Appian Engineer

Pacific Life; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 113,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Parental leave

401k with match

Job summary

Pacific Life in Charlotte, NC seeks an Appian Engineer to design, develop, and support enterprise workflow solutions enabling Executive Benefits capabilities. You will collaborate with product owners, analysts, architects, and operations to deliver scalable Appian applications.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on Appian development, strong knowledge of Appian SAIL Interfaces, process models, record types, and integrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 5+ years hands-on Appian development experience.
• Experience designing and building workflow applications using Appian.
• Strong understanding of Appian SAIL Interfaces, Process Models, Record Types, Expression Rules, Integrations and Web APIs, Security and App Configuration.
• Experience integrating Appian with enterprise applications, databases, and cloud services.
• Familiarity with SQL and relational data modeling.
• Experience in Agile development environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration across business and tech teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy Appian solutions for workflow automation and modernization.
• Partner with product owners, analysts, architects, and developers to deliver scalable apps.
• Develop Appian UI, process models, record types, rules, and data structures.
• Build and support integrations with enterprise systems, databases, cloud platforms, and APIs.
• Participate in Agile delivery activities including design, estimation, sprints, testing, and releases.
• Troubleshoot issues and improve performance, reliability, and UX.
• Support platform upgrades and adoption of new Appian capabilities.
• Contribute to development standards, code reviews, and best practices.

Skills

Appian development

Appian SAIL Interfaces

Process Models

Record Types

Expression Rules

Integrations & Web APIs

Security & AppConfig

SQL

Agile development

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT or related

Job description

Job Description

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Appian Engineer to join our Workflow team in Charlotte, NC. As an Appian Engineer, you'll move Pacific Life, and your career, forward by designing, developing, and supporting enterprise workflow and business process solutions that enable critical Executive Benefits capabilities. You will join a team of technology professionals within the CMD Technology division supporting Executive Benefits New Business, partnering with software engineers, business analysts, product owners, architects, and operations teams to deliver solutions that improve business efficiency, customer experience, and operational effectiveness.

How You Will Help Move Us Forward

• Design, develop, test, and deploy Appian solutions that support business process automation and workflow modernization initiatives.
• Partner with product owners, business analysts, architects, and development teams to deliver scalable and maintainable applications.
• Develop Appian components including user interfaces, process models, record types, integrations, business rules, and data structures.
• Build and support integrations with enterprise systems, databases, cloud platforms, and APIs.
• Participate in Agile delivery activities including solution design, estimation, sprint planning, testing, and release execution.
• Troubleshoot application issues and implement solutions that improve performance, reliability, and user experience.
• Support platform upgrades, application enhancements, and adoption of new Appian capabilities.
• Contribute to development standards, code reviews, and continuous improvement efforts to maintain high-quality solutions.

The Experience You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of hands‑on Appian development experience.
• Experience designing and building workflow applications using Appian.
• Strong understanding of:
• Appian SAIL Interfaces
• Process Models
• Record Types
• Expression Rules
• Integrations and Web APIs
• Security and Application Configuration
• Experience integrating Appian with enterprise applications, databases, and cloud services.
• Familiarity with SQL and relational data modeling concepts.
• Experience working in Agile development environments.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate across business and technology teams.

What Makes You Stand Out

• Appian Certified Associate Developer or Appian Certified Senior Developer certification.
• Experience implementing business process automation or workflow modernization initiatives.
• Experience with AI-enabled workflows, intelligent document processing, or automation technologies.
• Experience with AWS, Azure, Snowflake, REST APIs, Kafka, MuleSoft, or event‑driven integrations.
• Experience in insurance, financial services, or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience supporting production applications and participating in application lifecycle management activities.
• Experience mentoring other developers and contributing to development best practices.

You can be who you are.

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

Base Pay Range

$113,490.00 - $138,710.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

EEO Statement

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.