Lead Developer -Appian

As a Lead Developer, you will spearhead initiatives to optimize and expand our use of the

Appian platform across various business functions. This leadership role demands a deep

understanding of Appian’s platform capabilities, strategic vision, and the ability to

translate complex business requirements into efficient technical solutions. You will lead a

team of developers and collaborate closely with business stakeholders to drive innovation

and operational excellence.

Role and Responsibilities :

The Roles & Responsibilities of a Lead Developer include :

Build and oversee the design, development, and implementation of projects in Appian.

Requirement gathering and analysis.

Build robust integrations with other peripheral systems, middleware, and applications.

Build and design data models.

Define architectural & development standards for the project in adherence to Appian and

WNS-Vuram best practices.

Perform frequent code reviews & ensure quality of the overall delivery.

Conduct sophisticated troubleshooting and problem-solving across the Appian platform.

Direct and mentor a team of Appian developers and analysts, fostering a culture of

continuous improvement and professional growth.

Manage key stakeholder relationships, translating complex business needs into technical

specifications and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Drive innovation in Appian, leveraging new technologies and methodologies to enhance

service delivery.

Hands-on with Appian key capabilities like process modeling, user interface, expressions,

plugin analysis, sites, embedded Appian, portals, records (data fabric), SSO / LADP, Admin

Console, Logs, etc.

Proficient in database concepts like stored procedures, views, materialized views,

triggers, explain statements, etc.

Estimate projects based on high-level requirements / RFP.

Build applications with performance optimization guidelines, especially for high volume /

usage applications.

Build demos, PoCs, PoVs for customer stakeholders and internal team as needed.

Build high-level technical specifications for the solutions.

Manage the Appian upgrade process, ensuring compatibility and minimal disruption.

Lead User Acceptance Testing with business users and BAs.

Ability to perform application deployments.

Oversee infrastructure setup in case of on-premises projects.

Work with the on-shore or off-shore team during the development phase.

Working knowledge of Networks and OS platforms (Windows, Linux).

Knowledge of agile development methodologies.

Running all major sprint ceremonies.

Minimum Requirements :

Degree in Computer Science, MIS, IT, or other related fields.

6-8 years of total experience.

6 years of experience in the development of enterprise-level web applications using

Appian.

At least 1-2 years of experience in leading a team of developers.

Experience in developing on J2EE platforms, .Net platforms, RDBMS platforms (Oracle,

MySQL, SQL Server).

Good logical and analytical reasoning ability.

Good team player.

Fluent English communication and social skills to interact with a global customer base.

Flexibility to travel.

Preferred Competency Requirements :

Knowledge of GenAI, AI, RPA, IDP, DevOps, Process Mining tools and technologies will be an

added advantage.

Knowledge of agile development methodologies.

Appian Senior / Lead Developer Certification.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead by example in developing solutions and

managing teams