Appian Solution Architect - Senior Manager

PwC • Tampa, FL

1d • $124,000 - $280,000

About The Position

The Appian Solution Architect will shape Appian-based solutions within PwC’s Advisory practice, helping clients digitize workflows and connect the platforms that support their operations. The role combines business process modeling, low-code implementation, and integration architecture to translate process needs into practical designs. The architect works with clients and delivery teams to identify automation opportunities, align solutions with existing systems, and support secure connectivity and efficient data flow.

As a Senior Manager, the role leads substantial engagements and serves as a strategic advisor. It requires sound judgment to navigate ambiguity, address delivery obstacles, and recognize when to escalate. The architect explains decisions to senior client stakeholders, seeks feedback on outcomes, and offers alternative perspectives as priorities change. The role also coaches team members through complex decisions, fosters a diverse and inclusive team, and models professional standards while helping teams maintain operational discipline and adapt to client needs.

Requirements

• At least a Bachelor's degree.
• At least 7 years of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Preference for study in at least one of these fields: Accounting, Analytics/Data Science, Artificial Intelligence/Robotics, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Design/Multimedia, Engineering, Operations/Supply Chain, or Project/Technology Management.
• Experience architecting Appian BPM and low-code applications for complex business process automation programs.
• Ability to translate business process models into scalable platform designs and enterprise integrations.
• Experience leveraging AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform in cloud infrastructure architecture.
• Experience guiding technology implementations while coaching multidisciplinary teams through changing client needs.
• Experience applying process mining and business process re-engineering to shape client recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Lead Appian BPM solution architecture for client process digitization, translating business requirements into scalable platform designs and implementation plans.
• Design cloud infrastructure and enterprise integrations supporting secure data flow across Appian applications and services hosted on AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Map current workflows and identify automation opportunities using business process modeling, SAP Signavio, and Celonis process mining.
• Direct low-code application development and evaluate how Microsoft Power Platform or Pega capabilities fit within the Appian solution architecture.
• Integrate Appian workflows with enterprise systems and assess opportunities to use UiPath, Automation Anywhere, and AI-enabled tools for process automation.
• Guide network design, access protocols, firewall configurations, and troubleshooting to support platform connectivity and security across cloud environments.
• Manage complex technology implementations through Scrum delivery practices, using Jira and Jira Align to track dependencies, resolve issues, and coach technical teams.
• Advise clients on architecture decisions, validate outcomes against process goals, and use Power BI insights and service management practices to inform platform improvements.
• Coach team members through complex decisions and foster a diverse, inclusive team.

Benefits

• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility.
• Medical benefits.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k).
• Holiday pay.
• Vacation.
• Personal and family sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior