Senior Software Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 27, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jun 18, 2026. Appian Corporation scores B on the Alion truth index.
Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
Drives AI-first tooling, SDLC automation, and developer productivity initiatives
Required Experience & Skills
6+ years of experience building internal tools or developer platforms
Strong CI/CD and automation expertise, Generative AI integration in SDLC
- Core Backend & Architectural Fundamentals: Deep dive into data structures, algorithms, and microservices/distributed system architecture patterns. While we embrace a language-agnostic mindset, strong proficiency in Java or Python is preferred.
- Cloud & Infrastructure: Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure, container frameworks (Docker/Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines is a major advantage
- Modern Engineering Practices (Highly Valued): Daily utilization of AI tools and agentic engineering environments (e.g., Kiro, Claude, Copilot) to accelerate software design, automate background workflows, and optimize developer productivity
Tools and Resources
- Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
- Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
- Community: We’ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.
Benefits
Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country-please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.
About Appian
Appian provides AI automation for the most important business processes at the world’s largest organizations. Our platform is known for its unique power, reliability, and scale. We’ve been automating processes for more than 25 years and have proven expertise in enterprise operations. For more information, visit appian.com.
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