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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Development Manager - Appian (Remote - Florida) - **Company:** Morley and Associates, Inc. - **Location:** Tallahassee, FL, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Applications Architecture, Program Optimization, Software Design Patterns, Interoperability, Java Message Service (JMS), LiveChat, Release Management, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Web Services, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Appian, Information Technology - **Published:** September 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/FFDC7286628F4985928CCF01A4032B1A/job/ ## About the Role * Demonstrated ability to lead technical teams and deliver successful software outcomes in complex environments * Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence decisions and align technical work to business goals * Ability to lead through ambiguity, manage competing priorities and maintain quality across multiple initiatives, * Must have the ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen * Education: Bachelor's degree in MIS, Computer Science or related field * Experience: * 10+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years as an applications development leader * Deep technical experience with the Appian platform, including solution design, development and established Appian design patterns * Senior-level experience in software development, technical leadership or solution architecture * Strong background in software delivery methods and application architecture * Experience with integration technologies including web services, FTP and JMS * Proven people leadership experience: managing teams, mentoring developers and overseeing delivery across multiple projects ## Description * Make real impact at scale: You'll set Appian standards and design patterns that improve delivery across multiple initiatives. * Lead and grow a team: You'll mentor developers at all levels and build a high-performing COE culture. * Own the platform direction: You'll guide architecture, governance, integrations and platform optimization. * Stay close to meaningful work: You'll solve complex problems and advise leaders on technical decisions that matter. * Work from home: You'll get the flexibility of a remote role while leading enterprise-level delivery. What You'll Do Lead Appian strategy and solution architecture * Set the strategic use of the Appian platform across projects and initiatives * Define and promote Appian design patterns, development standards and technical best practices * Guide architecture and design for new applications, integrations and platform optimization Handle project scoping and delivery leadership * Guide project scoping, solution planning and development execution to give teams clear direction, realistic estimates and technically sound implementation plans * Partner with business and technology stakeholders to turn requirements into actionable delivery approaches * Oversee multiple projects when needed, keeping teams aligned to timelines, quality and priorities Manage, mentor and develop the team * Provide technical leadership, coaching, feedback and growth support to developers * Help team members solve design, configuration, integration and performance challenges * Build a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement Run COE oversight and governance * Oversee the Appian COE, including governance, reusable assets and delivery frameworks * Provide architectural review and consistent guidance across teams * Strengthen disciplined development practices to improve quality and reduce risk Serve as a senior advisor and problem solver * Advise leaders on Appian capabilities, delivery considerations, technical risks and solution options * Support complex troubleshooting by finding root causes and recommending sustainable fixes * Act as a trusted escalation point for technical decisions and cross-functional coordination Lead integration and technical delivery standards * Guide integrations between Appian and external systems using web services, FTP and JMS * Ensure integrations are secure, reliable and aligned with enterprise architecture standards * Improve system interoperability, performance and maintainability through strong architecture practices Support vendor management and platform operations * Help manage the relationship with Appian and coordinate external development resources as needed * Support awareness and adoption of new platform releases and features Own production support and service management * Lead IT service management support including incident, problem, change and release management * Coordinate support across Appian, external partners and internal dependencies Partner on security * Work with Morley's cybersecurity officer to ensure the platform meets Morley and client security standards Questions Before You Apply? * Live chat with a Morley Talent Acquisition (TA) Specialist: careers.morleycompanies.com * Chat hours: * M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Eastern / 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Central / 6 a.m. - 3 p.m. Mountain / 5 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pacific time * Closed on some holidays. 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