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Open Systems Technologies Corporation is looking for a Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist to join our high performing cyber team in support of a large SOC enterprise environment.

Responsibilities

Coordinates with Cyber Defense Analysts to manage and administer the updating of rules and signatures for specialized cyber defense applications. Perform system administration on specialized cyber defense applications and systems and Virtual Private Network (VPN) devices, to include installation, configuration, maintenance, backup, and restoration. Assist in identifying, prioritizing, and coordinating the protection of critical cyber defense infrastructure and key resources. Build, install, configure, and test dedicated cyber defense hardware. Assist in assessing the impact of implementing and sustaining a dedicated cyber defense infrastructure. Implement Risk Management Framework (RMF)/Security Assessment and Authorization (SA&A) requirements for dedicated cyber defense systems within the enterprise, and document and maintain records for them.

Required Skills:

• Clearance: Top Secret with the ability to sit for the CI Poly
• Requires BS or BA degree
• 8 year overall experience in the areas of Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support
• Experience with Linux based environment administration (R)
• Experience testing, implementing, deploying, maintaining, and administering infrastructure hardware and software for cybersecurity. (R)
• Experience developing, creating, modifying, and maintaining computer applications, software, or specialized utility programs for cybersecurity. (R)

Preferred Skills:

        Having the following tools experience and/or certifications:

• Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA)
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Associate
• Experience integrating third-party components, the introduction of new custom capabilities, modification of existing code, process improvement recommendation, and automation of operations and maintenance tasks (P)
• Experience with Splunk, Oracle/SQL based platforms, and python (P)

BENEFITS

Our company OST has been operating since 1996 and have various contracts with Government agencies. We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes 3 weeks paid time off, 2 weeks Holiday pay, medical/dental/vision coverage, STD, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D, and 401k with up to 4% match.

Dark Wolf Solutions is seeking a Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist to support enterprise cybersecurity operations. The ideal candidate will analyze and improve business operations, support infrastructure deployment and administration, and lead the development of technical solutions to mitigate risk and enhance mission performance. This position is located in Huntsville, AL or the Washington, DC Metro Area.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze business operations, requirements, and goals to implement process and policy improvements that enhance operational efficiency.
• Consult with leadership to ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and promote effective transformation initiatives.
• Identify root causes of business and technical challenges and translate them into actionable process or system improvements.
• Guide senior management on strategic and technical decisions for improving operational performance.
• Test, implement, deploy, maintain, and administer cybersecurity infrastructure, including hardware and software systems.
• Design, create, modify, and maintain software applications or utilities for cybersecurity operations.
• Administer and troubleshoot Linux-based systems and platforms in support of cybersecurity tasks.
• Automate operational and maintenance tasks and recommend process improvements.
• Integrate third-party tools and develop custom solutions to extend existing platform capabilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Must have an active TS; SCI Eligible or higher
• 10+ years' experience in Linux-based environments
• Hands-on experience maintaining and supporting cybersecurity infrastructure and applications
• Experience in developing and maintaining specialized utility programs and software for cyber defense
• Familiarity with compliance requirements and federal cybersecurity regulations

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in information security, Computer Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience with Splunk, Oracle/SQL platforms, and Python
• Experience integrating third-party components and automating cybersecurity operations
• Process improvement and automation experience
• RedHat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA)
• AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
• AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Associate

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled and other protected categories.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

**Responsibilities & Qualifications**
**TEAM SUMMARY**
The Data and Applications Team develops, operates, maintains, and enhances a suite of cybersecurity tools deployed across secure enclaves to support incident response, threat detection, and event monitoring. The team integrates data from centralized and local system sources, ensuring effective and timely responses to cybersecurity events. As a capability development provider, they create new applications, algorithms, and automation to optimize workflows and improve data analysis. Additionally, they collaborate to integrate security requirements into technical solutions and conduct ongoing research to incorporate emerging technologies, enhancing the organization's overall cybersecurity posture. Their work ensures that tools and infrastructure remain operational, resilient, and adaptable to evolving threats.
**ACTIVITIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**
+ Incident Response Support - Providing technical support for identifying, investigating, and mitigating cyber incidents.
+ Tool Development and Customization - Designing and refining tools to streamline threat detection and data analysis workflows.
+ Cybersecurity Tool Deployment and Maintenance - Ensuring tools are up-to-date, resilient, and aligned with current threat landscapes.
+ System Monitoring and Logging - Setting up and maintaining logging systems that support event correlation and threat hunting.
+ Security Engineering Collaboration - Working closely with security engineers to ensure technical solutions meet security requirements.
+ Research and Technology Evaluation- Staying current on emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies to enhance defense strategies.
+ Process Improvement - Identifying opportunities to automate, optimize, and improve operational workflows.
+ Technical Documentation - Creating and maintaining detailed documentation for system configurations, code, and procedures.
+ Analytical Thinking - Ability to dissect complex security incidents and identify root causes.
+ Collaboration and Communication - Working effectively across teams and communicating complex ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
+ Problem-Solving - Taking initiative to resolve infrastructure or tool-related issues quickly and efficiently.
+ Adaptability - Staying effective in dynamic and high-security environments, especially when threats evolve.
**SKILLS**
+ Linux System Administration - Managing, configuring, and securing Linux-based environments.
+ Cybersecurity Infrastructure Support - Deploying, testing, maintaining, and troubleshooting cybersecurity tools and hardware.
+ Scripting and Automation - Writing scripts (e.g., in Python or Bash) to automate system tasks and cybersecurity operations.
+ Software/Application Development - Creating or modifying applications and utilities to support cyber defense operations.
+ Database Management - Working with Oracle/SQL platforms for secure data integration and management.
+ Log Management and SIEM Tools - Utilizing Splunk for log analysis, monitoring, and threat detection.
+ Integration Engineering - Integrating third-party security tools and custom-built solutions within existing infrastructures.
+ Cloud Computing Basics - Applying knowledge of AWS platforms, especially for security-enhanced or hybrid environments.
**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
+ Bachelor's degree, preferably in an IT-related field
+ 10+ years of experience in IT with a minimum of 4 years in Cybersecurity
+ Active TS Clearance
+ Experience with Linux based environment administration
+ Experience testing, implementing, deploying, maintaining, and administering infrastructure hardware and software for cybersecurity
+ Experience developing, creating, modifying, and maintaining computer applications, software, or specialized utility programs for cybersecurity
**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES**
+ Experience integrating third-party components, the introduction of new custom capabilities, modification of existing code, process improvement recommendation, and automation of operations and maintenance tasks
+ Experience with Splunk, Oracle/SQL based platforms, and python
+ Related certifications, such as Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA), AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, and/or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer Associate
**Overview**
We are seeking an experienced **Cyber Defense Infrastructure Support Specialist/Data and Application Support** in support of a government customer to join our team. The Program Manager will be responsible for ensuring the successful execution of multiple IT initiatives, ensuring alignment with customer objectives, and managing project scope, schedule, budget, and risk. This role requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive efficiency and deliver results.
TekSynap is a fast-growing high-tech company that understands both the pace of technology today and the need to have a comprehensive well planned information management environment. "Technology moving at the speed of thought" embodies these principles - the need to nimbly utilize the best that information technology offers to meet the business needs of our Federal Government customers.
We offer our full-time employees a competitive benefits package to include health, dental, vision, 401K, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability plans, vacation time and holidays.
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**Additional Job Information**
**WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
+ Location: Huntsville Alabama
+ Remote or In-Person: On site
+ Type of environment: Office
+ Noise level: Medium
+ Work schedule: Schedule is day shift Monday - Friday.
+ Amount of Travel: Less than 10%
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
**WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE**
+ Active Top Secret Clearance Required
OTHER INFORMATION
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
TekSynap is a drug-free workplace. We reserve the right to conduct drug testing in accordance with federal, state, and local laws. All employees and candidates may be subject to drug screening if deemed necessary to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. TekSynap does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (referred to as "protected status"). This nondiscrimination policy extends to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment as well as the use of all company facilities, participation in all company-sponsored activities, and all employment actions such as promotions, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.
**Job Locations** _US-AL-Huntsville_
**ID** _2025-7904_
**Category** _Cybersecurity_
**Type** _Regular Full-Time_

Position Title: Account Executive - Energy Solutions

Location: Kentucky (Statewide)

Department: Sales

Reports To: Sales Manager / Director of Sales

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Account Executive to join our team, specializing in energy solutions for public sector buildings across Kentucky. This role is crucial in expanding our market presence and delivering innovative energy efficiency projects to state and local government entities, educational institutions, and other public sector organizations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Acquisition and Relationship Management: Identify and pursue new business opportunities within public sector buildings throughout Kentucky. Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, including government officials, facility managers, and procurement officers.
• Solution Selling: Present and sell our comprehensive range of energy solutions, including energy audits, retrofitting, renewable energy systems, and energy management services. Customize proposals to meet the specific needs and regulatory requirements of public sector clients.
• Project Management: Oversee the entire sales cycle from initial contact to project closure. Coordinate with internal teams, including engineering, finance, and operations, to ensure seamless delivery of solutions and adherence to project timelines.
• Market Analysis: Stay informed about industry trends, regulatory changes, and emerging technologies. Utilize this knowledge to provide clients with up-to-date recommendations and competitive solutions.
• Proposal Development: Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and detailed proposals. Negotiate contracts and pricing to secure agreements and meet revenue targets.
• Customer Service: Provide exceptional post-sales support to ensure client satisfaction and foster long-term partnerships. Address any issues or concerns promptly and effectively.
• Reporting and Documentation: Maintain accurate records of client interactions, sales activities, and project progress. Prepare regular reports for management on sales performance, market developments, and client feedback.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Environmental Science, or a related field. Advanced degree or certifications in energy management or sales is a plus.
• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of sales experience, preferably in energy solutions or related industries. Previous experience working with public sector clients is highly desirable.
• Skills:
  
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
  • Strong understanding of energy efficiency technologies and public sector procurement processes.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong organizational and project management abilities.
  • Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Attributes:
  
  • Self-motivated and goal-oriented with a strong drive for success.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • High level of integrity and professionalism.

Working Conditions:

• This position requires travel across Kentucky to meet with clients and attend industry events. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
• The role may involve occasional evening or weekend work to accommodate client schedules.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and commission structure.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Supportive work environment with a focus on innovation and teamwork.

As Scale's product portfolio and customer base expand, we are seeking skilled DevOps Engineers, Public Sector to be at the forefront of building out and enhancing our CI/CD pipelines. You will play a crucial role in streamlining our Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) through collaborative efforts, moving us from a state of manual, disparate deployments to a more unified and automated system.

These engineers will gain a deep understanding of our core products' architecture and composition, enabling them to effectively deploy and manage these systems when needed. A critical aspect of this role will be seamlessly integrating various machine learning (ML) tasks and updates into our SDLC, transforming currently separate ML components into a cohesive and automated workflow. While direct ML expertise is not required, a desire to learn and integrate ML components into the lifecycle is essential.

You will:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment of our lowside and highside products.
• Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to enhance existing application code for improved compatibility and streamlined integration within automated pipelines.
• Contribute to the overall architecture and design of our deployment systems, bringing new ideas to life for increased efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex deployment issues, ensuring minimal disruption to development cycles.
• Develop a deep understanding of our product and ML architectures to facilitate seamless integration and deployment.
• Document pipeline processes and configurations to ensure maintainability and knowledge transfer.
• Proactively incorporate security best practices into all stages of the CI/CD pipeline, building security into our development processes.
• Drive standardization and foster collaboration across different product teams to achieve a unified and efficient SDLC.

Ideally you'd have:

• 2-3 years of experience as a DevOps Engineer, DevSecOps Engineer, Software Engineer with a strong focus on CI/CD, or a similar role.
• Proven track record of building or significantly enhancing CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience configuring and adapting application code to integrate seamlessly with evolving CI/CD environments.
• Strong proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Familiarity with various CI/CD platforms (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Knowledge of software architecture, system design, and version control systems.
• Comfort with rapidly changing, fast-paced environments and a passion for finding automated solutions to complex problems.
• Basic understanding of security best practices in software development and an eagerness to integrate them.
• A hunger for learning new technologies, particularly in the realm of integrating ML into automated workflows.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Possession of an active Secret or TS/SCI clearance is beneficial, but not a requirement, for this Public Sector position.

Nice to haves:

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to machine learning lifecycles or MLOps concepts.
• Prior experience in classified environments.

Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend.

Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of San Francisco, New York, Seattle is: $156,000—$95,000 USD Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of Washington DC, Texas, Colorado is: 140,000—$1 6,000 USD

PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants.

About Us:

At Scale, we believe that the transition from traditional software to AI is one of the most important shifts of our time. Our mission is to make that happen faster across every industry, and our team is transforming how organizations build and deploy AI. Our products power the world's most advanced LLMs, generative models, and computer vision models. We are trusted by generative AI companies such as OpenAI, Meta, and Microsoft, government agencies like the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, and enterprises including GM and Accenture. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications.

We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information.

We comply with the United States Department of Labor's Pay Transparency provision .

PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.

As Scale's product portfolio and customer base expand, we are seeking skilled DevOps Engineers, Public Sector to be at the forefront of building out and enhancing our CI/CD pipelines. You will play a crucial role in streamlining our Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) through collaborative efforts, moving us from a state of manual, disparate deployments to a more unified and automated system.

These engineers will gain a deep understanding of our core products' architecture and composition, enabling them to effectively deploy and manage these systems when needed. A critical aspect of this role will be seamlessly integrating various machine learning (ML) tasks and updates into our SDLC, transforming currently separate ML components into a cohesive and automated workflow. While direct ML expertise is not required, a desire to learn and integrate ML components into the lifecycle is essential.

You will:

• Design, develop, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment of our lowside and highside products.
• Collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to enhance existing application code for improved compatibility and streamlined integration within automated pipelines.
• Contribute to the overall architecture and design of our deployment systems, bringing new ideas to life for increased efficiency and reliability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex deployment issues, ensuring minimal disruption to development cycles.
• Develop a deep understanding of our product and ML architectures to facilitate seamless integration and deployment.
• Document pipeline processes and configurations to ensure maintainability and knowledge transfer.
• Proactively incorporate security best practices into all stages of the CI/CD pipeline, building security into our development processes.
• Drive standardization and foster collaboration across different product teams to achieve a unified and efficient SDLC.

Ideally you'd have:

• 2-3 years of experience as a DevOps Engineer, DevSecOps Engineer, Software Engineer with a strong focus on CI/CD, or a similar role.
• Proven track record of building or significantly enhancing CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience configuring and adapting application code to integrate seamlessly with evolving CI/CD environments.
• Strong proficiency in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Familiarity with various CI/CD platforms (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Knowledge of software architecture, system design, and version control systems.
• Comfort with rapidly changing, fast-paced environments and a passion for finding automated solutions to complex problems.
• Basic understanding of security best practices in software development and an eagerness to integrate them.
• A hunger for learning new technologies, particularly in the realm of integrating ML into automated workflows.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Possession of an active Secret or TS/SCI clearance is beneficial, but not a requirement, for this Public Sector position.

Nice to haves:

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Exposure to machine learning lifecycles or MLOps concepts.
• Prior experience in classified environments.

Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend.

Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of San Francisco, New York, Seattle is: $156,000—$95,000 USD Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of Washington DC, Texas, Colorado is: 140,000—$1 6,000 USD

PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants.

About Us:

At Scale, we believe that the transition from traditional software to AI is one of the most important shifts of our time. Our mission is to make that happen faster across every industry, and our team is transforming how organizations build and deploy AI. Our products power the world's most advanced LLMs, generative models, and computer vision models. We are trusted by generative AI companies such as OpenAI, Meta, and Microsoft, government agencies like the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, and enterprises including GM and Accenture. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications.

We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information.

We comply with the United States Department of Labor's Pay Transparency provision .

PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.

Job DescriptionJob Description

Here at Appian, our core values of Respect, Work to Impact, Ambition, and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short, this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers, we go beyond completion in our work, we strive for excellence with intensity, and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian, you'll be part of a passionate team that's dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

Are you looking to combine your passion for technology with your penchant for strategic problem solving? Appian Customer success is obsessed with great customer outcomes. We deliver mission-critical business impact fast, and are directly responsible for partnering with our customers to bring their best ideas to life. Joining the Customer Success team will provide you with the support and growth you need to strengthen and evolve your skills within the consulting field.

We are seeking a Technical Consultant to join our Customer Success Public Sector team. In this role, you will be engaging with our customers post-sales to develop software solutions on the Appian platform. These applications help companies drive digital transformation and competitive differentiation. Your primary responsibility will be to work throughout the entire project life-cycle to define, design, develop and implement custom software solutions using Appian's low-code platform for our commercial clients. This includes working within an agile environment to understand our client's business processes and technical needs, launch new relational data models in production, and developing APIs to integrate with multiple systems. You will also collaborate with client's technical teams and business users as needed throughout the entire software and development life cycle and drive adoption by empowering clients to become self-sufficient with building process applications on their own.

This role is based at our HQ in McLean, VA. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 4 - 5 days per week to foster that culture, ensure we thrive through shared ideas and teamwork, and maximize opportunities to connect with the exceptional people across Appian. While working in-person with customers is our main priority, we also believe the office environment enables more opportunities to celebrate wins, collaborate effectively, and build strong relationships across teams.

To be successful in this role, you need:

• The ability to work with clients to define business processes and gather functional and technical system requirements
• Excellent communication skills, passion for technology and continuous learning, and affinity for asking "why" and solving the right problems
• History of success on cross-functional teams; experience building products using agile methodologies (pair programming, stand-ups, planning sessions, and sprints)
• Basic understanding of object oriented programming, experience working with relational databases and database design/data modeling, and SQL skills (writing queries, joins, views, etc)
• Knowledge of software testing practices (test-driven development, automated test suites within a continuous integration framework); integrations experience using APIs such as REST and SOAP, JDBC connections, and web services; familiarity with Amazon Web Services (AWS), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Analytics, Machine Learning, Google Cloud, Application Integration, Database, Developer Tools, Management & Governance, and Elastic Containers ()

Basic qualifications:

• US Citizenship - candidates being considered for a Public Sector roles must be a U.S.
• 1+ years of experience with hands-on software development or technical consulting
• B.S./B.A. in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics or related field/degree
• Willingness to travel; 10% or less annually to support customer engagement

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• Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
• Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
• 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. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design, automate, and optimize even the most complex processes, from start to finish. The world's most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows, unify data, and optimize operations—resulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information, visit appian.com. (Nasdaq: APPN)

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Scale AI is seeking highly skilled and motivated Software Engineers to join our dynamic Federal Engineering team. As a part of this team, you will play a critical role in delivering high-impact AI-powered mission solutions for government customers. Our scalable and high-performance platform forms the foundation for these solutions, and your expertise will be instrumental in designing and implementing systems that can handle billions of data points with exceptional performance.

You will:

• Design and implement scalable backend systems for Federal customers, leveraging Scale's modern and cloud-native AI infrastructure
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and execute the vision for backend solutions, ensuring they meet the unique needs of government agencies operating in secure environments
• Develop distributed systems, data-intensive applications, and machine learning infrastructure to enable real impact for mission owners
• Build robust and reliable backend systems that can serve as standalone products, empowering customers to accelerate their own AI ambitions
• Participate actively in customer engagements, working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver innovative solutions
• Contribute to the platform roadmap and product strategy for Scale AI's Federal business, playing a key role in shaping the future direction of our offerings
• This role will require an active TS/SCI security clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Ideally you'd have:

• Full Stack Development: Proficiency in both front-end and back-end development, including experience with modern web development frameworks, programming languages, and databases
• Cloud-Native Technologies: Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and experience in developing and deploying applications in a cloud-native environment. Understanding of containerization (e.g., Docker) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes) is a plus
• Data Engineering: Knowledge of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and experience in building data pipelines to integrate and process diverse data sources. Understanding of data modeling, data warehousing, and data governance principles
• Machine Learning Infrastructure: Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and experience in designing and implementing machine learning infrastructure. Understanding of model serving, monitoring, and deployment strategies is beneficial
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to understand complex challenges and devise effective solutions. Ability to think critically, identify root causes, and propose innovative approaches to overcome technical obstacles
• Collaboration and Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and customers. Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and foster a collaborative work environment
• Adaptability and Learning Agility: Willingness to embrace new technologies, learn new skills, and adapt to evolving project requirements. Ability to quickly grasp and apply new concepts and stay up-to-date with emerging trends in software engineering

Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend.

Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of San Francisco, New York, Seattle is: $184,000—$92,560 USD The base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of Washington DC, Texas, Colorado is: 165,600—$2 3,304 USD The base salary range for this full-time position in the location of Hawaii/St. Louis is: 138,000—$2 9,420 USD

PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants.

About Us:

At Scale, we believe that the transition from traditional software to AI is one of the most important shifts of our time. Our mission is to make that happen faster across every industry, and our team is transforming how organizations build and deploy AI. Our products power the world's most advanced LLMs, generative models, and computer vision models. We are trusted by generative AI companies such as OpenAI, Meta, and Microsoft, government agencies like the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, and enterprises including GM and Accenture. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications.

We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information.

We comply with the United States Department of Labor's Pay Transparency provision .

PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.

Scale AI is seeking highly skilled and motivated Software Engineers to join our dynamic Federal Engineering team. As a part of this team, you will play a critical role in delivering high-impact AI-powered mission solutions for government customers. Our scalable and high-performance platform forms the foundation for these solutions, and your expertise will be instrumental in designing and implementing systems that can handle billions of data points with exceptional performance.

You will:

• Design and implement scalable backend systems for Federal customers, leveraging Scale's modern and cloud-native AI infrastructure
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and execute the vision for backend solutions, ensuring they meet the unique needs of government agencies operating in secure environments
• Develop distributed systems, data-intensive applications, and machine learning infrastructure to enable real impact for mission owners
• Build robust and reliable backend systems that can serve as standalone products, empowering customers to accelerate their own AI ambitions
• Participate actively in customer engagements, working closely with stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver innovative solutions
• Contribute to the platform roadmap and product strategy for Scale AI's Federal business, playing a key role in shaping the future direction of our offerings
• This role will require an active TS/SCI security clearance or the ability to obtain a security clearance.

Ideally you'd have:

• Full Stack Development: Proficiency in both front-end and back-end development, including experience with modern web development frameworks, programming languages, and databases
• Cloud-Native Technologies: Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) and experience in developing and deploying applications in a cloud-native environment. Understanding of containerization (e.g., Docker) and container orchestration (e.g., Kubernetes) is a plus
• Data Engineering: Knowledge of ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes and experience in building data pipelines to integrate and process diverse data sources. Understanding of data modeling, data warehousing, and data governance principles
• Machine Learning Infrastructure: Familiarity with machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) and experience in designing and implementing machine learning infrastructure. Understanding of model serving, monitoring, and deployment strategies is beneficial
• Problem Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to understand complex challenges and devise effective solutions. Ability to think critically, identify root causes, and propose innovative approaches to overcome technical obstacles
• Collaboration and Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and customers. Ability to clearly articulate technical concepts to non-technical audiences and foster a collaborative work environment
• Adaptability and Learning Agility: Willingness to embrace new technologies, learn new skills, and adapt to evolving project requirements. Ability to quickly grasp and apply new concepts and stay up-to-date with emerging trends in software engineering

Compensation packages at Scale for eligible roles include base salary, equity, and benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position, determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, interview performance, and relevant education or training. Scale employees in eligible roles are also granted equity based compensation, subject to Board of Director approval. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process, and confirm whether the hired role will be eligible for equity grant. You'll also receive benefits including, but not limited to: Comprehensive health, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, a learning and development stipend, and generous PTO. Additionally, this role may be eligible for additional benefits such as a commuter stipend.

Please reference the job posting's subtitle for where this position will be located. For pay transparency purposes, the base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of San Francisco, New York, Seattle is: $184,000—$92,560 USD The base salary range for this full-time position in the locations of Washington DC, Texas, Colorado is: 165,600—$2 3,304 USD The base salary range for this full-time position in the location of Hawaii/St. Louis is: 138,000—$2 9,420 USD

PLEASE NOTE: Our policy requires a 90-day waiting period before reconsidering candidates for the same role. This allows us to ensure a fair and thorough evaluation of all applicants.

About Us:

At Scale, we believe that the transition from traditional software to AI is one of the most important shifts of our time. Our mission is to make that happen faster across every industry, and our team is transforming how organizations build and deploy AI. Our products power the world's most advanced LLMs, generative models, and computer vision models. We are trusted by generative AI companies such as OpenAI, Meta, and Microsoft, government agencies like the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force, and enterprises including GM and Accenture. We are expanding our team to accelerate the development of AI applications.

We believe that everyone should be able to bring their whole selves to work, which is why we are proud to be an inclusive and equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability status, gender identity or Veteran status.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruiting process due to a disability, please contact us at Please see the United States Department of Labor's Know Your Rights poster for additional information.

We comply with the United States Department of Labor's Pay Transparency provision .

PLEASE NOTE: We collect, retain and use personal data for our professional business purposes, including notifying you of job opportunities that may be of interest and sharing with our affiliates. We limit the personal data we collect to that which we believe is appropriate and necessary to manage applicants' needs, provide our services, and comply with applicable laws. Any information we collect in connection with your application will be treated in accordance with our internal policies and programs designed to protect personal data. Please see our privacy policy for additional information.