Job Description

About Persistent

We are an AI-led, platform-driven Digital Engineering and Enterprise Modernization partner, combining deep technical expertise and industry experience to help our clients anticipate what's next. Our offerings and proven solutions create a unique competitive advantage for our clients by giving them the power to see beyond and rise above. We work with many industry-leading organizations across the world, including 20 Fortune 50 companies and 4 of the 5 top banks in both the US and India, and numerous innovators across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our disruptor's mindset, commitment to client success, and agility to thrive in the dynamic environment have enabled us to sustain our growth momentum. Persistent has been recognized across top industry platforms for innovation, leadership, and inclusion. We reported $1,654.4M FY26 revenue with 17.4% Y-o-Y growth. We have delivered 24 sequential quarters of growth with $436.0M in Q4 FY26 revenue, up 3.2% Q-o-Q and 16.2% Y-o-Y growth. Our 27,500+ global team members, located in 18 countries, have been instrumental in helping the market leaders transform their industries. We have been recognized as the Fastest Growing IT Services Brand Globally in the 2026 Brand Finance IT Services 25 Report. We named a Leader in the Everest Group Private Equity (PE) Services PEAK Matrix Assessment 2026 and Software Product Engineering PEAK Matrix Assessment 2026.

About Position:

We are seeking an experienced Appian Solution Architect to lead the design, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-scale Appian BPM solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in Appian application development, solution architecture, system integrations, and BPM implementations. This role will be responsible for defining scalable application architectures, driving technical excellence, mentoring development teams, and collaborating with business stakeholders to deliver innovative process automation solutions that align with organizational objectives.

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Role: Appian Solution Architect
- Location: Chennai
- Experience: 8 to 12 Years
- Job Type: Full-Time Employment

What You'll Do:

- Design and architect enterprise-grade Appian BPM solutions aligned with business and technology objectives.
- Develop and implement Appian components including Process Models, SAIL Interfaces, Records, Reports, and Sites.
- Design scalable, secure, reusable,



and high-performing application architectures.
- Lead technical design discussions, architecture reviews, and solution workshops.
- Build and maintain integrations with external applications using REST APIs, SOAP services, databases, and web services.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
- Define application architecture standards, governance models, and best practices.
- Conduct technical reviews and code reviews to ensure development quality and adherence to Appian standards.
- Drive performance optimization, troubleshooting, and platform enhancements.
- Design and implement data models, integrations, and workflow automation processes.
- Establish deployment strategies and CI/CD practices for Appian applications.
- Support Agile delivery processes including estimations, sprint planning, backlog refinement, and solution reviews.
- Identify technical risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
- Mentor and guide Appian developers and technical teams.
- Ensure security, scalability, maintainability, and compliance of Appian solutions.
- Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and enterprise architecture teams.
- Support production deployments, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Evaluate emerging Appian capabilities and recommend adoption where appropriate.

Expertise You'll Bring:

- 8 to 12 years of overall IT experience with at least 5+ years of Appian development experience.
- Strong expertise in Appian BPM platform architecture and application development.
- Extensive hands-on experience with SAIL Interfaces, Records, Data Fabric, Process Models, Reports, and Integrations.
- Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale Appian solutions.
- Strong knowledge of Appian architecture, development standards, and best practices.
- Experience integrating Appian with enterprise applications using REST APIs, SOAP services, and databases.




- Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases.
- Experience defining scalable application architectures and reusable design frameworks.
- Knowledge of Appian deployment strategies, release management, and CI/CD pipelines.
- Strong understanding of Agile, Scrum, and software development lifecycle methodologies.
- Experience leading technical teams and mentoring developers.
- Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and optimization capabilities.
- Experience conducting architecture reviews and technical governance activities.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
- Ability to work effectively in cross-functional and globally distributed teams.

Advantages:

- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Culture focused on talent development with quarterly growth opportunities and company-sponsored higher education and certifications
- Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies
- Employee engagement initiatives such as project parties, flexible work hours, and Long Service awards
- Annual health check-ups
- Insurance coverage: group term life, personal accident, and Mediclaim hospitalization for self, spouse, two children, and parents

Values-Driven, People-Centric & Inclusive Work Environment:

Persistent is dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We invite applications from all qualified individuals, including those with disabilities, and regardless of gender or gender preference. We welcome diverse candidates from all backgrounds.

- We support hybrid work and flexible hours to fit diverse lifestyles.
- Our office is accessibility-friendly, with ergonomic setups and assistive technologies to support employees with physical disabilities.
- If you are a person with disabilities and have specific requirements, please inform us during the application process or at any time during your employment

Let's unleash your full potential at Persistent - persistent.com/careers

"Persistent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind."

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Open Positions

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📌 Appian Solution Architect (Chennai)
🏢 Persistent
📍 Chennai