Senior Software Engineer (Santa Clara)

It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today ServiceNow stands as a global market leader, bringing innovative AI-enhanced technology to over 8,100 customers, including 85% of the Fortune 500. Our intelligent cloud-based platform seamlessly connects people, systems, and processes to empower organizations to find smarter, faster, and better ways to work. But this is just the beginning of our journey. Join us as we pursue our purpose to make the world work better for everyone.

What you get to do in this role:

1. Build high-quality, clean, scalable, and reusable code by enforcing best practices around software engineering architecture and processes (Code Reviews, Unit testing, etc.)
2. Work with product owners to understand detailed requirements and own your code from design, implementation, test automation, and delivery of high-quality products to our users.
3. Implement software that is simple to use, allowing customers to extend and customize the functionality to meet their specific needs.
4. Contribute to the design and implementation of new products and features while also enhancing the existing product suite.
5. Be a mentor for colleagues and help promote knowledge-sharing.

To be successful in this role you have:

1. Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI's potential impact on the function or industry.
2. 4+ years of experience with Java or a similar OO language.
3. Passion for JavaScript and the Web as a platform, reusability, and componentization.
4. Experience with data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, design patterns, and performance/scale considerations.
5. Experience with any of the modern UI frameworks like Angular, React, or Vue.
6. Strong analytical and design skills.

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Compensation and Benefits:

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $140,700 - $239,200, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation, and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. The base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan, and family leave programs. Compensation is based on geographic location and is subject to change.

Work Personas

We approach our distributed work environment with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in-office) are categories assigned based on the nature of work and location. Learn more here: .

Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with legal requirements.

Accommodations

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected] .

Export Control Regulations

For positions requiring access to controlled technology, ServiceNow may need export control approval. Employment is contingent upon obtaining any necessary export licenses or approvals.

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