Appian Corporation

Senior Product Manager, Platform Engineering

McLean, Virginia · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$125k-$250kDetected 8 days ago

AzureKubernetesPlatform EngineeringProduct ManagementProduct StrategyRecruitingCustomer SuccessCommunicationCollaborationMentoring

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.
This role emphasizes a connection to the customer.

Partner closely with Engineering to define requirements, refine backlog priorities, and guide implementation.
Collaborate with architects and engineers to design scalable, cloud-native platform capabilities.
Own the product lifecycle from ideation through documentation, launch, and ongoing enhancements.
Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to support go-to-market initiatives and product positioning.

5+ years of experience in Product Management or Software Engineering within an enterprise software organization.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
Experience managing products supporting both SaaS and customer-managed deployments.
Strong understanding of cloud-native technologies and Kubernetes.
Experience working with containerized applications throughout the deployment and operational lifecycle.
Knowledge of enterprise infrastructure concepts including scalability, availability, resiliency, and security.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for both technical and executive audiences.

Experience with Kubernetes platforms such as Amazon EKS, Azure AKS, Google GKE, Red Hat OpenShift, Rancher, or VMware Kubernetes Service.
Familiarity with software deployments in denied, degraded, intermittent, and limited (DDIL) environments.
Understanding of enterprise data sovereignty and regulatory requirements, including frameworks such as DORA.
Tools and Resources
Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training.
Community: We'll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one.
Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups.

This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.

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.

Build strong relationships with enterprise customers to understand complex deployment challenges and influence future product direction.

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Appian is an equal opportunity employer that strives to attract and retain the best talent.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Appian provides reasonable accommodations to applicants in accordance with all applicable laws.

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