Senior Program Manager - Enterprise Programs

About Appian

At Appian, we help organizations build apps and workflows rapidly, with a low-code automation platform that combines people, technologies, and data in a single workflow. We are passionate about enabling our employees and customers to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing world.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our Enterprise Programs team. In this role, you will lead cross-functional, strategic programs that drive operational excellence, accelerate growth, and strengthen Appian’s enterprise capabilities. As a senior member of the team, you will act as a force multiplier - creating clarity, driving alignment, and ensuring execution at scale across Appian’s most critical initiatives.

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.

What You’ll Do

• Program Leadership: Own the end-to-end strategy, planning, and execution of complex enterprise-wide programs spanning multiple business functions.
• Strategic Alignment: Partner with executives, functional leaders, and program sponsors to define success criteria, establish roadmaps, and drive decision-making.
• Execution Excellence: Build and maintain governance frameworks, operating rhythms, and KPIs to ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.
• Change Management: Lead organizational change associated with enterprise programs, ensuring stakeholders are engaged, informed, and aligned.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Facilitate communication and alignment across Product, Engineering, Sales, Finance, IT, and other business units.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Provide guidance to program managers within the team, elevating program management standards and practices across the organization.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in program management, strategy, or operations within a technology or enterprise software company.
• Proven track record leading large-scale, cross-functional programs with executive visibility and measurable business outcomes.
• Strong ability to influence without authority and drive alignment across diverse stakeholders.
• Expertise in program management methodologies, governance models, and tools.
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, with the ability to distill complexity into clarity for executive audiences.
• Strong business acumen and comfort navigating ambiguity in a high-growth, global enterprise environment.
• Experience mentoring or leading other program managers is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in enterprise SaaS, cloud, or low-code platform companies.
• Background in management consulting, business operations, or enterprise transformation programs.
• Familiarity with change management frameworks (e.g., Prosci ADKAR).
• PMP, PgMP, or other relevant certifications.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to drive impact on the most strategic programs at Appian.
• A collaborative, innovative environment where your voice matters.
• Competitive compensation, equity, and benefits.
• Growth opportunities within a high-performing Enterprise Programs team.