Senior Software Engineer II (AI Document Extraction)

Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.

 

Senior Software Engineer II - Architecting the Future of Enterprise AI

Imagine leading a team that's not just coding, but crafting the future of enterprise AI. At Appian, we're driven by a passion for technology and a relentless pursuit of innovation. Join us, and you'll be at the helm of projects that redefine industry standards, in an environment where your expertise is valued, and your growth is paramount. We're not just building software; we're empowering organizations to achieve the extraordinary.

About the Role:

We're seeking a seasoned Senior Software Engineer II to spearhead development of our AI-powered low-code platform. In this influential role, you'll guide a team of talented engineers, driving the design and implementation of complex, scalable solutions. You’ll leverage your deep expertise in Python along with experience in Java or C#, JavaScript, and AWS services, with a focus on integrating cutting-edge AI technologies such as AWS Bedrock and Anthropic Claude. You will play a key role in architecting and delivering microservices and independently deployable components that power intelligent, resilient systems. Your leadership will be pivotal in shaping the future of enterprise software.

This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. While working in-person with customers is our top priority, we also believe that being in the office fosters the in-person collaboration that Appian was built on. It’s a key driver of our mission to be the best - enabling shared ideas, stronger teamwork, and more opportunities to connect and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week, unless on a customer site, to support this culture and help us continue to thrive.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of enterprise-grade, full-stack applications with a strong emphasis on AI integration.
• Mentor and guide a team of software engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
• Architect and implement complex, scalable software solutions by designing microservices and independently deployable components that ensure scalability, reliability and security.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in software development, including code reviews, testing, and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD).
• Collaborate with product managers and other stakeholders to define project requirements and timelines.
• Lead technical discussions and provide guidance on architectural decisions.
• Proactively identify and resolve technical challenges.
• Ensure the availability, latency, scalability, efficiency, and security of our platform by designing reliability and security into our systems.
• Troubleshoot, investigate, and diagnose incidents using advanced tracing, alerting, and log analysis.
• Contribute to software performance analysis and system tuning.
• Build automation to prevent problem recurrence.
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation.
• Effectively communicate complex technical designs to diverse audiences.
• Take ownership of team performance, quality, stability, and velocity.
• Champion Agile methodologies and a quality-first culture.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Qualifications: BS in Computer Science or related field/degree; MS in Computer Science preferred.
• 8+ years of experience building and delivering enterprise grade software applications.
• Proven experience leading software development teams.
• Experience in a high-volume or critical production service environment.
• Expert proficiency in Python programming.
• Expertise in Python, Java or C#, Spring, JPA, JDBC, Hibernate, Gradle, and Git.
• Deep understanding of web technologies and AWS cloud services.
• Demonstrated experience with AI technologies and prompt engineering.
• Ability to apply both object-oriented and functional programming approaches.
• Strong advocate for industry best practices, including platform development, DevOps, and CI/CD.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• A relentless curiosity and passion for innovation.