Posted:
2/6/2026, 2:13:05 AM
Location(s):
McLean, Virginia, United States ⋅ Virginia, United States
Experience Level(s):
Entry Level/New Grad
Field(s):
Product
Workplace Type:
On-site
Pay:
$68/hr or $141,440 total comp
Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. 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. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
Here at Appian, we’re passionate about technology. We love making it, and we love using it. Joining Appian Engineering will provide you with the opportunity to learn in an environment that values cross-functional collaboration and is committed to personal and professional growth. We want to revolutionize the way people work, and in doing so, we develop the Appian platform to be simple so our customers can thrive.
As a Product Manager, you’ll be embedded as a product owner on a small team of engineers, interacting with key stakeholders, and owning the prioritized product development backlog to ensure your team delivers high-quality software with each and every iteration. Day to day you’ll share ideas and receive feedback on features through design sessions, mockups, UX reviews, and usability testing to ensure user success before a new release.
This role is based at our Headquarters in McLean, Virginia. 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 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian.
To be successful in this role, you need:
An understanding of what a roadmap for an enterprise software product looks like and ability to work with a team to guide the delivery
The ability to prioritize what we should build and when by collaborating with stakeholders on product vision and strategy
The ability to empathize with both stakeholders and end users to make the right compromises that can deliver value
Sharp negotiation skills, impressive organization, and superb writing abilities
Most importantly, a passion for software!
Basic qualifications:
Pursuing Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
Team oriented, collaborative approach to problem solving
Strong commitment to delivering quality work
Prior experience in a product management role, technical program management, or product-oriented technology role
Command over written and spoken English with excellent communication skills
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Benefits
Appian offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and financial future. Benefits may include health coverage, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free mental health support, life and disability insurance, an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a retirement/pension plan, wellness dollars, tuition reimbursement, family-forming benefits and more. Benefits vary by country—please ask your Talent Acquisition contact for details specific to the location you are applying to.
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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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. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at [email protected]. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Website: http://www.appian.com/
Headquarter Location: Mclean, Virginia, United States
Employee Count: 501-1000
Year Founded: 1999
IPO Status: Public
Last Funding Type: Venture - Series Unknown