Senior Appian Developer - Support

KBR, Inc. • Houston, TX

1d • Remote

About The Position

Are you passionate about developing solutions to increase automation and innovation? KBR is a leading provider of science, technology, and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. We leverage technology to deliver innovative solutions that meet the complex demands of our diverse clientele. As a Mid-Level Appian Developer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining Appian applications that automate and optimize business processes. This role involves both production support, working closely with Business Analysts to troubleshoot and resolve issues, and new development, building scalable solutions to meet evolving business needs. You will collaborate with stakeholders and IT teams to ensure applications are stable, secure, and aligned with organizational objectives.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen. If hired into this position, the employee must also reside in the United States.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 3–5 years of experience in Appian development, or a High School Diploma with 7+ years of experience in Appian development in lieu of degree.
• Hands-on experience designing, developing, and maintaining applications using the Appian low-code platform, including process models, interfaces, and integrations.
• Ability to meet with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into Appian solutions using Agile methodologies.
• Proficiency in Appian application configuration, Appian Designer, and related tools; ability to generate reports and dashboards within Appian.
• Familiarity with Azure DevOps (or similar tools) for managing tasks, version control, and communication.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to clearly communicate application changes, release schedules, and technical details to stakeholders

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Appian development beyond core functionality, including advanced features such as plug-ins, connected systems, and Appian RPA.
• Appian developer certification.
• Familiarity with low-code platforms other than Appian.
• Experience integrating applications with RESTful APIs and external systems.
• Knowledge of Oracle or Microsoft SQL Server databases, including writing queries and understanding data modeling concepts.
• Understanding of Agile development practices and experience working in iterative development environments.

Responsibilities

• Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain Appian applications to automate and optimize business processes.
• Production Support: Troubleshoot and resolve application issues in collaboration with Business Analysts and stakeholders to ensure system stability and performance.
• Requirement Analysis: Work closely with Business Analysts and stakeholders to understand business needs and translate them into technical solutions within Appian.
• Workflow Design: Create and configure Appian process models, interfaces, and integrations to deliver efficient workflows and user experiences.
• Collaboration: Partner with IT and development teams to ensure requirements are implemented accurately and align with organizational objectives.
• Tool Utilization: Use Azure DevOps (or similar tools) for task tracking, version control, and communication across teams.
• Documentation: Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications and deployment guides, to support application development and maintenance.
• Quality Assurance: Participate in testing and validation of new features and fixes to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance existing applications and contribute to best practices for Appian development.
• Agile Practices: Work within Agile methodologies to deliver iterative improvements and maintain flexibility in development cycles.
• Security: Ensure compliance with data security standards and adopt best practices for secure application development.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule.
• We support career advancement through professional training and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level