ServiceNow Developer

Saic; Colorado Springs (CO); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a senior ServiceNow Software Developer focused on ITSM with expansion into ITOM/ITAM. Hybrid role; on-site Colorado Springs 3–4 days a week; U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance required.

You will design, develop, and implement ServiceNow solutions, mentor junior developers, and drive architecture decisions across ITSM implementations while preparing for ITOM/ITAM expansion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with extensive IT experience; Master's preferred.
• 7+ years in ServiceNow development and configuration, ITSM focus.
• CSA or CAD certification required; U.S. citizenship and Secret clearance.
• Strong scripting (JavaScript, GlideScript, PowerShell) and ITIL expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop and configure ServiceNow ITSM modules (Incident, Problem, Change, Request Management).
• Lead design and architecture of complex ITSM solutions and establish standards.
• Mentor junior/mid-level developers and guide technical discussions with stakeholders.
• Collaborate with business analysts/project managers to define system requirements.

Skills

JavaScript

GlideScript

PowerShell

ITIL knowledge

Mentoring

Communication

REST/SOAP integrations

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

ServiceNow

App Engine Studio

CMDB-related tools

Job description

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated senior-level ServiceNow Software Developer with a focus on IT Service Management (ITSM) with expanding responsibilities into ITOM and ITAM. As part of our talented team, you will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of ServiceNow solutions that streamline and enhance our clients' service delivery, incident resolution, and overall IT service operations. You will serve as a technical leader, mentoring junior developers and driving architectural decisions across ITSM implementations while preparing for ITOM/ITAM expansion. This is a hybrid role but candidates will have to go onsite to our Colorado springs office 3-4 days per week. Candidates must reside in Colorado Springs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and configure ServiceNow applications using ITSM modules (Incident, Problem, Change, Request Management), ensuring alignment with clients' strategic goals and requirements.
• Lead the design and architecture of complex ITSM solutions, establishing development standards and best practices across the team.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior and mid-level developers on ITSM implementations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including business analysts and project managers, to gather and define system requirements and design solutions.
• Architect and optimize ITSM processes including advanced SLA management, assignment rules, escalation procedures, and notification workflows.
• Perform data analysis, integrations, and migration activities to ensure accurate and seamless data flow within ServiceNow.
• Understand the uses and abilities of App Engine Studio (AES) within ServiceNow.
• Customize and enhance ServiceNow's ITSM features, workflows, and functionalities to meet the unique needs of our clients.
• Design and implement enterprise-level knowledge management solutions to support incident resolution and self-service.
• Thorough understanding and strong ability to create catalog items and customize workflows.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive reporting and dashboards to provide executive visibility into ITSM performance metrics and KPIs.
• Conduct system testing, troubleshooting, and debugging to ensure the highest level of quality and performance.
• Provide technical support and maintenance for ServiceNow implementations, ensuring system stability and uptime.
• Continuously stay updated with the latest ServiceNow features, best practices, and industry trends to drive innovation and improvement.
• Support roadmap planning for ITOM (Discovery, Service Mapping, Event Management) and ITAM (Hardware/Software Asset Management) implementations.
• Participate in CMDB health initiatives to ensure data integrity and readiness for ITOM/ITAM expansion.

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree and 14 years of experience. Masters and 12 years of experience.
• 7+ years of experience in ServiceNow development and configuration, with a strong focus on ITSM modules.
• 3+ years of experience in a senior or lead developer capacity.
• Required: ServiceNow Certified System Admin (CSA) or ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD).
• Secret Clearance required.
• Candidates must be U.S. Citizens.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as JavaScript, GlideScript, and PowerShell.
• Expert-level understanding of ITIL frameworks and ITSM best practices; working knowledge of ITOM and ITAM concepts.
• Experience with REST/SOAP APIs, Web Services, and integrations with third-party systems.
• Expert-level experience configuring SLAs, OLAs, and advanced workflow automation within ITSM.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior team members and lead technical discussions with stakeholders.
• Current ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) required and will be verified.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with ServiceNow Virtual Agent, Predictive Intelligence, and Performance Analytics for ITSM.
• Familiarity with Agent Workspace and Configurable Workspace customization.
• Foundational knowledge of ITOM (Discovery, Service Mapping, Event Management) and ITAM (HAM, SAM) for future implementation phases.
• Understanding of CMDB architecture, CI relationships, and data quality best practices.
• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and project management tools.
• Experience with ServiceNow platform upgrades and DevOps practices.
• Desired: CIS-ITSM (strongly preferred), CIS-Discovery, CIS-HAM, CIS-SAM, ITIL 4.

Target salary range: $160,001 - $200,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.