Appian Architect

The Supplier shall ensure that the Appian Architect shall have:

1. act under general supervision, act in a lead capacity and work independently on application assignments and on complex data processing problems as required by the EBRD;

2. have a willingness to communicate and work closely with other providers as part of the wider team and programme of work have the ability to configure complex design and detailed functional specifications;

3. have in-depth knowledge on Process Models, SAIL Interfaces, Web APIs, Sites, Process Model as a Service, Admin Console, Document Management and Integration Smart Services, Appian Designer;

4. have prior experience/knowledge on Continuous Integration and Deployment model and Test Driven Development, Plugin developments, Appian server installations;

5. have prior experience in DC migration activiites

6. have in depth experience in reviewing the Database architecture for Appian applications;

7. have in depth experience in reviewing the design and architecture of Appian applications;

8. have in depth experience in reviewing and improving the implementation of applications according to design best practices, performance and security;

9. be able to lead the planning and execution of data migration activities, such as mapping data elements, evaluating ETL tools and reviewing the implemented stored procedures

10. have experience reviewing the application & security documentation produced by project teams for clients

11. share ownership of best practice and monitor and improve performance of processes

12. work on shared ownership and improve change management in Appian systems

13. have experience designing and implementing in Appian BPMS on premise and cloud from Appian 7.x to 20.x solutions, including, but not limited to:

(i) Custom smart nodes;

(ii) Integrated plugins;

(iii) Portal based applications (inc. forms and reports);

(iv) Tempo/SAIL based applications;

1. have deep knowledge of Appian architecture and its objects & best practices both in Appian cloud and on premise installations;

2. have a good understanding of database concepts and strong working knowledge of the implemented databases, including Client 11g and MySQL;

3. have experience of integrations using web services (e.g. XML, REST, WSDL, SOAP), API, JDBC, JMS;

4. Understand how to implement LDAP, SAML configuration, especially with OTS IAM solutions, including ForgeRock;

5. perform systems administration (e.g. Linux, Windows), KDB, hotfixes, patches, upgrades for internal installations;

6. perform Java and JavaScript Programming;

7. perform Low-Code applications implementation and use of Appian for niche development;

8. perform RPA integration with Appian;

9. take ownership of their deliverables and any issues arising with excellent analytical & problem solving skills;

10. apply creative thinking in the design and development;

11. establish and maintain co-operative working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work;

12. speak and write effectively in English;

13. be aware of the ITSM processes and support services; and

14. be certified Appian level 3.

15. Able to manage other team members of junior and intermediate level.

Job type: Contract Division: eTeam Workforce Limited Reference: 22-01394