Business Process Analyst – Appian

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Alabama, +17 more states.

📋 Description

• Assess business requirements and map out business processes.

• Convert requirements into functional specifications to guide the development team.

• Facilitate user interaction with PeopleSoft data and workflows through Appian interfaces.

• Organize requirements-gathering sessions with business stakeholders and subject matter experts.

• Analyze and document business processes in accordance with BPMN standards.

• Identify inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities for automation using Appian.

• Transform business requirements into functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

• Collaborate with Appian Architects and Developers to create workflows, data models, and user interfaces.

• Aid in Agile delivery through backlog refinement, sprint planning, and clarifying requirements.

• Help develop test cases and scenarios; assist in system testing and user acceptance testing (UAT).

• Ensure that delivered solutions align with business expectations and organizational standards.

• Analyze and verify that business processes and integration points are consistent with PeopleSoft Modules and Appian workflows.

• Conduct workshops and working sessions to achieve clarity and consensus on functional and technical requirements.

• Generate process maps, user stories, functional specifications, and technical documentation in governed repositories.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 5 years of hands-on experience with Appian versions 24.x or later.

• U.S. Citizenship is required.

• Must possess a minimum of a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level Security Clearance or be eligible to obtain and maintain one.

• Strong knowledge of business process modeling (BPMN) and process improvement methodologies.

• Experience with Appian or other BPM/low-code platform projects.

• Capability to produce clear and detailed requirements documents, user stories, and acceptance criteria.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities.

• Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Appian Certified Analyst is highly preferred.

• Familiarity with Appian features such as process models, interfaces, records, data types, etc.

• Experience in data modeling and workflow design.

• Appian Analyst, Designer, or Practitioner certification is a plus.

• Proficient with JIRA, Azure DevOps, or similar tools for backlog management.

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering secure, high-quality solutions.

• Willingness to travel up to 10%.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Mentorship opportunities for every employee.

• Educational paths for personal and professional development within the organization.