
Valtech · Edinburgh
Senior Appian Development Consultant Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognised brands. To our pe...
Senior Appian Development Consultant
Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognised brands. To our people we
offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience.
The opportunity
At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether
you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer
experiences, your work will help transform industries.
You'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams of strategists, architects, engineers, analysts, designers and consultants, helping
enterprise organisations modernise business operations through low-code technology, workflow automation and intelligent digital
solutions.
Our capability spans the full transformation lifecycle; from discovery and solution design through to implementation, optimisation
and continuous improvement. We work across sectors including financial services, retail, healthcare, automotive, media and the
public sector, delivering enterprise platforms that simplify complex business processes and create measurable business value.
As a Senior Appian Consultant, you'll play a key role in designing and delivering scalable Appian solutions that improve
operational efficiency, automate manual processes and enable organisations to respond faster to changing business needs.
This is a hands-on consulting role requiring strong technical expertise, client engagement skills and the ability to translate
business requirements into robust enterprise applications.
You are a hands-on Appian specialist who enjoys solving complex business challenges through modern low-code technology. You
combine strong technical capability with a consulting mindset and enjoy working closely with clients to understand problems before
designing scalable solutions.
You will lead the design, configuration and development of enterprise Appian applications, ensuring solutions are secure,
maintainable and aligned to Appian best practices. You'll contribute throughout the delivery lifecycle, from technical design and
sprint planning through to testing, deployment and production support.
Working collaboratively with architects, product managers, business analysts and engineering teams, you'll help shape technical
solutions that balance business requirements with implementation practicality.
You'll be comfortable leading technical discussions with clients, providing guidance on solution design, integration approaches
and delivery best practice while mentoring junior developers and helping elevate engineering quality across delivery teams.
You'll actively contribute to Agile delivery ceremonies, supporting backlog refinement, estimation, sprint demonstrations and
continuous improvement initiatives. You will also play an important role in maintaining delivery quality through technical
reviews, unit testing, deployment management and performance optimisation.
As technology continues to evolve, you'll remain curious and committed to continuous learning; embracing new Appian capabilities
and identifying opportunities to improve delivery through automation, reusable components and emerging AI capabilities.
Sites, Reports and CDTs, with the ability to manage a single application through its full lifecycle.
relationships and adapting to the client's tools, processes and team culture.
SOAP-based integration patterns, exercising sound judgement on when to use built-in objects, expressions, rules and plug-ins
versus custom development.
process monitoring tab to maintain production stability within an application.
production issues within a single application or workstream.
acceptance criteria.
Commitment to reaching all kinds of people
We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about
building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background,
you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all.
About Valtech
Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts,
categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world.
At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organisations, including L’Oréal,
Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more.
At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a
workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate.
Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.
Lead Appian Development Consultant Why Valtech? We’re the experience innovation company - a trusted partner to the world’s most recognised brands. To our people we offer growth opportunities, a values-driven culture, international careers and the chance to shape the future of experience. The opportunity At Valtech, you’ll find an environment designed for continuous learning, meaningful impact, and professional growth. Whether you're pioneering new digital solutions, challenging conventional thinking or building the next generation of customer experiences, your work will help transform industries. The Role: As Lead Appian Consultant, you'll work alongside multidisciplinary teams of strategists, architects, engineers, analysts, designers and consultants, helping enterprise organisations modernise business operations through low-code technology, workflow automation and intelligent digital platforms. Our capability spans strategy, architecture, implementation and optimisation, helping clients transform complex operational processes into scalable digital solutions. We work across sectors including financial services, retail, healthcare, automotive, media and the public sector, delivering enterprise platforms that create measurable business outcomes. You'll provide technical and development leadership across complex transformation programmes. You'll shape solution architecture, guide delivery teams, mentor consultants and work directly with senior client stakeholders to define and implement enterprise Appian solutions. This is both a hands-on and strategic role, that combines Appian expertise with consulting, technical architecture and delivery leadership. Role Responsibilities: You are an experienced Appian leader who enjoys solving complex business challenges through enterprise automation and low-code technology. You bring strong technical credibility, leadership capability and a consulting mindset, enabling you to guide both clients and delivery teams through complex transformation programmes. You lead the design and architecture of enterprise Appian solutions, ensuring they are scalable, secure, maintainable and aligned with Appian best practices. While remaining hands-on where needed, you provide technical direction across delivery teams and support solution governance throughout the project lifecycle. You collaborate closely with architects, business analysts, product managers and engineering teams to design solutions that balance business objectives with technical excellence. You confidently facilitate technical discussions, challenge assumptions and help clients make informed technology decisions. You lead Agile delivery teams, supporting sprint planning, technical estimation, solution reviews, demonstrations and continuous improvement. You coach and mentor consultants, helping develop capability while fostering a collaborative, high-performing engineering culture. You take ownership of application quality, performance and operational resilience; overseeing deployments, Appian Health Checks, application optimisation and production support activities. Beyond project delivery, you contribute to the growth of Valtech's Appian practice through pre-sales support, technical proposals, reusable accelerators, capability development, thought leadership and participation within the wider Appian community. As technology evolves, you remain committed to continuous learning, exploring emerging Appian capabilities, AI-powered automation and modern engineering practices that help clients innovate faster. Must have Qualifications: * Proven experience leading enterprise-scale Appian delivery programmes within complex consulting environments. * Clear experience architecting Appian applications across Records, Record Types, Relationships, SAIL, Process Models, Sites, Reports and CDTs, with the ability to plan application structure for reuse and scale across multiple applications. * Strong understanding of relational databases, SQL, data modelling, stored procedures, triggers and views, with the judgement to decide when logic belongs in the database layer versus the application layer. * Experience designing enterprise integration architectures spanning multiple systems and Connected Systems, including evaluating build-vs-buy decisions for custom plug-ins and setting integration standards for delivery teams to follow. * Experience planning for scalability across data growth, user load and application extension over time, including proactive monitoring, application performance tuning, and CI/CD pipeline management across environments. * Skilled at establishing effective ways of working across blended teams (e.g. client staff, third-party vendors and other consultancies), setting collaboration norms, resolving friction between parties, and representing Valtech's delivery approach credibly to external stakeholders. * Strong understanding of Appian security implementation across data, interface and user levels, applied consistently across a multi-application landscape, and ownership of platform governance and design standards for other developers to follow. * Experience owning deployment workflows and CI/CD strategy across a programme, including environment strategy and release governance spanning multiple applications and teams. * Experience leading Agile Scrum delivery teams, including Sprint 0 activities, backlog refinement, estimation, sprint demonstrations and technical leadership. * Excellent stakeholder management skills with experience working directly with Product Owners, Architects, Engineering Leaders and senior client stakeholders. * Proven experience mentoring developers and leading high-performing technical teams. * Experience contributing to pre-sales, solution design, proposals or technical bid responses. * A passion for continuous learning, innovation and advancing Appian best practice across delivery teams. Commitment to reaching all kinds of people We design experiences that work for all kinds of people - and that starts with our own teams. At Valtech, we’re intentional about building an inclusive culture where everyone feels supported to grow, thrive and achieve their goals. No matter your background, you belong here. Explore our Diversity & Inclusion site to see how we’re creating a more equitable Valtech for all. About Valtech Valtech is the experience innovation company that exists to unlock a better way to experience the world. By blending crafts, categories, and cultures, we help brands unlock new value in an increasingly digital world. At the intersection of data, AI, creativity, and technology, we drive transformation for leading organizations, including L’Oréal, Mars, Audi, P&G, Volkswagen Dolby, and more. At Valtech, we don’t just talk about transformation. We make it happen. Our people are the heart of our success, and we foster a workplace where everyone has the support to thrive, grow and innovate. Are you ready to create what’s next? Join us.
Working at CreateFuture CreateFuture is an AI-native consulting partner where people do work that matters and are supported to do it well. We work alongside organisations such as PayPal, adidas, NatWest, FanDuel and Money Saving Expert, building digital products and services that make a difference while always putting people first. We’re a team of creators. We write code, shape delivery, build go-to-market strategies, develop AI solutions and create the practices that support our people. We work side by side with our clients, challenging what’s not working and helping them to build the future. Our commitment to craft, quality, and culture has helped us scale to over 600 people in just a few years. Our UK Benefits * 35 days leave (including bank holidays). * Private medical insurance. * Enhanced parental and adoption leave. * Financial coaching + 5% pension match. * 40 hours of paid learning and development. View our full list of UK benefits. CreateFuture is a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company and has won Best Workplaces UK multiple years in a row. Join us on our journey. Let’s create tomorrow, together, today. ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM: You will form part of a cross-functional agile team, working closely with 3-5 other engineers, led by a Tech Lead, and working closely with QA, Product and Design to deliver high-quality work for clients across a number of industries. We strive to create the best product possible with everyone's effort, and you'll be an integral part of that mission. Your role in the team is highly valued, and you'll be a key player in ensuring the success of our projects. We define our Lead role as someone who is able to confidently champion technical improvements, sets the bar high for best engineering practices and takes responsibility for the overall success of the project for the client and CreateFuture. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: * Full-Stack Development: Design, develop, and test both frontend and backend components using a combination of React, Azure, Node.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Java. * Backend Development: Building robust and efficient backend systems using Java, RESTful APIs, and database technologies. * Frontend Development: You'll also bring front-end development experience with excellent knowledge of JavaScript and modern Single Page App frameworks (React, Vue.js, Angular, Svelte etc.) * Technical Leadership: Mentor junior engineers, share knowledge and promote software engineering best practices at all times. You will also lead the technical direction on your client project and ensure that your solutions are well understood and implemented. * Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve complex technical challenges. * Collaboration: Work closely with the full project team (including BAs, QAs and members of the client team) to provide the best solutions to our clients * Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends. WE'D LOVE TO TALK IF YOU HAVE: * Commercial experience with one or more technical stacks: React, Node.js, Azure, Javascipt, Typescript (Backend/Frontend), Automation, or Mobile (native and/or cross-platform) * Skilled at using modern cloud infrastructure, experienced when it comes to deploying and hosting applications on AWS, Azure or Google Cloud. * You actively facilitate and encourage knowledge sharing within your client team, as well as the wider Engineering department. * You advocate for best engineering practices such as: code reviews, paired programming and automated tests. Nice to have * You are familiar with the concept of DevOps and CI-CD * Experience of using tools and applications such as: K8s, Docker, Terraform, Splunk, Chef, Puppet or Grafana WHAT WE’LL OFFER YOU: We trust people to do their best work. That means flexibility over rigid rules, impact over activity, and real investment in your growth both professionally and personally. You’ll be part of a supportive, and friendly culture, surrounded by smart, curious people who care deeply about what they do. We offer flexible working, including hybrid and remote options. Our office hubs are located in Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, London and Bulgaria, with occasional travel to client sites or CreateFuture offices when needed. We trust you to manage your time balancing collaboration with client time and focused work. What matters is the impact you have, not how busy you look. OUR HIRING PROCESS We try to keep our hiring process clear, fair and respectful of your time. We aim to get back to everyone who applies and we will be upfront about where you are in the process. It usually looks like this: * Call with our Talent Acquisition Team * Role specific capability interview Depending on the role, we might also ask you to do a short presentation, a practical or technical task or have a values focused conversation. We will explain what is involved before anything happens. INCLUSION AT CREATEFUTURE We believe diverse teams build better workplaces and better products. We want CreateFuture to be a place where people feel able to be themselves and do their best work. If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, just. We will do what we can to help. We look forward to your application!
Working at CreateFuture CreateFuture is an AI-native consulting partner where people do work that matters and are supported to do it well. We work alongside organisations such as PayPal, adidas, NatWest, FanDuel and Money Saving Expert, building digital products and services that make a difference while always putting people first. We’re a team of creators. We write code, shape delivery, build go-to-market strategies, develop AI solutions and create the practices that support our people. We work side by side with our clients, challenging what’s not working and helping them to build the future. Our commitment to craft, quality, and culture has helped us scale to over 600 people in just a few years. Our UK Benefits * 35 days leave (including bank holidays). * Private medical insurance. * Enhanced parental and adoption leave. * Financial coaching + 5% pension match. * 40 hours of paid learning and development. View our full list of UK benefits. CreateFuture is a Great Place to Work-Certified™ company and has won Best Workplaces UK multiple years in a row. Join us on our journey. Let’s create tomorrow, together, today. ABOUT THE ROLE AND TEAM: You will form part of a cross-functional agile team, working closely with 3-5 other engineers, led by a Tech Lead, and working closely with QA, Product and Design to deliver high-quality work for clients across a number of industries. We strive to create the best product possible with everyone's effort, and you'll be an integral part of that mission. Your role in the team is highly valued, and you'll be a key player in ensuring the success of our projects. We define our Lead role as someone who is able to confidently champion technical improvements, sets the bar high for best engineering practices and takes responsibility for the overall success of the project for the client and CreateFuture. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: * Full-Stack Development: Design, develop, and test both frontend and backend components using a combination of React, Azure, Node.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, and Java. * Backend Development: Building robust and efficient backend systems using Java, RESTful APIs, and database technologies. * Frontend Development: You'll also bring front-end development experience with excellent knowledge of JavaScript and modern Single Page App frameworks (React, Vue.js, Angular, Svelte etc.) * Technical Leadership: Mentor junior engineers, share knowledge and promote software engineering best practices at all times. You will also lead the technical direction on your client project and ensure that your solutions are well understood and implemented. * Problem-Solving: Identify and resolve complex technical challenges. * Collaboration: Work closely with the full project team (including BAs, QAs and members of the client team) to provide the best solutions to our clients * Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends. WE'D LOVE TO TALK IF YOU HAVE: * AI-native development practice experience (Claude Code, Codex, Spec Driven Development etc) * Commercial experience with one or more technical stacks: React, Node.js, Azure, Javascipt, Typescript (Backend/Frontend), Automation, or Mobile (native and/or cross-platform) * Skilled at using modern cloud infrastructure, experienced when it comes to deploying and hosting applications on AWS, Azure or Google Cloud. * You actively facilitate and encourage knowledge sharing within your client team, as well as the wider Engineering department. * You advocate for best engineering practices such as: code reviews, paired programming and automated tests. Nice to have * You are familiar with the concept of DevOps and CI-CD * Experience of using tools and applications such as: K8s, Docker, Terraform, Splunk, Chef, Puppet or Grafana This role is Hybrid and will require 2 days per week in Edinburgh or Glasgow WHAT WE’LL OFFER YOU: We trust people to do their best work. That means flexibility over rigid rules, impact over activity, and real investment in your growth both professionally and personally. You’ll be part of a supportive, and friendly culture, surrounded by smart, curious people who care deeply about what they do. We offer flexible working, including hybrid and remote options. Our office hubs are located in Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, London and Bulgaria, with occasional travel to client sites or CreateFuture offices when needed. We trust you to manage your time balancing collaboration with client time and focused work. What matters is the impact you have, not how busy you look. OUR HIRING PROCESS We try to keep our hiring process clear, fair and respectful of your time. We aim to get back to everyone who applies and we will be upfront about where you are in the process. It usually looks like this: * Call with our Talent Acquisition Team * Role specific capability interview Depending on the role, we might also ask you to do a short presentation, a practical or technical task or have a values focused conversation. We will explain what is involved before anything happens. INCLUSION AT CREATEFUTURE We believe diverse teams build better workplaces and better products. We want CreateFuture to be a place where people feel able to be themselves and do their best work. If you need any adjustments or support during the application process, just. We will do what we can to help. We look forward to your application!