Appian Solution Architect

US132 Guidehouse Digital, LLC; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Sick Time & Holidays

401(k) Retirement Plan

Transit Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Guidehouse is seeking an Appian Solution Architect to lead digital transformation initiatives for enterprise clients. You will design and implement Appian-based processes across Cloud and on-prem environments, integrating with REST/SOAP APIs and cloud services, ensuring security, scalability, and performance.

You will mentor developers and junior architects, stay current with Appian updates, and drive Agile delivery throughout the project lifecycle, from planning to post-launch support.

Qualifications

• Eight or more years in IT consulting or enterprise software delivery.
• Five or more years architecting and developing Appian solutions (SAIL, Process Modeler, Rules).
• Current Appian Lead Developer or Solution Architect certifications with ongoing learning.
• Expert understanding of Appian best practices, scalability, and cloud security.
• Experience leading Agile teams and full delivery lifecycle (CI/CD, automated testing, DevOps).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end design and implementation of Appian-based solutions across Cloud and on-premises.
• Translate business needs into actionable Appian designs and integrations with APIs and cloud services.
• Serve as technical expert guiding project teams and clients on architecture decisions.
• Develop solution architectures, roadmaps, and migration plans for leadership.
• Mentor developers and junior architects, promoting learning and knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with Appian updates and industry trends to propose enhancements.
• Drive Agile delivery, participate in sprint planning, and oversee deployments and post-launch support.
• Contribute to reusable frameworks, accelerators, and best practices documentation.

Skills

Appian

Appian SAIL

Process Modeler

Rules

APIs REST/SOAP

Cloud platforms

DevOps

Agile

Leadership

Education

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

Tools

Appian Cloud

REST/SOAP integration

AWS

Azure

Maven

Java

Job description

Job Family & Details

Job Family: SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Application Development. Travel Required: Up to 10%. Clearance Required: Ability to Obtain Public Trust.

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. 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
• 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
• At least 2 years of recent experience working on software development projects for the federal government, including Federal Acquisition Management
• Familiarity with industry-standard platforms and programming languages, such as Appian BPM, IBM WebSphere, Mule, LAMP/JBOSS, HADOOP, Java, and Microsoft/.Net
• Background in Enterprise Application Integration (SOA, ESB) and n-tier client-server architectures
• A proactive approach to exploring and adopting new features on the Appian platform

What We Offer:

• 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
• Supplemental Benefits via Corestream (Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Legal Assistance and ID theft protection, etc.)
• Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is a global AI-led professional services firm delivering advisory, technology, and managed services to the commercial and government sectors. With an integrated business technology approach, Guidehouse drives efficiency and resilience in the healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Built to help clients across industries outwit complexity, the firm brings together approximately 18,000 professionals to achieve lasting impact and shape a meaningful future. guidehouse.com

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.