Senior Appian Developer

Job Order J0526-2268 - Permanent Full Time Title Senior Appian Developer Category Software Development / Engineering Location Fairfax, Virginia, United States Job Description CGI Federal is seeking an Appian Designer/Developer (developer‑emphasis) to join a fast‑paced, mission‑critical client initiative. This role will focus on hands‑on Appian application development while also contributing to solution design, requirements‑to‑implementation execution, and production readiness/support activities across the delivery lifecycle. This position is located in any of our CGI Federal offices; however, a hybrid working model is acceptable. Your future duties and responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain Appian applications including SAIL interfaces, process models/workflows, expressions/rules, CDTs, records, reports/dashboards, Sites, data stores, integrations, and application security/configuration. Translate business and functional requirements into technical designs and end‑to‑end workflow implementations. Build and maintain integrations with external systems and data sources (e.g., databases, REST/web services; LDAP/Active Directory where applicable) using APIs. Perform unit testing, peer reviews, defect triage, troubleshooting, and performance tuning to ensure high‑quality delivery. Produce and maintain delivery artifacts such as solution/design documentation, architecture/design diagrams, and other technical documentation. Work collaboratively within an Agile team (Scrum/Kanban) alongside product, UX, QA, DevOps, and architecture stakeholders. Participate in (and as appropriate, help lead) design/implementation reviews prior to production to ensure Operational Readiness (resiliency, risk, performance). Support production operations as needed, including incident investigation, issue remediation, and continuous improvement recommendations. Provide knowledge sharing and mentoring to other team members as appropriate. Required qualifications to be successful in this role 5+ years of hands‑on experience building solutions on the Appian platform, including practical use of SAIL, workflows/process models, data structures (e.g., CDTs/records), and integrations. Experience translating requirements into working solutions; strong problem‑solving skills. Experience working in an Agile delivery environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills (able to communicate technical concepts to varied audiences). Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team setting. Desired qualifications / non‑essential skills Appian certification (e.g., Associate/Senior Developer, Designer, Lead) strongly preferred. Experience with REST APIs, SQL, and general software development concepts (full SDLC). Familiarity with XML, JavaScript, and/or HTML. Experience with cloud environments (AWS/Azure) and/or DevOps. Experience with Databricks. Experience supporting production systems and operational readiness practices (documentation, resiliency/performance review, go‑live readiness). Candidate should be very knowledgeable in process orchestration and data automation. Prior experience delivering in a federal client context (if applicable to the program). Compensation Range A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $194,000.00. Benefits Competitive compensation Comprehensive insurance options Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time Paid parental leave Learning opportunities and tuition assistance Wellness and Well‑being programs EEO Statement Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. Accommodations CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at View email address on click.appcast.io. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Background Investigation All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of U.S. government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. #J-18808-Ljbffr