Senior Appian Developer UI/UX
Apply Job ID 32457 Date posted 09/24/2025Job Family:
SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting
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Clearance Required:
What 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. In addition, they apply UI and UX principles to create intuitive, accessible, and user-friendly interfaces that enhance the overall user experience of Appian applications.
Work with clients to understand their business requirements and provide solutions using Appian.
Design and implement complex business processes using Appian
Build, test, deliver and maintain intelligent automation solutions using Appian.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success
Deal effectively with ambiguous and unstructured problems and situations.
Implement best practices for Appian development and integration with other systems.
Develop and maintain Appian plug-ins and interfaces
Support the development of technical documentation and user manuals.
Participate in code reviews to ensure high-quality code is delivered
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers
Contribute to thought leadership across the platform including ideation and design of new accelerators.
Follow and understand new Appian product and technical capabilities resulting from product releases and acquisitions.
Participate in development of new concepts and methodologies to improve people, procedures, and information technology solutions.
Contribute to an environment where people and technology thrive together to accomplish more than they could apart.
Apply UX principles to improve user satisfaction and engagement across Appian applications.
Collaborate with UI/UX designers to translate wireframes and prototypes into functional Appian components.
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 Guidehouse
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, etc
A MINIMUM of FIVE (5) years of professional experience including at least THREE (3) years of experience in Appian development
Active Appian Senior Developer certifications and ability to achieve additional relevant certifications upon hire
Strong knowledge of Appian platform, including Appian SAIL, Process Modeler, and Rules
Experience with Java, SQL, and web services
Strong understanding of Appian development best practices
Knowledge and skill with relational database architecting, management, and scripting
Ability to designbusiness processes and integrate processes across disparate systems, incorporating best practices
Strong knowledge of Java and web technologies
Selected candidate must be able to work Eastern Standard Hours
Experience designing user interfaces and applying UX best practices in enterprise applications
Familiarity with accessibility standards and responsive design principles
Selected candidate must be able to work Eastern Standard Hours
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Strong problem-solving skills, ability to multi-task, and a high degree of emotional intelligence
Interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation
Detail-oriented with the ability to quickly assimilate and apply new concepts, business models, and technologies
Experience in a technology or consulting setting in an agile development environment
Experience identifying and documenting business process requirements, developing process flow analysis, data modeling and functional design experience
Recent work experience on a software development project in a federal government setting
Exposure to Appian's Federal Acquisition Management
Experience in Enterprise Application Integration and n-tier client-server architectures
Experience working with data synced record types
An ‘early adopter’ mindset for new Appian platform features
Experience collaborating with UI/UX teams or working in a design-driven development environment
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 Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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