Senior Performance Appian Test Engineer (TS Clearance)

Groundswell Corporation; Reston (VA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

FSAs

401k match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedule

On-site gym

Childcare option

Job summary

Groundswell Corporation is seeking a Senior Performance Test Engineer with Appian experience to lead end-to-end performance strategies for a federal program. The role requires hands-on testing, strong analytics, and collaboration with technical and business stakeholders to ensure scalability and reliability of the application.

Candidates should have extensive experience in performance testing within complex environments, including Appian, SQL, and data architecture.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in performance testing within complex enterprise environments.
• 2+ years of hands-on performance testing Appian applications.
• 5+ years of experience in a technical consulting or client-facing role.
• 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.
• Experience mentoring or advising junior performance engineers.
• 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).

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end performance strategies for a federal program.
• Execute performance strategies and validate system scalability and reliability.
• Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to meet performance requirements.
• Analyze performance data and report results with root-cause analysis.
• Mentor junior performance engineers.

Skills

Performance testing

Appian

Client-facing

Analysis

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, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is 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 Senior Performance Test Engineer with Appian experience to support performance testing efforts for a federal program. This role will lead end to end performance strategies, execute performance strategies, validate system scalability and reliability, and ensure the application meets defined performance and through put 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

• 6+ years of experience in performance testing within complex enterprise environments
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience performance testing Appian applications (preferred)
• 5+ 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
• Experience mentoring or advising junior performance engineers
• 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)

Eligibility

Must be a U.S. citizen in accordance with contract requirements. Active Top Secret security clearance required. Must be able to obtain and maintain an SCI clearance with CI Polygraph (preference given to those already cleared at the SCI/CI poly level).

This is an onsite position and will require 4-5 days at client SCIF location.

Why You’ll Never Want to Leave

• 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

Compensation

The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. 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. A reasonable estimate of the current range is: $97,756.00 - $137,530.00.

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. Read a copy of the Company’s Non-Discrimination Policy Statement.

Additional Resources

• EO 13496 Notification of Employee Rights under NLRA
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• Disability Accessibility Accommodation: If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us at [e-mail] or 703-639-1777.

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