Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set
high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with
care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment,
holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When
you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing
hard things, together.

Summary: As a Principal Software Engineer at Appian, you will be the primary
technical strategist, responsible for shaping the architectural foundation of
our platform. Your role involves anticipating future challenges and implementing
innovative solutions today. You will drive complex cross-functional initiatives,
ensuring Appian remains a leader in the low-code and automation industry.

Responsibilities:

* Define the long-term architectural vision and governance for the Appian
platform.
* Identify systemic technical risks and lead task forces to resolve
architectural bottlenecks.
* Develop internal tools and SDKs to simplify infrastructure and enhance




developer productivity.
* Conduct deep-dive troubleshooting for complex production issues.
* Promote AI-native engineering practices and integrate AI features into the
platform.
* Lead the development of core platform libraries and high-risk prototypes.
* Participate in the Architectural Guild and review high-impact design
documents.
* Mentor lead and senior engineers, and represent Appian in the tech community.
* Ensure operational resilience with self-healing and highly available systems.

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or
related field.
* 15+ years of software engineering experience, with significant experience in
architecting large-scale distributed systems.
* Robust understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns.
* Proven transformational leadership in technological migrations or strategies.
* Expertise in Jav

📌 Principal Software Engineer (Chennai)
🏢 Appian
📍 Chennai