Avum is seeking a skilled and experienced Appian Developer/Analyst to lead the implementation of an Appian-based Contract Writing System. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing the Navy’s Contract Writing Solution. Your expertise will be crucial in translating business requirements into efficient and user-friendly applications that streamline acquisition processes and enhance operational efficiency.

What You Will Be Doing:
Collaborating with stakeholders to evaluate and change the system architecture, implement functional requirements, and develop/integrate components for an Appian Acquisition Suite

Utilizing your expertise in Appian development to build scalable and robust applications within the Appian framework. This includes designing data models, process models, user interfaces, integrations, and business rules

Integrating with other systems and data sources as needed, ensuring seamless data flow and interoperability to support end-to-end acquisition processes

Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business requirements and design solutions using the Appian low-code platform to address government acquisition management challenges effectively

Customizing the Appian platform to meet government acquisition management needs, including configuring forms, reports, dashboards, and other UI components to optimize user experience and productivity

Conducting gap/comparative analysis based on customer requirements

Conducting thorough testing of developed solutions to ensure functionality, performance, security, and government regulations and standards compliance

Collaborating with QA teams to resolve any issues and provide high-quality deliverables

Configuring complex solution applications, external system connections, process models, business rules, user interfaces, and management reports

Performing design and prototype reviews/demos with government stakeholders

Creating comprehensive documentation, including technical specifications, user guides, and training materials, to support deployment, maintenance, and user adoption of the Acquisition Suite

Providing training and support to end-users and administrators on how to use and manage the application effectively, addressing any questions, issues, or enhancement requests promptly

Staying updated on the latest Appian features, best practices, and industry trends related to government acquisition management

Proactively identifying opportunities for process optimization and innovation to enhance the value delivered by the Navy’s Contract Writing Solution

Appian Associate Developer or higher certification.

What You Will Need:
Candidates will ideally possess a DoD Secret clearance but, at minimum, must be U.S. citizens and able to pass a T3 background investigation immediately.

A minimum of four (4) years of software development experience.

A minimum of two (2) years of Appian development experience.

Proficiency in Appian development concepts, including SAIL, process modeling, data modeling, and integrations.

Experience with Appian forms, process models, interface design, rules & expressions, records, data types, and SQL queries.

Experience deploying applications in the Appian platform.

Experience with building Appian plug-ins leveraging APIs and Smart Services.

Deep knowledge and experience in Agile methodologies (i.e., Agile Scrum and DevSecOps).

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Experience designing and implementing modules and App connectivity methods, such as Web API and SOAP requests with WSDLs.

Knowledge of online Security, both on the infrastructure and application sides, including LDAP, Active Directory, SSO, SAML, and Certificates.

Proficient with Java/JEE, SQL, REST, APIs, and Web Services.

Experience in working with external integrations (i.e., Web service, ESB, HTTPS, SFTP, etc.).

Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices.

If You Have This, It’s A Plus:
Experience implementing DoD acquisition and contracting writing systems/solutions.

Understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) or Appian Government Acquisition Management (GAM) suite experience.

Knowledge or experience working with the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS-NG), System for Award Management (SAM), or other acquisition-related interface partners.

Strong understanding of government acquisition management processes and regulations (e.g., FAR, DFARS).

What’s In It For You:
Being part of a remote-first environment that rewards dedication and innovation.

Receiving a competitive compensation and benefits package that includes bonuses and 401K with 6% matching that vests immediately.

Joining a mission-driven, technically forward team.

Location:
The candidate will be required to interact and coordinate remotely with external project team members and other Avum employees, supporting core Eastern Standard Time (EST) hours. As a remote employee, the candidate will not have a permanent office or desk space but may be required to attend in-person meetings. This may require travel to government sites in Washington, D.C., and the Avum office in Agoura Hills, California. Our priority is acquiring the most qualified candidate to perform the required tasks satisfactorily, including team collaboration, regardless of the candidate’s geographical location.

NOTE: This fully remote role requires the candidate to participate in meetings virtually using tools like Microsoft Teams. Online availability during the core Eastern Standard Time (EST) hours, Monday through Friday, will be required.

About Avum:
Avum, Inc. is a certified Small Disadvantaged Business who provides advanced software, database, and business intelligence systems to the DoD/Military, Intelligence Community, and Federal, State, Local, and Commercial clients since 1991. We manage technical programs and projects and provide strategic guidance to support our customers' system engineering efforts. We provide sustainment in mission-critical and secure environments. We support information assurance activities and accreditation for the systems we deploy. Our engineers conduct rapid prototyping and Agile customer-focused iterations to produce complex applications, predictive analytic data environments, and NIST SP 800-53 compliant system architecture deployed within Navy and DoD networks. We have subject matter experts in multiple domains and technical expertise across all core technology stacks. We specialize in application development, large-scale database design, data engineering, and data visualization. Through results-driven, agile collaboration, the company continually researches and deploys secure solutions that exceed customer expectations in meeting or beating customer-allocated budgets and schedules. We aspire to the highest standards of ethical behavior and professional integrity in providing our customers with service that consistently earns us the highest possible performance ratings.

Avum, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other reason prohibited by law in providing employment opportunities and benefits.