Consultant (Technical)

appian; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Appian is seeking a Technical Consultant to architect and deliver modern business transformations using our low-code platform. You will own end-to-end delivery, from design through deployment, working closely with client executives to solve complex workflow problems and integrate enterprise systems.

The role requires 1+ years in software development or technical consulting, strong OOP and SQL skills, and a willingness to travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field (CS/Engineering/IS/Math).
• 1+ years in software development or technical implementation consulting.
• Proven OOP, database design, and SQL skills.
• Ability to analyze client processes and translate to requirements.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% for engagements.

Responsibilities

• Architect & Implement: design, develop, deploy robust automation solutions on Appian low-code platform.
• Integrate Ecosystems: build data connections and scalable APIs using REST, SOAP, JDBC.
• Engineer Data Models: create relational data models and optimize database design.
• Lead Agile Delivery: collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile sprints.
• Empower Clients: work with client teams to drive platform adoption and training.

Skills

Object-Oriented Programming

SQL development

Requirements gathering

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

REST

SOAP

JDBC

AWS

Google Cloud Platform

Elastic Containers

Job description

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.

Ready to combine your passion for cutting-edge technology with elite strategic problem-solving? Shape the future of digital enterprise leadership.

Location: McLean/Tysons, Virginia | Work Model: On-site

About the Team

Appian Customer Success is obsessed with delivering exceptional customer outcomes and mission-critical business impact at speed. Our team acts as the elite consulting arm of Appian, partnering directly with the world's largest commercial clients to bring their most ambitious ideas to life. By joining this high-performance team, you will establish a world-class foundation in professional consulting while directly accelerating global adoption of our AI-Powered Process Automation platform.

The Opportunity

As a Technical Consultant at Appian, you won't just write code-you will architect modern business transformations. This role offers an unprecedented opportunity to sit at the intersection of business strategy and technical innovation. Instead of being pigeonholed into isolated legacy components, you will own the end-to-end delivery of highly visible, custom software solutions. You will work side-by-side with client executives to solve complex workflow problems, build robust integrations, and empower enterprise teams to achieve Enterprise-Grade Orchestration.

What You'll Do

• Architect & Implement: Design, develop, and deploy robust, custom automation solutions throughout the entire project lifecycle utilizing Appian's low-code platform.
• Integrate Ecosystems: Build seamless data connections and scalable APIs to integrate multiple external enterprise systems using REST , SOAP , and JDBC connections.
• Engineer Data Models: Launch new relational data models in production environments and optimize database design through sophisticated SQL development.
• Lead Agile Delivery: Partner within cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies (sprints, stand-ups, pair programming) to rapidly deliver high-value features.
• Empower Clients: Collaborate closely with client technical teams and business stakeholders, driving platform adoption and training users to become self-sufficient.

Required Qualifications

• Degree: Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or a closely related technical field.
• Experience: 1+ years of hands-on experience in software development or technical implementation consulting.
• Core Engineering: Proven track record with Object-Oriented Programming ( OOP ), database design, and SQL (writing complex queries, joins, and views).
• Requirements Gathering: Demonstrated ability to analyze client business processes and translate them into functional and technical system requirements.
• Mobility: Willingness to travel up to 20% to support customer engagements and on-site collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with modern cloud architecture and environments, including Amazon Web Services ( AWS ), Google Cloud, or Elastic Containers.
• Exposure to Artificial Intelligence ( AI ), Machine Learning, Analytics, and automated test suites within a continuous integration framework.
• We value experience with enterprise platforms such as Salesforce or ServiceNow , as these skills translate well into our Enterprise-Grade Orchestration environment.

The base salary range provided represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting. In addition to the base salary, this position is eligible for a government clearance differential. Actual compensation will be dependent on a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's relevant work experience, qualifications, internal peer equity, and market and business conditions that exist when extending an offer. A discretionary bonus may be awarded in recognition of individual and company performance.

Base Salary Range

$75,000 - $175,000 USD

Pay and benefits are subject to change at any time, consistent with the terms of any applicable compensation, commission, bonus, or benefit plans.

Tools and Resources

Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the

In addition, Appian provides generous benefits offerings that include a 401(k) plan with company match, flexible time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability insurance, wellness programs, flexible spending accounts, health savings account contributions, an employee referral bonus program, and learning and development resources.

Certain positions may be eligible for equity awards.