Appian Solution Architect

Guidehouse; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Travel Benefits

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an Appian Solution Architect to lead digital transformation initiatives for enterprise clients. You will architect scalable, secure Appian solutions, drive end-to-end design, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to deliver measurable business outcomes.

In this role you will mentor developers, steer architecture decisions, and stay current with Appian updates while guiding agile delivery and successful deployments across cloud and on‑prem environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of IT consulting, digital transformation, or enterprise software delivery.
• Minimum 5 years architecting and developing Appian solutions, including SAIL, Process Modeler, Rules, and integrations.
• Current Appian Lead Developer or Solution Architect certifications and ongoing learning in related technologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design and implementation of Appian-based solutions across Cloud and on-prem environments.
• Translate business needs into Appian solutions and integrate with REST/SOAP APIs and cloud services.
• Mentor developers and junior architects and guide platform decisions and solution design.

Skills

Appian

SAAS/PAAS

Cloud architecture

REST/SOAP

RPA

AWS/Azure

DevOps

Leadership

Mentoring

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science/Engineering/Information Systems

Tools

Appian

AWS

Azure

RPA tools

Java

Maven

Job description

What You Will Do

As an Appian Solution Architect at Guidehouse, you will play a pivotal role in leading digital transformation initiatives for enterprise clients

You will leverage your deep expertise in the Appian platform to architect scalable, secure, and high‑performing solutions that address complex business challenges

You’ll collaborate with cross‑functional teams and stakeholders to deliver impactful business outcomes, ensuring best practices are followed throughout the software development lifecycle.

Job Family

SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Application Development

Travel Required

Up to 10%

Clearance Required

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

In This Role, You Will

• Lead end‑to‑end design and implementation of Appian‑based business process automation solutions, including requirements gathering, architecture planning, and hands‑on development across Appian Cloud and on‑premises environments
• Translate business needs into actionable Appian solutions, integrating with third‑party systems (e.g., REST/SOAP APIs, RPA, cloud services like AWS/Azure) and ensuring compliance with security, scalability, and performance standards
• Serve as a technical expert and trusted advisor, guiding project teams and clients through platform decisions, solution design, and implementation strategies
• Develop and present solution architectures, technical roadmaps, and migration plans to business and technical leadership, articulating value and risk mitigation strategies
• Mentor developers and junior architects, fostering a culture of continuous learning and knowledge sharing across the organization
• Stay current with Appian product updates, emerging technologies, and industry trends to proactively recommend enhancements, new accelerators, and innovative approaches to clients
• Drive Agile delivery practices, participate in sprint planning, and oversee successful deployments and post‑launch support to ensure customer satisfaction and solution sustainability
• Contribute to the development of reusable frameworks, accelerators, and best practices documentation for the Appian practice
• Support business development activities by identifying new opportunities, participating in proposal creation, and presenting solutions to prospective clients

What You Will Need

• US Citizenship or eligibility for federal security clearance (as required by contract)
• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline or equivalent experience
• A MINIMUM of EIGHT (8) years of professional experience in IT consulting, digital transformation, or enterprise software delivery.
• A MINIMUM of FIVE (5) years of hands‑on experience architecting and developing solutions in Appian, including advanced proficiency with Appian SAIL, Process Modeler, Rules, and integration with REST/SOAP, web services, and cloud platforms, etc
• Current Appian Lead Developer or Solution Architect certifications, with a demonstrated history of ongoing learning and certification in related technologies (e.g., Appian Level 2/3, AWS, Azure, RPA tools)
• Expert-level understanding of Appian best practices, solution scalability, performance tuning, and cloud security principles
• Experience leading Agile teams and managing full solution delivery lifecycle, including CI/CD, automated testing, and DevOps practices

What Would Be Nice To Have

• An active Federal or DoD security clearance
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts to non‑technical audiences
• Demonstrated leadership in client delivery, technical mentoring, and driving platform adoption and innovation in large organizations
• Experience in project management within technology or consulting, especially in agile development environments
• Ability to identify and document business process requirements, develop process flow analyses, perform data modeling, and contribute to functional design and project planning
• Hands‑on experience with Java development and Maven build tools

  What We Offer

  Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

  Benefits Include

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Group Term Life and Travel Assistance
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Health Savings Account, Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Transit and Parking Commuter Benefits
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development, Certifications & Learning Opportunities
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
  • Care.com annual membership
  • Employee Assistance Program

    About Guidehouse

    Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

    Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.