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# Appian Developer Consultant - Civilian

- **Company:** Groundswell, LLC
- **Location:** McLean, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $98,855.0 - $138,979.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, User Authentication, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Configuration Management, Information Systems, Data Visualization, Relational Databases, Middleware, Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Kerberos (Protocol), Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Machine Learning, MariaDB, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Mule, OAuth, Oracle (Applications), Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Systems Integration, Web Services, Google Cloud, Appian, Information Technology, Data Management, Restful APIs, Devsecops
- **Published:** October 28, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9266870/appian-developer-consultant-civilian

## About the Role

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) or higher in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, or related area
2+ years of experience in developing Appian solutions
2+ years of related IT experience
Preference given to candidates with active Appian Senior or Lead certifications
Strong experience with Appian delivery using an Agile methodology
Strong technical design and implementation and problem-solving skills
Strong communication skills and ability to convey complex concepts in an easy-to-understand manner, both verbally and written; active listening skills to gather key information from internal and external partners; analytical and strategic foresight
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, 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")
US Citizenship required
Preference given to candidates local to the DC Metro area
Some travel may be required for client meetings (0-15%)

Experience Working In The Following Technologies
Required:
Appian
RDBMS (e.g., Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL/MariaDB)
Web services, Integrations and Middleware (e.g., RESTful/SOAP, Mule/IIB/Fusion)

Experience Working In The Following Areas Is A PLUS:
Cloud Computing/IaaS (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
Authentication (e.g., SAML, Kerberos, OAuth, LDAP)
Data management and data visualization/BI
DevSecOps and/or Configuration Management
Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence

Skills: Certification