Appian Corporation
Senior Software Engineer
McLean, Virginia · Senior
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Sponsors, but it's cap-subject — you still face the weighted lottery (~61% per draw at Level IV). Good if you win; have a cap-exempt backup on your list.
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the lottery is wage-weighted — each level is one more entry
$2,462 more — $127,462 — moves this role to Level II and 2 lottery entries. That figure is inside the range the employer already advertised.
Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $127,462 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Software Developers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Software Developers (15-1252) · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality.
- We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results.
- Education: - B.S. in Computer Science, or a related field This role is based at our headquarters in McLean, Virginia.
Requirements
- You have expertise in Linux System fundamentals (including Threading, Context Switching, etc.) and Linux basics.
- You have experience with programming languages like Java, Python, and/or other Interpreted Languages (C or C++ considered).
- You are familiar with CI/CD experience, Test Automation, and tools such as Gitlab, Jenkins, Docker, and Kubernetes/Infrastructure.
- You have experience with Monitoring/Debugging tools, Observability, and Tracing, including specialized tools like Locust.
- You are prepared for Production Issue Debugging and Rapid Response Team scenarios.
- You hold a BS in Computer Science and/or equivalent years of experience writing code.
Compensation
- $125,000 - $250,000 USD
- The base salary range represents a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range at the time of posting.
Benefits
- Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future.
- Benefits vary by country-please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.
Company info
- Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are.
- When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
- Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best.
Equal opportunity
- equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent.
- If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at ReasonableAccommodations@appian.com.
- Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
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