Sr Platform Engineer II- Appian

Pacific Life; Newport Beach (CA); Hybrid; CAD 172,000 - 211,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

Wellbeing reimbursement

Paid time off

Parental leave

401k plan

Job summary

Pacific Life in Newport Beach, CA, is seeking a Sr Platform Appian Engineer II to join the BPM Enablement Platform team. Hybrid role supporting Appian Investment Applications within the Institutional division and applying enterprise standards.

You will partner with Technology and Business teams to understand processes, develop simple solutions, monitor performance, and implement updates and best practices. Strong Appian BPM and software development experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or related field.
• 5+ years designing and developing BPM applications.
• Appian Level 2 and/or 3 Certification required.
• Software development experience in .NET, Java, VB, C#.
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript, UI/UX design.
• Experience with Appian Admin console and application servers helpful.
• Familiarity with Appian Integrations and Plug-Ins.
• Familiarity with MS-SQL or equivalent.
• Experience in Agile team environments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Tech and Business teams to understand processes and provide end-user support.
• Develop simple, effective, and innovative workflow solutions.
• Ensure smooth operation of Investments Appian apps via monitoring and updates.
• Identify process improvements and implement enhancements for efficiency.
• Assist with programming docs and standards across development.
• Perform development and testing/debugging using best practices.
• Share knowledge of Investments Appian applications with the team.

Skills

BPM Applications

Appian L2/L3 Certification

Software development

Web technologies

MS-SQL

Agile experience

Appian Admin

Appian Integrations

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, software development, information technology, or related field

Job description

Job Description:

Job Description

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead – our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It’s a big ask, but it’s one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate – pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it’s the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job, it’s a career with purpose. It’s a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future – including your own.

We’re actively seeking a talented Sr Platform Appian Engineer II to join our BPM Enablement Platform team in Newport Beach, CA. This role is hybrid as we believe in empowering our employees to get work done both in and out of the office.

As a Sr Platform Engineer, you’ll provide critical support for Appian Investment Applications within Pacific Life’s Institutional division. This person will use their technical experience and depth with the Appian Platform to apply industry standards, protocols, technologies, best practices, and commonly used enterprise systems.

How you’ll help move us forward:

• Work directly with Technology and Business teams to understand the business process and requirements and provide them with end-user support.
• Partner with IT and functional areas to develop simple, effective, and innovative solutions to simplify the workflow processes.
• Ensure the smooth operation of Investments Appian applications by monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, and applying necessary updates and patches.
• Identify areas for process improvement within existing Investments Appian applications and implement those enhancements to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
• Assist with the creation and review of programming documentation and recommend changes in development, maintenance, and application standards.
• Perform process development and testing/debugging, using best practices to ensure minimal maintenance.
• Conduct knowledge sharing sessions of the Investments Appian applications with other Appian Platform resources.

The Experience you Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software development, information technology, or related field
• 5+ years’ experience designing and developing BPM Applications
• Appian Level 2 and/or 3 Certification
• Software development experience (.NET, Java, Visual Basic, C#, etc.)
• Familiarity with HTML/CSS, JavaScript, and UI/UX design.
• Experience with Appian Admin console, administration of application servers would be helpful
• Familiarity with Appian Integrations, Appian Plug-Ins
• Familiarity with MS-SQL or equivalent
• Experience working in an Agile team environment
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

What will make you stand out:

• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Advanced knowledge and experience in Appian, BPM, or other Workflow Development experience
• Knowledge of Appian development, UI design, defining custom data types, process design
• Experience working with Azure pipelines, and AWS

You can be who you are.

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential. What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

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Base Pay Range:

The base pay range noted represents the company’s good faith minimum and maximum range for this role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to experience, qualifications and geographic location. Also, most employees are eligible for additional incentive pay.

$125,100.00 - $152,900.00

Your Benefits Start Day 1

Your wellbeing is important to Pacific Life, and we’re committed to providing you with flexible benefits that you can tailor to meet your needs. Whether you are focusing on your physical, financial, emotional, or social wellbeing, we’ve got you covered.

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

You Can Be Who You Are

We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces the authenticity of all employees, partners and communities. We support all employees to thrive and achieve their fullest potential.

What’s life like at Pacific Life? Visit Instagram.com/lifeatpacificlife

EEO Statement:

Pacific Life Insurance Company is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer, M/F/D/V. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at Pacific Life Insurance Company.