Role Overview
Title: Principal Technical Architect (Appian Platform)
Location: Fully In-Office (In office)
Core Systems: Appian Cloud, TCS BaNCS, Gencon
Team Structure: 7 Internal Developers | 20+ Vendor Dev/QA Engineers

Key Responsibilities

Architecture, Scalability & Performance Tuning
Design scalable solutions using Appian Cloud and Data Fabric architecture.
Remove performance bottlenecks in complex claims workflows and processes.
Build highly configurable systems using business rules to minimize hardcoding.
Lead build vs. buy evaluations for recent feature requests and plugins.
Optimize database queries and views interfacing with core legacy platforms.

Quality, Security & Governance
Enforce zero-tolerance policies for security vulnerabilities and code defects.
Establish strict guardrails for internal teams and vendor deliverables.
Conduct rigorous reviews of Appian Cloud security configurations and access controls.
Audit integration points ensuring secure data transmission across all systems.

Integration & Backlog Liquidation




Architect seamless integrations between Appian Cloud, TCS BaNCS, and Gencon.
Utilize web services (REST/SOAP) to sync real-time claims data.
Restructure business backlog into scalable, modular releases.
Accelerate deployment cycles using native Appian Cloud CI/CD pipelines.

In-Office Leadership & Vendor Oversight
Provide side-by-side mentorship to the 7 internal in-office developers.
Manage vendor delivery quality (20+ Dev/QA) through strict KPIs.
Collaborate in person with claims business heads and engineering peers.

Required Experience & Qualifications

Certifications
Appian Certified Lead Architect (L3) is highly preferred.
Appian Certified Senior Developer (L2) is mandatory.

Qualified Experience
10+ years in enterprise software architecture and development.
4+ years acting as a hands-on Appian Architect.
Core Insurance experience with claims workflows is preferred.
Proven track re

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