Senior Appian Plugin Developer- Remote
About this role
We are seeking a Senior Appian Plugin Developer to support a structured Appian Cloud migration engagement delivered through an Autonomous Delivery Pod model. This role is focused on modernizing custom Appian plugins and ensuring full compatibility with Appian Cloud architecture within a regulated enterprise environment.
The selected candidate will operate within a cohesive, outcome-driven delivery team accountable for plugin modernization, application remediation, cloud deployment readiness, and production stabilization.
The Senior Appian Plugin Developer will serve as a hands-on technical contributor responsible for refactoring custom plugins, validating compatibility across the broader plugin inventory, and ensuring migration activities meet cloud, security, and quality standards. This role requires deep expertise in Appian plugin architecture, Java development, and cloud modernization practices.
What You’ll Do
Refactor custom Appian plugins to remove filesystem, database, and logging dependencies incompatible with Appian Cloud
Redesign and modernize plugin components to leverage supported Appian APIs and cloud-compliant integration patterns
Validate compatibility of custom and AppMarket plugins within Appian Cloud environments
Assess and remediate configuration or deployment gaps identified during plugin validation
Implement secure, centralized logging approaches aligned with cloud deployment standards
Package and deploy updated plugins across development, testing, and production environments
Support regression testing across dependent Appian applications impacted by plugin updates
Troubleshoot and resolve defects related to plugin behavior, integrations, or environmental differences
Collaborate with Appian Developers to remediate application objects and integrations impacted by cloud migration
Partner with DBAs to ensure plugin changes align with data migration and validation activities
Participate in structured migration governance processes, including technical documentation, status reporting, and risk tracking
Contribute to production cutover preparation, rollback validation planning, and post-migration stabilization
Document refactor strategies, compatibility findings, deployment steps, and definitions of done
Operate within a defined delivery cadence, maintaining accountability for milestones and technical quality
What We’re Looking For
Extensive hands-on experience developing custom Appian plugins (smart services, functions, integrations)
Strong expertise in Java development and plugin architecture within enterprise environments
Deep understanding of Appian Cloud constraints, supported APIs, and architectural best practices
Experience refactoring legacy codebases to remove filesystem access, unsupported database dependencies, and non-cloud-compliant logging
Strong debugging and troubleshooting skills in complex Appian environments
Experience validating and packaging plugins for multi-environment deployment
Ability to remain hands-on while working within a structured, governance-driven delivery model
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly document technical findings and recommendations
Experience working in regulated environments (financial services or similar)
Comfort operating within high-accountability, milestone-driven engagements
Required Skills:
7+ years of professional Java application development experience
3+ years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining custom Appian plugins
3+ years of experience modernizing or refactoring legacy application components for cloud environments
3+ years of experience designing secure integration patterns using RESTful APIs
3+ years of experience implementing and configuring modern logging frameworks (e.g., Log4j2, SLF4J)
3+ years of experience supporting deployments across development, testing, and production environments
3+ years of experience working within multi-team agile or hybrid delivery environments
Green Card holder or US Citizenship required
Must be able to obtain Public Trust Security clearance.
Preferred Skills
Experience supporting Appian Cloud migration initiatives
Demonstrated ability to assess technical debt and execute structured remediation plans
Appian Certified Developer (Senior or Lead preferred)
Experience supporting financial services or highly regulated enterprise clients
Familiarity with DevSecOps pipelines and secure code scanning practices
Experience supporting production cutover and stabilization efforts
Agile certification (Scrum, SAFe, or similar)
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Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact Candidateaccommodation@icf.com for assistance.
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Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
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