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# Senior Appian Developer

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Reston, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $185,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Computing Platforms, Code Review, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Relational Databases, Database Design, Java Database Connectivity, Object-Oriented Software Development, Pair Programming, Scrum Methodology, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Enterprise Software Applications, SOAPAPI, Appian, Microsoft Fabric, Enterprise Integration, Restful APIs
- **Published:** September 16, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9166185/senior-appian-developer

## About the Role

* Approximately 4-7 years of experience in software development, technical consulting, application development, or a related technical field.
 * Strong hands-on Appian development experience.
 * Experience with recent versions of the Appian platform and the ability to clearly articulate platform expertise.
 * Experience developing Appian applications using record types, process models, interfaces, expression rules, and other Appian objects.
 * Experience designing and implementing system integrations using REST APIs, SOAP services, JDBC connections, or similar technologies.
 * Working knowledge of relational databases, database design principles, and SQL.
 * Understanding of object-oriented programming concepts and software development methodologies.
 * Experience working within Agile development teams and participating in sprint-based software delivery.
 * Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in customer-facing environments.
 * Ability and willingness to work within secure facilities and SCIF environments as required.

Clearance Requirements:

 * TS/SCI Clearance strongly preferred.
 * Active CI Polygraph or Full Scope Polygraph highly desired depending on program requirements.

## Description

* Design, develop, and maintain secure enterprise applications using the Appian platform.
 * Develop workflow automation solutions supporting Intelligence Community business operations, including case management, approvals, logistics, financial systems, and other mission-support functions.
 * Configure and optimize Appian Data Fabric to connect multiple enterprise data sources and reduce reliance on traditional ETL processes.
 * Design and implement secure integrations using REST APIs, SOAP services, JDBC connections, and other enterprise integration technologies.
 * Develop custom Appian plug-ins when business requirements extend beyond standard platform capabilities.
 * Collaborate with architects and Technical Delivery Managers to design scalable, maintainable, and secure application solutions.
 * Participate in Agile software development activities including sprint planning, backlog refinement, pair programming, code reviews, daily standups, and retrospectives.
 * Support deployment of applications from unclassified development environments into secure customer environments.
 * Troubleshoot technical issues and implement performance improvements across existing applications.
 * Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical knowledge sharing across the team.
 * Work directly with customer stakeholders to gather requirements, refine business processes, and deliver high-quality technical solutions.
 * Ensure applications adhere to security requirements and operational standards within classified government environments.