Lead Appian Application Developer

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IT - Development

We are seeking a seasoned Lead Application Developer to design, develop, and deliver enterprise‑grade applications leveraging low‑code platforms such as Appian. This role involves technical leadership, mentoring developers, and ensuring best practices in architecture, integration, and performance optimization. You will collaborate with business stakeholders and global teams to translate requirements into scalable solutions while driving innovation and quality. This role is part of the Center of Excellence (COE).

• Designs multi-application solutions.
• Coordinates extensive projects with all relevant personnel and management.
• May be a subject matter expert for specific areas, applications or technologies.
• Analyzes requirements for major projects involving multiple components internal and external to the division. Selects appropriate solutions. Accountable for product and tool selection.
• Models cross-functional and divisional business processes and enterprise data.
• Identifies and implements appropriate technology across the organization or directs others in these activities.
• Creates test strategies for cross application or solutions.
• May lead discussions with clients, management, co-workers, operations, technical support and vendors.
• Performs major software analysis.
• Proactively recommends solutions which take into consideration costs, business needs, and system impacts.
• Leads analysis and general architectural design across platforms and divisions.
• Demonstrates exceptional negotiation and persuasion skills across the organization and company.
• Takes leadership role in product and tool selection and the development of specifications for new and existing systems.
• May have supervisory responsibility over employees.

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or technically related field, or equivalent education/experience. Minimum of 8 years work experience. Masters degree in Information Systems, Computer Science or related technical field with 6 years experience is also acceptable.

• 8+ years of experience in application development, with at least 3+ years low‑code platforms like Appian.
• Domain knowledge in Financial Services.
• Appian certifications (Lead Developer or equivalent).
• Familiarity with JIRA and Agile delivery frameworks.
• Experience with cloud deployment and CI/CD pipelines.
• Hands‑on experience with SQL, API development, and system integrations.
• Expertise in building reports and dashboards for business insights.

• Hybrid Office Environment (Tuesday, Wednesdays, Thursdays)

The Salary for this position generally ranges between $110,000 - $135,000 annually . Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in‑office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.

Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This is a hybrid position requiring three days in office per week in one of our hub locations (Philadelphia, PA; Cedar Rapids, IA; Denver, CO). Relocation assistance will not be provided for this position.

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well‑being of our employees.

• Competitive Pay
• Bonus for Eligible Employees

• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities

• Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of…