Performance Appian Test Engineer (TS clearance)

Groundswell; Rising Sun (MD); Hybrid; USD 83,041 - 117,314; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

On-site gym and childcare option

Job summary

Groundswell is looking for a Performance Test Engineer in Rising Sun, Maryland, with Appian experience to support federal performance testing efforts. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of performance testing experience, proficiency with JMeter and Groovy, and strong analytical skills. This hybrid position involves collaborating with both technical and business stakeholders, validating system performance, and analyzing performance data. Comprehensive benefits include medical plans, 401K match, and flexible work schedules.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in performance testing within complex enterprise environments.
• 1+ years hands-on experience testing Appian applications.
• Strong understanding of performance metrics such as response time and throughput.

Responsibilities

• Execute performance strategies and validate system scalability.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders.
• Analyze performance data and identify root causes.

Skills

Performance testing

SQL queries

Collaboration skills

Analytical skills

Tools

JMeter

Groovy

Job description

Who Are We?

Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. We have a small company culture with big company reach and results. Are you ready to be audacious, be bold and drive change at a rapid pace? Join us, where we’ll make a greater impact together.

What You'll do

We are seeking a Performance Test Engineer with Appian experience to support performance testing efforts for a federal program. This role will execute performance strategies, validate system scalability and reliability, and ensure the application meets defined performance and throughput requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical expertise, hands‑on performance testing experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively with technical and business stakeholders.

Required Experience / Qualifications

• 3‑5 years of experience in performance testing within complex enterprise environments
• 1+ years hands‑on experience performance testing Appian applications (preferred)
• 3+ years of experience in a technical consulting or client‑facing role
• Proven experience designing, developing, and executing performance test plans, scripts, and scenarios, including results analysis and reporting
• Proficiency with performance testing tools (e.g., JMeter, Groovy)
• Strong understanding of performance metrics such as response time, throughput, concurrency, and resource utilization
• Experience analyzing performance data and identifying root causes across application, database, and infrastructure layers
• Proficiency in writing SQL queries and stored procedures
• Demonstrated knowledge of data objects and data architecture
• Experience gathering throughput and SLA requirements from business stakeholders
• Proficient in analyzing Appian logs and system information to diagnose performance issues
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Experience supporting performance efforts in structured or regulated environments (federal experience a plus)
• Must be a U.S. citizen in accordance with contract requirements.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS clearance (preference given to those holding active TS clearance)
• This is a hybrid position and will require on‑site presence at our Groundswell HQ in Mclean or other client site locations in the Northern Virginia area.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• 4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development
• Flexible work schedule
• On‑site gym and childcare option

The salary range for this role is $83,041.00 - $117,314.00. 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.

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.