Senior Software Engineer

ServiceNow; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 143,200 - 243,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) Plan with company match

Flexible time away plan

Family leave programs

Job summary

The ITOM Cloud Services team at ServiceNow is seeking a software engineer to enhance scalability and performance of cloud services. This role emphasizes developing clean, maintainable code and managing Kubernetes-based applications.

Candidates must have over 3 years' experience in Golang or Java and familiarity with AI tools. The position is located in California with a competitive salary range of $143,200 - $243,400, plus benefits like health plans, a 401(k) match, and flexible leave programs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Golang or Java.
• Experience with Kubernetes, Kafka, Flink, data processing systems.
• Analytical and design skills required.

Responsibilities

• Build scalable, high-quality code enforcing best practices.
• Design, build, and manage highly available Kubernetes services.
• Collaborate with product owners for design and delivery.

Skills

Golang

Java

Kubernetes

Kafka

Flink

Data processing systems

Observability stack

AI integration

Tools

IDE

Debugger

Build tools

Source control

ServiceNow instances

Profilers

Unix tools

Job description

The ITOM Cloud Services team at ServiceNow builds scalable, multi-tenant services on Kubernetes to help IT teams discover and manage their infrastructure and provide a seamless digital end-user experience. Our services has a strong emphasis on high-scale and high-performance engineering. We operate under a DevOps model and team is spread in US & India. In addition to core infrastructure services, the team contributes to agentic AI initiatives and uses tools like ClaudeCode, Devin to accelerate development.

This position requires passing a ServiceNow background screening, USFedPASS (US Federal Personnel Authorization Screening Standards). This includes a credit check, criminal/misdemeanor check and taking a drug test. Any employment is contingent upon passing the screening. Due to Federal requirements, only US citizens, US naturalized citizens or US Permanent Residents, holding a green card, will be considered.

Role can be in Santa Clara or San Diego, CA

What you get to do in this role:

• Build high-quality, clean, and scalable code by enforcing best practices in software engineering architecture and processes, including code reviews and unit testing.
• Design, build, deploy, and manage highly available and performant services using Kubernetes, microservices multi tenant architecture
• Collaborate with product owners to understand requirements and own your code from design through implementation, testing, and delivery.
• Develop software that is extensible and customizable to meet diverse customer needs.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of new products and features, while enhancing existing services. Mentor other engineers and help foster a strong, customer-focused culture.

To be successful in this role you have:

• 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.
• 3 plus+ years of experience with Golang or Java. Experience with Kubernetes, Kafka, Flink, data processing systems, and Observability stack is preferred.
• Experience with data structures,algorithms, object-oriented design,design patterns, andperformance/scale considerations
• Analytical and design skills
• Working knowledge and ability to use tools to assist with daily tasks (IDE, debugger, build tools, source control, ServiceNow instances, profilers, system administration/Unix tools)

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $143,200 - $243,400, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including 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 the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Work Personas

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Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.

Accommodations

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