Manager, Software Development

Who you are

You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on leading teams — your experience includes mentoring engineers and fostering their professional growth. You understand the importance of accountability and high standards, ensuring that your team delivers quality results consistently.

With a deep knowledge of data structures and algorithms, you are well-versed in solving complex operational problems — your expertise in distributed systems allows you to optimize resource utilization effectively. You thrive in environments where you can apply your technical skills to drive innovation and improve organizational processes.

You are passionate about building a collaborative culture — you enjoy working closely with product and support teams to ensure that the solutions your team develops meet user needs and business objectives. Your leadership style is centered around servant leadership, where you prioritize the success of your team.

Desirable

Experience with cloud-native architectures and technologies is a plus — you are familiar with the challenges and opportunities that come with building scalable systems in the cloud. Your ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders sets you apart.

What you'll do

As an Engineering Manager at Appian, you will lead a team of engineers, providing them with the guidance and support they need to succeed — you will conduct regular 1-on-1s to discuss their progress and career aspirations. Your role involves applying software engineering solutions to operational challenges, ensuring that your team is equipped to deliver high-quality features.

You will be responsible for driving the development of Cloud Native features, collaborating closely with product and support teams to align on goals and deliverables. Your technical leadership will be crucial in building a high-availability, distributed persistence technology that autonomously scales based on usage patterns.

In this role, you will tackle complex problems related to optimal resource utilization for both self-managed and cloud-native SaaS installations — your analytical skills will help you identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions. You will also play a key role in shaping the engineering culture at Appian, promoting best practices and continuous learning within your team.

What we offer

At Appian, you will be part of a vibrant team that values intensity and excellence — we believe in setting high standards and achieving them together. You will have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that make a real impact in the software industry. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.

We offer a supportive environment where you can grow your career while contributing to meaningful work — your efforts will directly influence the success of our products and the satisfaction of our customers. Join us in building great software and a culture of passion and innovation.