Senior Appian Developer

Graham Tech; Largo (MD); Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Appian Developer to spearhead the design and development of mission-critical applications. This role offers the chance to lead end-to-end application development while collaborating with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment. You'll drive best practices and continuous improvement while mentoring junior developers. The company values its employees and provides a supportive culture focused on work-life balance and professional growth. If you're passionate about innovation and looking for a fulfilling career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Four Weeks of Accrued PTO

Eleven Paid Federal Holidays

Comprehensive Health Insurance

401(k) Plan with Annual Employer Contributions

Flexible Schedules

Reimbursements for Continued Education

Qualifications

• 10+ years in application development with strong Appian expertise.
• Experience mentoring teams and collaborating in Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of complex Appian features.
• Mentor junior developers and support team-wide knowledge sharing.

Skills

Appian Development

SAIL

Agile Methodologies

SQL

REST/SOAP Web Services

Mentoring

Stakeholder Engagement

Business Process Management

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Visio

SharePoint

Job description

Graham Technologies is seeking a Senior Appian Developer to lead the design and development of mission-critical applications on the Appian platform. This role involves end-to-end application development, from requirements gathering to deployment and support, with a strong focus on adhering to best practices and driving continuous improvement. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Appian development, mentoring teams, and collaborating with cross-functional stakeholders in Agile environments.

Location: Remote

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with product owners and business analysts to refine user stories and define detailed technical acceptance criteria.
• Lead the design and development of complex Appian features, including SAIL interfaces, process models, data objects, and integrations.
• Participate in backlog grooming, sprint planning, and effort estimation for tasks and user stories.
• Drive and enforce best practices across design, development, code reviews, and solution delivery.
• Mentor junior developers and support team-wide knowledge sharing and growth.
• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, including performance tuning and integration challenges.
• Provide testing support by defining test cases, validating functionality, and participating in remediation activities.
• Contribute to internal documentation and training materials to support application knowledge and adoption.
• Collaborate with UX/UI designers, QA engineers, and DevOps resources to ensure cohesive, scalable solutions.
• Stay current with Appian platform updates, tools, and industry trends, and recommend enhancements to development practices.

Required Skills:

• 10+ years of experience in application development, with strong expertise in Appian (minimum 5 years preferred).
• Appian Senior Developer Certification (required)
• Proficiency in SAIL, Appian process modeling, Appian Records, integrations, and Appian data types (CDTs)
• Experience with SQL, relational databases, and REST/SOAP web services
• Familiarity with Appian testing frameworks and methodologies
• Experience mentoring and leading development teams
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), and tools like Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Visio, and SharePoint
• Knowledge of business process management (BPM) concepts and workflow design
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Preferred Skills:

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Experience working in public sector or highly regulated environments
• Exposure to DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automated testing in Appian

Compensation:

At Graham Technologies, we believe in treating everyone with fairness and respect. Our compensation package is designed to ensure fair pay for work, reflecting our commitment to integrity.

Many IT companies offer similar services, but what truly sets us apart is our people! We care deeply about our employees and consistently show our appreciation-not just for the final outcomes, but also for the effort and dedication shown every step of the way. Additionally, our generous benefits package supports our team members in living fulfilling and prosperous lives.

Here are just a few highlights of what we offer:

• Four Weeks of Accrued PTO in the First Year
• Eleven Paid Federal Holidays
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Plan with Annual Employer Contributions
• Flexible Schedules
• Reimbursements for Continued Education and Training

Why Graham Technologies?

Our core values define who we are:

• Value our Customers
• Care about our Employees
• Passionate about Innovation
• Believe in a Strong Work Ethic
• Rely on Teamwork
• Integrity Matters

Founded in 2007, GTech is a consulting services firm passionate about delivering tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs and maximize the value of their investments. We achieve this by providing top-notch professionals across the IT industry. Our team embodies integrity, commitment, and reliability, which are at the heart of everything we do.

We are also dedicated to fostering a culture of support for our employees-the lifeblood of our business. At Graham Technologies, we've built a family-oriented environment where team members are encouraged to maintain a healthy work-life balance, pursue their passions, and grow professionally through flexible schedules, continued education, and a strong sense of community.