Application Developer Senior

Application Developer Senior

Location:

Stafford, VA

The Application Developer Senior is responsible for delivering high quality application solutions by performing advanced design, configuration, development, and testing activities. This role works independently on mission critical features and provides technical guidance to ensure solutions align with user requirements and program objectives.

• Complete the delivery of design, code, and testing for modules or multiple features and enablers.
• Analyze user requirements and define technical project scope and assumptions during backlog grooming ceremonies.
• Prepare requirements definitions, designs, and technical specifications as part of sprint planning activities.
• Create business(s) and/or technical designs for new or modified application features or enablers.
• Complete system configuration in accordance with approved specifications.
• Triage and resolve configuration and application issues.
• Assist and guide customers in writing test plans and test cases to ensure testing aligns with documented requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and support to less senior development staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

• MA or MS degree, or equivalent experience.
• 10 years of relevant experience including:
• 5+ years of hands‑on experience with software application design, development, and testing.
• 5+ years of experience with the Appian BPM Platform.
• Background check required.

• Experience supporting enterprise application development efforts.
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum based development environments.
• Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other developers.

• Ability to work independently on high visibility or mission critical program components.
• Strong knowledge of application development life cycle methodologies.
• Expertise in Appian application configuration, debugging, and optimization.
• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional technical teams.