Appian Architect - Civilian

About the role

Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider dedicated to addressing the most challenging issues faced by federal agencies. Our mission is to drive significant change within government through innovative solutions.

Responsibilities

• Guide clients on architecture design, integration, scalability, configuration management, DevSecOps, and other program initiatives to ensure technical success.
• Work with client enterprise architecture teams to design and deliver solutions tailored to their unique needs and ecosystems.
• Mentor implementation teams on advanced technical solutions and platform design, ensuring solutions are scalable and performant.
• Integrate multi-tier architectures through integrations and system configurations, and evaluate emerging or incumbent technologies for their value and fit in client or back-office implementations.
• Create and document implementation best practices and knowledge base articles for internal enablement.
• Provide thought leadership on process improvement, mentoring, training, and enabling resources.
• Support internal solutions, infrastructure, and tools, and assist in resolving issues found during system security testing.
• Implement Cloud, On-Premises, and Hybrid platform deployments, and troubleshoot network infrastructure concepts and issues.

Requirements

• 6+ years of experience with Appian solutions.
• 6+ years of related IT experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related area.
• Active Appian Lead Certification.
• Strong experience with Agile delivery.
• Strong technical implementation skills.
• Strong database design and development skills.
• Experience evaluating and resolving issues found during system security testing.
• Experience with Appian Cloud configuration and support processes.
• Experience implementing Cloud, On-Premises, and Hybrid platform deployments.
• Experience in network infrastructure concepts and troubleshooting techniques.
• Strong communication skills and ability to convey complex concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, both verbally and written; active listening skills to gather key information from internal and external partners; analytical and strategic foresight.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to details, ability to work in a high-paced environment, multi-task (prioritize and manage), and work both independently and as a team (team-building skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a “do whatever it takes attitude”).
• Preference will be given to candidates local to the DC Metro area.
• U.S. Citizen required.
• Willingness to travel 0-15% to client meetings in Washington, DC area and Dallas, TX.

Skills

• Certification: 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.

Benefits

• Reasonable estimate of the current range: $113,230.00 - $200,508.00.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Disability Accessibility Accommodation.