Appian Developer Consultant - National Security

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

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

4% 401(k) Match

Tuition reimbursement and professional development

Flexible work schedule

On-site gym and childcare options

Job summary

Groundswell is seeking a qualified candidate for a position that involves implementing complex technical solutions with Appian and mentoring team members. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field and at least 2 years of experience working directly with Appian solutions.

Additionally, strong communication skills and the ability to guide clients are essential. Candidates must be able to obtain a Secret level security clearance. Comprehensive medical benefits and a flexible schedule are provided.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Implement complex technical solutions with Appian.
• Guide clients on design and program initiatives.
• Ensure solutions are built for scale and performance.

Skills

Experience with Appian

Strong communication skills

Agile methodology

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related area

Tools

RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL/MariaDB)

Web services (e.g., RESTful/SOAP)

Job description

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%)

Experience Working In The Following Technologies Required

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

Experience Working In The Following Areas Is A PLUS

• 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

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Groundswell, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $98,855.00 - $138,979.00.

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.

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.