Lead Appian BPM Developer / Architect

ONLY W2, NO C2C
Lead Appian BPM Developer / Architect
Sr Tech Lead (Appian)
Hybrid Tampa, FL or Jersey City or Dallas (3x Days onsite)
6+ Months Contract
INTERVIEW TYPE 2 Rounds

Job Description:
Serve as a technical expert for BPM / Appian-based applications
Lead end-to-end design, development, and implementation of BPM solutions on the Appian platform
Collaborate with Business Systems Analysts to translate requirements into efficient, scalable workflows
Drive process automation, workflow orchestration, and case management solutions
Partner with Infrastructure and Cloud teams to deploy and scale BPM platforms on AWS
Evaluate and recommend Appian/BPM solutions aligned with DTCC standards and architecture
Optimize application and workflow performance to reduce latency and eliminate bottlenecks
Leverage AI-assisted tools (AWS Kiro, Amazon Q, Microsoft Copilot) for development, automation, and documentation
Ensure seamless integration with enterprise systems, APIs, and event-driven architectures
Provide technical leadership across development, testing, deployment, and production support
Lead UI/UX design for BPM applications, ensuring intuitive, responsive, and consistent user experiences
Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (WCAG), usability guidelines, and DTCC design standards
Align BPM solutions with risk, control, and governance frameworks
Promote best practices in CI/CD, DevOps, and Appian deployment strategies

Qualifications
8+ years of relevant experience
Bachelor s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)
Required Skills & Experience
8+ years of experience in Java/J2EE and BPM platforms
Strong expertise in Appian (process modeling, SAIL, integrations, and Appian objects)
Proven experience designing enterprise BPM workflows, case management, and automation solutions
Strong understanding of microservices architecture and REST API integrations
Experience integrating with databases and enterprise platforms (e.g., Oracle, Snowflake)
Hands-on experience with AWS cloud services, Docker, and Kubernetes
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Git, Jenkins, and Maven
Hands-on experience with AI developer tools (AWS Kiro, Amazon Q, Microsoft Copilot)
Strong understanding of workflow optimization, automation, and business rule implementation
Experience working in Agile development environments
Strong UI/UX design and workflow architecture experience, including usability and responsive design
Experience with testing frameworks and automation strategies
Solid understanding of design patterns, data structures, and scalable system architecture
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience delivering BPM solutions in financial services or other regulated industries
Appian certification (Level 2 or Lead Developer)
Experience with cloud-native BPM deployments and AWS architecture
Exposure to AI/ML-driven workflow automation and intelligent process automation
Experience defining enterprise UI standards and design systems
Certifications in AWS, Appian, or enterprise architecture.