Appian Tech Lead / Architect

Job Title: Appian Tech Lead / Architect
Location: Jersey City, NJ / NYC, NY (Hybrid) — Local candidates only
Duration: 12 Months
Interview Type: Video Interview
Work Authorization: USC, GC Only

About the Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Appian Tech Lead / Architect to drive the design, development, and delivery of Appian-based Business Process Management (BPM) solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Appian architecture, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record of delivering scalable enterprise applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end architecture, design, and implementation of complex Appian BPM solutions.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and developers to translate requirements into technical designs.

• Define Appian best practices, coding standards, and reusable components.

• Provide technical leadership to Appian developers and ensure adherence to architectural standards.

• Oversee integration of Appian applications with external systems (APIs, web services, databases, etc.).

• Conduct design and code reviews to ensure high performance, scalability, and maintainability.

• Troubleshoot complex technical issues and provide mentorship to junior team members.

• Stay up to date with Appian product updates and BPM trends to recommend innovative solutions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 8 years of total IT experience, with 5 years of hands-on Appian development and architecture experience.

• Strong experience designing and implementing Appian SAIL interfaces, process models, records, reports, and integrations.

• Proven experience as a Tech Lead or Solution Architect on large-scale Appian implementations.

• Expertise in Appian architecture, performance tuning, and deployment best practices.

• Proficient with Appian plug-ins, Appian RPA, Appian Data Fabric, and Appian Cloud/on-prem environments.

• Strong knowledge of BPM concepts, process optimization, and enterprise system integration.

• Experience integrating Appian with REST/SOAP APIs, databases, and third-party systems.

• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Appian Certified Lead Developer or Appian Certified Architect certification.

• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

• Familiarity with Java, SQL, or other supporting technologies is a plus.

• Prior experience in financial services, insurance, or healthcare domains preferred.
  

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead high-impact digital transformation initiatives.

• Work with a team of elite Appian professionals in a collaborative environment.

• Competitive compensation and potential for long-term engagement.

Salary : $120,000 - $130,000