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Journeyman Appian Developer

Guidehouse
GH Office: Tysons Corner, VA (Headquarters), United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jan 2026
💰 $188,000/yr($113,000/yr$188,000/yr)

About the role

Job Family:

SAAS/PAAS/Cloud Consulting


Travel Required:

None


Clearance Required:

Ability to Obtain Public Trust

What You Will Do:

  • The role as an Appian Journeyman Developer at Guidehouse is critical in designing, developing, and implementing Appian-based applications to meet business needs and drive success. Our journeyman have excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, and strong communication and collaboration skills. Appian Journeyman Developers will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the success of our projects and the growth of our company.

  • Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other developers to design and develop Appian-based applications.

  • Develop custom plug-ins, interfaces, and services using Appian.

  • Configure Appian environments, including user management, design, and integration with other systems.

  • Design and develop Appian interfaces using Appian SAIL, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

  • Create and maintain technical documentation related to Appian development.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Appian applications.

  • Collaborate on proof of concept and other activities as new Appian product and technical capabilities are released.

What You Will Need:

  • US Citizenship and must be able to OBTAIN and MAINTAIN a Federal or DoD Public Trust security clearance; candidates must obtain approved adjudication of clearance prior to onboarding with Guidehouse

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business, etc

  • A MINIMUM of THREE (3) years of professional experience including at least THREE (3) years of experience in Appian development

  • Active Appian Associate Developer certifications and ability to achieve additional relevant certifications upon hire

  • Experience with Appian platform, including Appian SAIL, Process Modeler, Rules, etc

  • Experience with Java, SQL, and web services

  • Understanding of Appian development best practices

  • Ability to design and optimize business processes and integrate processes across disparate systems

  • Selected candidate must be able to work Eastern Standard Hours.


What Would Be Nice To Have:

  • Interpersonal skills, including teamwork, facilitation, and negotiation

  • Problem-solving skills, ability to multi-task, and a high degree of emotional intelligence

  • Recent work experience on a software development project in a federal government setting or with Federal Acquisition Management.

  • Prior experience working as Customer Help Desk support and/or production application support.

  • Familiarity and/or experience implementing with low-code platforms.

  • Experience working in an agile development environment.

  • Understanding of responsible AI principles and model interpretability.

The annual salary range for this position is $113,000.00-$188,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.


What We Offer:

Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance

  • Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays

  • Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus

  • Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance

  • 401(k) Retirement Plan

  • Basic Life & Supplemental Life

  • Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

  • Student Loan PayDown

  • Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities

  • Skills Development & Certifications

  • Employee Referral Program

  • Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach

  • Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program

  • Mobility Stipend

About Guidehouse

Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.

Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal h

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