Appian Developer Consultant - National Security

Groundswell Corporation; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 98,855 - 138,979; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) match (4%) with immediate vesting

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

On-site gym and childcare option

Job summary

Groundswell Corporation in McLean, Virginia is seeking an experienced Technical Appian Consultant to join their team. The successful applicant will provide hands-on Appian implementation support and act as a trusted advisor to clients.

Key responsibilities include implementing complex technical solutions, guiding clients through design and integration, and ensuring optimal performance and scalability of solutions. Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science and 2+ years of relevant experience.

Comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development are available.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in developing Appian solutions.
• 2+ years of related IT experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Appian solutions development

Agile methodology

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related area

Tools

RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server)

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

Job description

What You’ll Do

Groundswell is looking for an experienced technical 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. Technical Appian Consultants deliver on best practices for advanced technical solutions and platform design and implement internal processes and tools to improve the efficiencies of the business.

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

Preferred

• 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 Have

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret level security clearance (US Citizenship required). Preference will be given to candidates with an active Secret clearance.
• Local to the DC Metro area
• Some travel may be required for client meetings (0‑15%)

Technology Experience

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

Additional Skills

• 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

Compensation

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. Read a copy of the Company’s Non‑Discrimination Policy Statement.