Senior ServiceNow Developer

DRS IT Solutions; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 152,000; Part time

Job summary

DRS IT Solutions seeks a Senior ServiceNow Developer in Atlanta, GA to design, build, and support enterprise ServiceNow capabilities. The role collaborates with product owners, service managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions with platform governance in mind.

The candidate will mentor peers, ensure adherence to best practices, and work in a 3–6 month contract, local to Georgia, open to 1099 engagement. Local candidates strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• 5+ years hands-on ServiceNow development in enterprise/large-scale environments.
• 3+ years building and supporting custom apps using App Engine Studio.
• 3+ years working within Agile or sprint-based delivery models.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy ServiceNow applications and enhancements across environments.
• Partner with product owners and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Maintain and enhance existing applications with a focus on stability, performance, and upgrade compatibility.
• Review and approve development work to ensure adherence to platform standards and security requirements.

Skills

ServiceNow dev

GlideRecord

REST APIs

UI Builder

Configurable Workspace

Agile/Scrum

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS

Tools

App Engine Studio

Integration Hub

Flow Designer

Job description

Senior ServiceNow Developer @Atlanta, GA

**Must be local in GA state

**Must be open to 1099 contracts

Position Summary

The ServiceNow Developer Senior will serve as a senior technical contributor responsible for the design, development, and support of enterprise ServiceNow applications and platform capabilities. This role partners closely with product owners, service managers, and other technical teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions aligned with institutional priorities. The position requires deep platform expertise, sound architectural judgment, and the ability to mentor other developers while ensuring adherence to platform standards, governance, and best practices.

Local Candidates Strongly Preferred

Contract Duration: 3-6 months

Preferred Qualifications

Years of Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on ServiceNow development experience in enterprise or large-scale environments
• 3+ years building and supporting custom applications using App Engine Studio
• 3+ years working within Agile or sprint-based delivery models

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred

Preferred Certifications

• ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA)
• ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD)
• ITIL® 4 Foundation (or equivalent ITSM experience)

Preferred Skills

• Strong experience with server-side scripting, including Script Includes, Business Rules, and Scripted REST APIs
• Advanced proficiency with GlideRecord, query optimization, and transactional logic
• Experience with Flow Designer, including reusable actions, subflows, and orchestration patterns
• Solid understanding of ACL design, role hierarchy, and access evaluation order
• Experience designing and supporting Configurable Workspace and UI Builder-based experiences
• Familiarity with Platform Analytics, including indicators, breakdowns, and dashboards
• Experience with REST-based integrations and data exchange using JSON
• Strong documentation skills, including technical design notes and implementation guidance

Specialized Skills Required

• App Engine & Custom Application Development: Design and build upgrade-safe, maintainable applications using App Engine Studio, scoped applications, and platform APIs.
• Workspace & UI Configuration: Develop role-aware, task-focused user experiences using Configurable Workspace, UI Policies, Client Scripts, and UI Builder.
• Integration & Automation: Implement and support inbound and outbound integrations using Scripted REST APIs and Integration Hub patterns where applicable.
• Platform Governance & Standards: Apply platform guardrails, naming conventions, access controls, and architectural best practices to ensure long-term platform health.
• Agile Delivery & Collaboration: Participate actively in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and change review processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Mentorship & Technical Leadership: Provide guidance to mid-level developers and delegated developers, reviewing code and promoting consistent development standards.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy ServiceNow applications and enhancements across multiple environments
• Partner with product owners and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
• Maintain and enhance existing applications with a focus on stability, performance, and upgrade compatibility
• Review and approve development work to ensure adherence to platform standards and security requirements"