Technical Delivery Manager (Top Secret Clearance)

Appian; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Appian is seeking a Technical Delivery Manager to lead agile technology engagements and drive growth in strategic accounts from its HQ in McLean, VA. You will manage multi-disciplinary teams, work with sales, and guide executives with business-focused solutions.

A TS/SCI-level background is valued, along with 5+ years in agile delivery and a tech-focused degree. You’ll partner with customers, architects, and product designers to build roadmaps and business cases that demonstrate tangible impact.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a book of business with financial management tools and metrics.
• Proven agile delivery leadership on enterprise scale technology programs, including collaboration with architects and product designers.
• Ability to align customer’s strategic goals with technology, develop roadmaps and business cases.
• Experience with value selling methods and creating compelling business benefits.
• Proven ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with stakeholders and buyers.
• Strong communication skills; comfortable in ambiguity and driving results.
• Willingness to travel; 20% or less annually to support customer engagement.
• Active Government Top Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver agile technology engagements for Appian customers.
• Collaborate with front-line sales to drive growth in strategic accounts and integrated deals.
• Oversee project management, risk management, and impediment removal in engagements.
• Work with architects and product designers to design and deliver compelling solutions.
• Engage in account strategy, demand generation, and relationship building with customers and partners.
• Provide trusted advice and measurable results to ensure customer success and growth.

Skills

Financial management

Agile delivery

Relationship management

Strategic account planning

Business case development

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Travel readiness

Education

B.S./B.A. in Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP

CRM

BPM/Workflow

Data Integration Architecture

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.

Technical Delivery Managers (TDMs) are responsible for two of our most important company objectives: (1) ensure our customers achieve remarkable business results through technology engagements and (2) drive customer growth through technology expertise, trusted advice, relationships, and, most importantly, demonstrated results. TDMs manage and deliver innovative solutions built on the Appian platform for our customers, overseeing all aspects of agile delivery for Appian led engagements, including risk management and impediment removal. TDMs also team closely with front-line sales reps to drive growth in strategic accounts and integrated deals. TDMs engage in all aspects of driving results and growth at strategic accounts, including: project management, account management, relationship building (both customers and partners), financial management, opportunity qualification, problem identification, project/use case definition, demand generation, services positioning, and account strategy. All of these activities are performed in partnership with Appian Sales, Appian Partners, and other members of the Customer Success team, including Customer Success Managers (CSMs).

This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 4 - 5 days per week to foster that culture, ensure we thrive through shared ideas and teamwork, and maximize opportunities to connect with the exceptional people across Appian. While working in-person with customers is our main priority, we also believe the office environment enables more opportunities to celebrate wins, collaborate effectively, and build strong relationships across teams.

To be successful in this role, you need:

• Experience managing a book of business using financial management tools and metrics
• Experiencing leading agile delivery teams and managing enterprise scale technology programs , including collaborating with architects and product designers to design and deliver compelling solutions for customers
• Experience understanding customer’s strategic goals, positioning technology to meet their goals, developing application roadmaps with customers, and building compelling business cases to understand investments.
• Experience with one or more value selling methods and are exceptional at creating compelling business benefits that can be used in proposals and delivery
• Ability to develop and maintain strategic relationships (stakeholder, buyer, influencer)
• Intellectual curiosity, bias for action, ability to thrive in ambiguity, excellent communication skills
• Industry-experience in one or more of the following industries: Financial Services, Pharmaceuticals, Insurance, Manufacturing (preferred)
• Experience with software consulting (ideally in a ERP, CRM, BPM/Workflow, Data Integration Architecture or EAI) and/or applied knowledge of enterprise architecture, including data management (Preferred)
• Proven background in support of Intel and/or 4th Estate, with an Active Government Top Secret Clearance
• 5+ years of experience in an agile delivery environment with at least 1 year of experience leading a team
• B.S./B.A. in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics or related field/degree
• Willingness to travel; 20% or less annually to support customer engagement

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

Base Salary Range: $125,000 USD - $250,000 USD

Tools and Resources

• Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
• Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
• Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.

About Appian

Appian provides AI automation for mission-critical work. We automate complex processes in large enterprises and governments. Our platform is known for its unique reliability and scale. We’ve been automating processes for more than 25 years and understand enterprise operations like no one else. For more information, visit appian.com. [Nasdaq: APPN]

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