About the roleAs an Appian Principal Architect, you will make an impact by leading the design and delivery of enterprise-scale Appian solutions that drive process automation, operational efficiency, and intelligent decision-making. You will be a valued member of the Digital Process Automation team and work collaboratively with business stakeholders, product owners, architects, and delivery teams across Finance & Accounting functions.In this role, you will:- Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of complex Appian solutions aligned to business objectives- Drive automation initiatives using Appian RPA to reduce manual effort and improve productivity- Apply Appian AI capabilities to build intelligent, data-driven applications- Partner with business and technical stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical designs- Mentor and guide development teams while ensuring solution quality, performance, and reliabilityWhat you need to have to be considered- Extensive hands-on experience in Appian solution design and development- Strong expertise in Appian RPA for enterprise process automation- Proven experience implementing Appian AI and intelligent automation solutions- Solid understanding of solution architecture, integration patterns, and scalability- Appian Certified Lead Developer and Appian Certified RPA DeveloperThese will help you stand out- Experience delivering solutions in the Finance & Accounting domain- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills- Experience leading architecture reviews and governance forums- Passion for mentoring junior team members and building high-performing teams- Continuous learning mindset with awareness of emerging Appian capabilitiesWork model: customer based in Reston, VAWe're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Salary and Other Compensation:This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans.Benefits:Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off- 401(k) plan and contributions- Long-term and Short-term Disability- Employee Stock Purchase PlanDisclaimer:The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. CogWW901