*We are open to supporting 100% remote work anywhere within the US* We are looking for a Solutions Architect who is customer-focused and passionate about helping customers modernize to scalable cloud solutions. This position requires a high level of technical expertise to complement excellent planning, coordination, and communication skills. You will play a critical role in formalizing, and maturing, and delivering our product offerings. You are enthusiastic about DevSecOps approaches for testing, delivery, and operations. You also tailor communications for a variety of audiences and bring clarity to the details around complex problems. Most importantly, you understand the importance of delivering the right solutions for our customers. What you’ll be doing : Provide technology leadership and mentorship to drive multiple teams and stakeholders towards a successful solution built on Appian, Azure, and other service providers Serve as the primary representative for technology topics with customer leadership Collaborate with the Appian Architect to translate business needs into solution architecture, making frequent use of diagrams to help communicate with broad audiences. You will delve into Appian architecture training, as necessary, to comprehend Appian solution design and standards Help balance of the needs of security, tech debt, feature, and defect work Evolve the team’s capabilities toward high performing DevSecOps practices, including refining release strategies, expanding use of cloud development tools, and continuously optimizing development processes Quickly comprehend the functions and capabilities of new and emerging technologies and identify effective ways to incorporate into a roadmap Identify cloud technologies and architectural updates that can improve system performance, scalability, security, reliability, and maintainability Ensure solutions are developed and packaged in an easily consumable and repeatable way for customers and internal technical teams Collaborate with Security stakeholders to ensure solutions comply with regulatory policies and ensure maintenance of system security documentation Present and defend architectural, design, and technical choices to internal and external audiences Required Skills: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or other related scientific or technical discipline 8+ years of experience building, testing, and delivering production web-based systems 5+ years of application architecture or product development experience 5+ years of experience communicating directly with senior business stakeholders 5+ years of experience leading technology teams 3+ years of experience in defining cloud system architecture 3+ years of experience building automation pipelines 3+ years of experience writing automated tests Desired Skills: Strong communication skills and business acumen Experience with the Appian platform or other low-code platforms Experience with software development working in Agile and Scaled Agile teams, including Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) certification Public sector consulting experience at the federal or state level. Experience with NIST 800-53 documentation and the FISMA authorization process. Experience leading the O&M phase of the product lifecycle Experience with a range of test tools and strategies for unit, acceptance, performance, and regression testing
#DMX24 #appianpractice Working at ICF ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. We can only solve the world’s toughest challenges by building an inclusive workplace that allows everyone to thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals. For more information, please read our EEO & AA policy. Reasonable Accommodations are available, including, but not limited to, for disabled veterans, individuals with disabilities, and individuals with sincerely held religious beliefs, in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an accommodation please email and we will be happy to assist. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations. Read more about workplace discrimination rights, the Pay Transparency Statement, or our benefit offerings which are included in the Transparency in (Benefits) Coverage Act. Pay Range – There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position. The pay range for this position is: $123,765.00 – $210,400.00 Nationwide Remote Office (US99) #J-18808-Ljbffr
