Architect Needed ASAP

Groundswell is a premier technology integrator and solution provider, resolutely committed to solving the most complex challenges facing federal agencies today. Our name, Groundswell, represents our commitment to be an unstoppable, seismic change in government. Ours is a small company culture with big company reach and results. Groundswell is looking for experienced technical Appian consultants to provide integrated architecture support for our delivery teams and act as trusted advisors to our clients. Architects help scale our business by providing expert guidance on solution delivery and designing and integrating cutting‑edge Appian solutions into our client's architecture. Architects mentor our delivery teams on best practices for advanced technical solutions and platform design and implement internal processes and tools to improve the efficiencies of the business.

Guide clients on architecture design, integration, scalability, configuration management, DevSecOps, and other program initiatives as needed to drive technical success

Work with client enterprise architecture teams to design and deliver solutions that fit their unique needs and ecosystems

Guide implementation teams through complex technical solutions with Appian and tangential technologies

Ensure solutions are built for scale and performance

Integrate multi-tier architecture through integrations and system configuration

Evaluate emerging or incumbent technologies for value and fit in client or back‑office implementations

Create and document implementation best practices as well as knowledge base articles for internal enablement

Provide thought leadership on process improvement

Mentorship, training, and enablement of resources

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related area

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 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

Citizen required

Must be willing to travel 0‑15% to client meetings in Washington, DC area and Dallas, TX

Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL)

Web services, Integrations and Middleware (e.g., Cloud Computing/IaaS (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

Software troubleshooting and performance tuning

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

4% 401K Match (immediate vesting)

Tuition reimbursement, certification programs, and professional development

Flexible work schedule

On‑site gym and childcare option

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Read a copy of the Company's Non-Discrimination Policy Statement.

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