Appian Tech Lead

Job Title: Technical Lead (Ins Ops Appian)

Location: New Jersey, Connecticut, New York (Hybrid)

Duration: Long term Contract

About the job

As a Technical Lead (Ins Ops Appian Underwriting Workbench) specializing in Appian components such as Process Designing, SAIL, Rules, Security, and Integration. Appian Designer, low-code development, BPMN, and data modelling. Understanding of integrations with REST, SOAP, and other systems; knowledge of Appian architecture and infrastructure you will spearhead the design, development, and ongoing enhancement of our cutting-edge software solutions. Your primary responsibilities will include leading the technical design and solutioning processes, crafting and deploying high-performance, scalable microservices using Spring Boot and other relevant technologies. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Java and Java Script development, Microservices architecture, and a passion for delivering high-quality software.

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Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of technology solutions to support business strategies.
• Provide technical direction and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices, standards, and architecture principles.
• Act as a key advisor to senior management on technology trends, innovations, and opportunities to enhance business operations.
• Oversee and manage end-to-end delivery of IT projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with business objectives.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across departments to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Ensure the scalability, security, and performance of IT systems and applications.
• Drive the adoption of modern technologies, tools, and frameworks to improve team productivity and system efficiency.
• Mentor and develop technical talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of IT systems, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Manage relationships with third-party vendors and technology partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality solutions.
• Ensure that software designs align with business requirements and industry best practices.

Must Have:

• 8+ years of progressive experience in software development, or technology leadership roles
• 5+ years of experience in Appian Platform, 3+ years of experience as Tech Lead.
• 5+ years of experience in Java & React.
• Appian Platform Knowledge: Deep understanding of Appian components such as Process Designing, SAIL, Rules, Security, and Integration.
• Proficiency in Appian Designer, low-code development, BPMN, and data modeling
• Integration and Architecture: Understanding of integrations with REST, SOAP, and other systems; knowledge of Appian architecture and infrastructure
• Strong understanding of Java and Java Script implementation design patterns such as Builder pattern, Factory pattern, Visitor pattern, etc.
• Strong understanding of Java, Java Script & REACT including exception/error handling best practices.
• Familiarity with AWS Cloud platform.
• In-depth knowledge of IT governance, cybersecurity, and compliance standards.
• Hands-on experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies.
• Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and guide technical teams.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience in the insurance or financial services industry is a significant advantage.
• Experience in optimizing web and mobile applications, enhancing their scalability, operating speeds, and making them responsive on various formats.
• Experience in creating dynamic content for websites and digital platforms.
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaboration tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Ability to work in an agile development environment.
• Strong knowledge on creation of data models based on the provided requirements.
• Strong knowledge of dependency management tools such as Maven/Gradle.
• Strong knowledge on Clean Architecture and Clean code practices
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with excellent understanding of system development methodologies, techniques, and tools.
• Responsible for leading the delivery teams from end-to-end delivery standpoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• One team approach and team collaboration.
• Positive mindset to learn new technologies.
• Proven track record of designing and implementing complex IT systems and architectures.

Good to Have:

• Certification: Senior or Lead Developer certification is plus
• Understanding of any integration/middleware tools like MuleSoft, ESB Implementations and API Gateways
• Knowledge on Document management and generation systems/applications.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines.
• Security-conscious development practices.
• Proficient with AWS native services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, and AWS CLI.