberos, OAuth, LDAP)
• Data management and data visualization/BI
• DevSecOps and/or configuration management
• Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• 4% 401(k) Match (immediate vesting)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
• Flexible work schedule
• On‑site gym and childcare option

Salary Range

$98,855.00 – $138,979.00

Important Information

Groundswell does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Groundswell, and Groundswell will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Contact for Accommodation

Disability accessibility accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 703‑639‑1777.