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Senior Appian Developer
McLean, VAApril 6th, 2026
Job Family:SAAS/PAAS/Cloud ConsultingTravel Required:NoneClearance Required:Ability to Obtain Public TrustWhat You Will Do:Senior Appian Developers at Guidehouse design, development, test, deploy, and maintain Appian applications. They have a deep understanding of Appian's platform architecture and best practices, and are able to independently convert complex business requirements into functioning pieces of application. Senior Appian Developers also have a comprehensive understanding of business process management, and they are able to use Appian to automate and optimize business processes.Theyeffectively communicate with business stakeholders, other developers, and IT professionals innovative and efficient solutions.Work with clients to understand their business requirements and provide solutions using AppianDesign and implement complex business processes using AppianBuild, test, deliver and maintain intelligent automation solutions using Appian.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project successDeal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situationsImplement best practices for Appian development and integration with other systemsDevelop and maintain Appian plug-ins and interfacesSupport the development of technical documentation and user manualsParticipate in code reviews to ensure high-quality code is deliveredProvide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developersContribute to thought leadership across the platform including ideation and design of new acceleratorsFollow and understand new Appian product and technical capabilities resulting from product releases and acquisitionsParticipate in development of new concepts and methodologies to improve people, procedures, and information technology solutionsContribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.What You Will Need:US Citizenship and must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD Public Trust security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with GuidehouseBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, etcA MINIMUM of FIVE (5) years of professional experience including at least THREE (3) years of experience in Appian developmentActive Appian Senior Developer certifications and ability to achieve additional relevant certifications upon hireStrong knowledge of Appian platform, including Appian SAIL, Process Modeler, Rules, etcExperience with Java, SQL, and web servicesStrong understanding of Appian development best practicesKnowledge and skill with relational database architecting, management, and scriptingAbility to designbusiness processes and integrate processes across disparate systems, incorporating best practicesStrong knowledge of Java and web technologiesSelected candidate must be able to work Eastern Standard HoursWhat Would Be Nice To Have:Interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation, and negotiationDetail-oriented with the ability to quickly assimilate and apply new concepts, business models, and technologiesStrong problem-solving skills, ability to multi-task, and a high degree of emotional intelligenceExperience in a technology or consulting setting in an agile development environmentExperience identifying and documenting business process requirements, developing process flow analysis, data modeling and functional design experienceRecent work experience on a software development project in a federal government settingExposure to Appian's Federal Acquisition ManagementExperience in Enterprise Application Integration and n-tier client-server architecturesExperience working with data synced record typesAn 'early adopter' mindset for new Appian platform featuresThe annual salary range for this position is $130,000.00-$216,000.00.Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.Benefits include:Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision InsurancePersonal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid HolidaysPosition may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonusParental Leave and Adoption Assistance401(k) Retirement PlanBasic Life & Supplemental LifeHealth Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsShort-Term & Long-Term DisabilityStudent Loan PayDownTuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning OpportunitiesSkills Development & CertificationsEmployee Referral ProgramCorporate Sponsored Events & Community OutreachEmergency Back-Up Childcare ProgramMobility StipendAbout GuidehouseGuidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.If you have visited our website for information about employment opportunities, or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Guidehouse Recruiting at 1-571-633-1711 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@guidehouse.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodation.All communication regarding recruitment for a Guidehouse position will be sent from Guidehouse email domains including @guidehouse.com or guidehouse@myworkday.com.Correspondence received by an applicant from any other domain should be considered unauthorized and will not be honored by Guidehouse.Note that Guidehouse will never charge a fee or require a money transfer at any stage of the recruitment process and does not collect fees from educational institutions for participation in a recruitment event. Never provide your banking information to a third party purporting to need that information to proceed in the hiring process.If any person or organization demands money related to a job opportunity with Guidehouse, please report the matter to Guidehouse's Ethics Hotline. If you want to check the validity of correspondence you have received, please contact recruiting@guidehouse.com. Guidehouse is not responsible for losses incurred (monetary or otherwise) from an applicant's dealings with unauthorized third parties.Guidehouse does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Guidehouse and Guidehouse will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.
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