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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Appian / Application Developer - **Company:** AET FEDERAL INC - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $145,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Automation of Tests, Configuration Management, Information Systems, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Relational Databases, Scrum Methodology, Release Management, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, Web Services, Appian, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Devsecops - **Published:** August 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=81960c38a98c4be2 ## About the Role * Current Appian certification applicable to the assigned developer role. * At least three years of experience supporting Federal Government information systems of similar size, scope, complexity, and technical environment. * At least three years of experience with Agile product development and implementation. * Demonstrated experience developing, configuring, maintaining, enhancing, troubleshooting, and testing Appian applications. * Experience translating business requirements and user stories into functional technical solutions. * Knowledge of application development lifecycles, testing practices, release management, and production support. * Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills. * Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary Agile delivery team. Preferred Qualifications * Experience supporting the U.S. Department of Education or another Federal civilian agency. * Experience with Appian integrations, APIs, relational databases, SQL, and web services. * Familiarity with DevSecOps, automated testing, CI/CD pipelines, and source or configuration management tools. * Knowledge of Federal security standards, Section 508 accessibility requirements, and records or data-privacy requirements. * Experience working in cloud-hosted or FedRAMP-authorized environments. Work Authorization and Other Requirements * Must be authorized to work in the United States. * Must be able to satisfy all contract-specific background investigation, suitability, and security requirements. * Employment is contingent upon contract award, Government approval of key personnel, and successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements. ## Description AET Federal, Inc. is seeking an experienced Appian/Application Developer to support an anticipated Department of Education contract. The developer will support Federal information systems through application development, configuration, maintenance, enhancement, troubleshooting, testing, and technical support. This is a key personnel position contingent upon contract award. Key Responsibilities * Design, develop, configure, and enhance applications using the Appian platform. * Maintain and troubleshoot existing applications, integrations, workflows, and system components. * Translate business and technical requirements into scalable application solutions. * Configure Appian interfaces, process models, records, reports, rules, and related components. * Conduct unit, integration, regression, and user acceptance testing support. * Diagnose application defects and performance issues and implement timely resolutions. * Provide ongoing technical support for production and non-production environments. * Develop and maintain technical documentation, configuration records, test materials, and deployment instructions. * Participate in Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, demonstrations, and retrospectives. * Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, testers, technical teams, and Federal stakeholders. * Support application releases, deployments, maintenance activities, and continuous improvements. * Follow applicable Federal security, privacy, accessibility, configuration management, and software-development requirements. ## Related Videos - [AI Pair Programming with GitHub Copilot at SAP: Looking Back, Looking Forward!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1546-ai-pair-programming-with-github-copilot-at-sap-looking-back-looking-forward) - [Developer Time Is Valuable - Use the Right Tools - Kilian Valkhof](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1792-developer-time-is-valuable-use-the-right-tools-kilian-valkhof) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Evolving the developer experience in the age of AI](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100201-evolving-the-developer-experience-in-the-age-of-ai) - [Rust Beyond Systems: Revolutionizing Web Development](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1111-rust-beyond-systems-revolutionizing-web-development) - [DevSecOps: Security in DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/36-devsecops-security-in-devops) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Choosing the Right Tools for App Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/391-a-guide-to-choosing-the-right-tools-for-app-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [What is Agentic Programming and Why Should Developers Care?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/625-what-is-agentic-programming-and-why-should-developers-care) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)