Appian · 2 months ago
Senior Manager, Product Management - Solutions
McLean, Virginia
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expAppian is a software company that automates business processes. As a Senior Manager in Product Management, you will lead the AI & Industry Solutions group, overseeing product strategy and team development while ensuring alignment with engineering and stakeholder needs.
Business Process Automation (BPA)Data ManagementDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareInsurTechRobotic Process Automation (RPA)Software
Responsibilities
Overall accountability for the product strategy and roadmap for the group, which includes solutions for Insurance, Board markets, and help drive our AI adoption
Create a clear, customer-centric vision and "north star" for the group, ensuring it aligns with Appian product architecture and strategic goals
Led the group with peers from Engineering and Quality, ensuring cohesion and alignment, modeling Appian values, and establishing a culture of learning and growth
Manage a team of product managers, mentoring them in product management practices and contributing to their professional and personal development
Drive the strategic direction of the product portfolio, partnering with your product management team and engineering leaders to prioritize investments and create and execute quarterly and annual plans that ensure the delivery of high-value, impactful software
Work closely with customers, engineering teams, and key business stakeholders on the definition, refinement, and business value of features
Oversee the entire product lifecycle from ideation to release, guiding product managers in the development of backlogs, writing feature of specifications, and tracking of feature adoption
Keep pace with evolving market needs and standards. Conduct market analysis to understand the competitive landscape and identify opportunities for investment
Qualification
Required
8+ years as a Product Manager, and at least 3 years of experience as a manager
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field
Strong technical foundation and the ability to engage deeply with engineering and design teams
Have a deep understanding of the business process automation market
Be genuinely interested in how technology can solve real-world business problems
Be passionate about understanding user needs and ensuring the product meets them
Coordinate quarterly and annual planning for multiple teams
Have a genuine desire to guide and empower others
Define how features will work through close collaboration with engineers in design sessions, mockups, UX review, and usability testing
Enjoy thinking big picture while also engaging in the details of execution
Be skilled in fostering alignment and teamwork, embracing candid communication and constructive dissent
Be ambitious and motivated to deliver impactful results
Have a natural curiosity and interest in continuous learning, particularly in the area of evolving technologies and their use within large enterprises
Benefits
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 new hire 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.
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.
Company
Appian
Appian is a software company that provides digital transformation, low-code application development, and business process management.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Appian has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (37)
2024 (45)
2023 (31)
2022 (38)
2021 (31)
2020 (24)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$47.5MKey Investors
Novak Biddle Venture Partners
2017-05-25IPO
2014-03-03Series Unknown· $37.5M
2008-07-21Series A· $10M
Leadership Team
Matt Calkins
CEO
Michael Beckley
Chief Technology Officer & Founder
Recent News
Morningstar.com
2026-01-09
Appian Corporation
2025-12-05
2025-12-02
Company data provided by crunchbase