Appian · 21 hours ago
Distinguished Software Engineer
McLean, Virginia
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expAppian is a software company that automates business processes, and they are seeking a Distinguished Software Engineer to steer the technical direction of their product. The role involves leading technical initiatives, collaborating with architects, and mentoring engineers to ensure high engineering standards are met.
Business Process Automation (BPA)Data ManagementDeveloper ToolsEnterprise SoftwareInsurTechRobotic Process Automation (RPA)Software
Responsibilities
Autonomously lead transformational technical initiatives that address real, open-ended business problems
Identify, understand, and bring to fruition technology trends and innovations relevant to Appian
Identify technical constraints to engineering effectiveness and lead initiatives to address them
Fully own an operational or functional area within the architecture group
Develop product features to the highest engineering standards as a member of teams
Spike robust solutions to clear architectural runway ahead of feature development
Regularly conduct and report on design reviews
Advise product management on technical opportunities and constraints
Serve as advisor to multiple engineering teams to provide broad technical expertise and design oversight
Mentor and be an example to other engineers
Promote, document, and disseminate design best practices for building world-class software
Contribute ideas to continuously improve the organization and processes of the architecture function
Effectively communicate technical designs and vision verbally, visually and/or in writing for small to large sized technical and non-technical audiences
Contribute to Appian's long-term documentation through publishing relevant, high-quality content to Engineering's technical documentation site
Qualification
Required
Autonomously lead transformational technical initiatives that address real, open-ended business problems
Identify, understand, and bring to fruition technology trends and innovations relevant to Appian
Identify technical constraints to engineering effectiveness and lead initiatives to address them
Fully own an operational or functional area within the architecture group
Develop product features to the highest engineering standards as a member of teams
Spike robust solutions to clear architectural runway ahead of feature development
Regularly conduct and report on design reviews
Advise product management on technical opportunities and constraints
Serve as advisor to multiple engineering teams to provide broad technical expertise and design oversight
Mentor and be an example to other engineers
Promote, document, and disseminate design best practices for building world-class software
Contribute ideas to continuously improve the organization and processes of the architecture function
Effectively communicate technical designs and vision verbally, visually and/or in writing for small to large sized technical and non-technical audiences
Contribute to Appian's long-term documentation through publishing relevant, high-quality content to Engineering's technical documentation site
B.S. in Computer Science or related field
Preferred
MS in Computer Science or related field/degree and 7+ years of relevant experience
BS and 10+ years of relevant experience
Experience in a high-volume or critical production service environment
Fluency in Java
Experience with multiple programming paradigms and database technologies
Prior functional and/or operational responsibility
Benefits
Health coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support
Life and disability insurance
Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP)
Retirement/pension plan
Wellness dollars
Tuition reimbursement
Family-forming benefits
Company
Appian
Appian is a software company that provides digital transformation, low-code application development, and business process management.
1001-5000 employees
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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
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