Software Engineer III - ServiceNow

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc.; Lowell (AR); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefit

Dental benefit

Vision benefit

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Paid time off

Maternity/Parental leave

Holidays

Job summary

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer III to advance ServiceNow solutions, automation workflows, and AI-enabled capabilities. You will contribute to platform architecture, implement integrations, and optimize ITSM modules.

The role emphasizes collaboration with product teams and stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable software while mentoring junior engineers and supporting upgrades and releases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or 4+ years in software engineering with demonstrated design experience.
• Experience with object-oriented languages and RESTful/event-driven architectures.
• Experience building web/mobile interfaces using JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks such as React Native or Angular.
• Familiarity with cloud-based containerization and CI/CD practices.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to architectural decisions for platform enhancements, automation solutions, and integrations; evaluate trade-offs for scalability, performance, maintainability, and security.
• Collaborate with product teams and stakeholders to ensure high-quality requirements and deliverables.
• Develop and implement process automation using Flow Designer, IntegrationHub, and ServiceNow AI features to improve efficiency.
• Create and enhance software features, integrations, and workflows with secure, scalable code.
• Mentor junior team members, conduct code reviews, and support platform upgrades and releases.

Skills

Java/.NET

JavaScript/TypeScript

REST/SOAP

NoSQL/Graph DBs

Cloud containers

Troubleshooting

AI/Generative AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Bachelor's degree in Management Information Systems

Tools

Flow Designer

IntegrationHub

Web services (REST/SOAP)

Job description

Job Title: Software Engineer III

Department: IT, Telecom & Internet

Country: United States of America

State/Province: Arkansas

City: Lowell

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Summary: Under general supervision, the Software Engineer III is responsible for applying advanced programming techniques to develop, enhance, and support ServiceNow solutions, integrations, and workflow automations. This position documents programs, develops and implements new features, and supports critical platform architecture and other digital initiatives. Experience with Now Assist, Generative AI, AI Agents, Virtual Agent, and Predictive Intelligence is preferred, with the ideal candidate being a strong problem solver that has a passion for delivering innovative, AI-driven service management solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to architectural decisions for platform enhancements, automation solutions, and integrations; evaluate trade-offs for scalability, performance, maintainability, and security
• Collaborate with product teams, business stakeholders, platform administrators, and cross-functional partners during the story refinement process to ensure high-quality requirements and achievable solutions
• Develop and implement process automation using Flow Designer, IntegrationHub, Workflow Studio, and ServiceNow AI capabilities to improve operational efficiency and service delivery
• Create and enhance software features, integrations, and workflows by implementing secure, efficient, maintainable, and scalable code
• Leverage Now Assist, Generative AI, AI Agents, Agent Studio, Virtual Agent, and Predictive Intelligence capabilities to improve productivity, knowledge management, incident resolution, and service delivery
• Implement and maintain integrations and web services using REST, SOAP, IntegrationHub, and Import Sets to connect ServiceNow with third-party tools and enterprise systems
• Configure, optimize, and support core ServiceNow capabilities, including ITSM (Incident, Change, and Problem Management), Service Catalog, Knowledge Management, Request Management, workflow automation, and related platform modules
• Analyze complex technical issues and bottlenecks; troubleshoot production issues, resolve defects, and implement effective, scalable, and sustainable solutions
• Mentor junior team members, conduct code reviews, drive adoption of ServiceNow best practices and governance standards, participate in platform upgrades and release activities, and consistently deliver solutions on time with minimal defects

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Technology, or related field, or foreign equivalent with 4 years of experience in software engineering or related field, or suitable combination of education, experience, and training AND Demonstration of the following Experience effectively participating in the software design process
• Ability to complete tasks with a high quality of work in a timely manner
• Professional experience leveraging an object-oriented language, such as Java or .NET/.netcore to implement RESTful and/or event driven architectures
• Professional experience implementing web and/or mobile interfaces using JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks, such as Angular and React Native
• Professional experience interacting with and managing the performance of relational, NoSQL, and Graph databases
• Familiarity with cloud-based containerization and continuous integration/delivery strategies
• Experience in software troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with ITSM, Incident Management, Change Management, ITOM, and Software Asset Management (SAM)
• Experience configuring workflows, forms, business rules, client scripts, catalogs, and CMDB-related solutions
• Proficiency in Glide APIs, Flow Designer, IntegrationHub, REST/SOAP integrations, and ServiceNow platform customization
• Demonstrated experience with Now Assist for ITSM, Knowledge Management, Incident Summarization, Case Summarization, and Generative AI features within ServiceNow
• Ability to identify and implement AI-driven solutions that improve operational efficiency, user experience, and service delivery outcomes
• Hands‑on experience with AI Agent Studio, AI Agents, Virtual Agent, Predictive Intelligence, Machine Learning, and intelligent workflow automation
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex business requirements and deliver effective ServiceNow solutions
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation

Compensation

Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company’s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time:

• medical benefit
• dental benefit
• vision benefit
• 401(k) retirement plan
• life insurance
• short-term and long-term disability coverage
• paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time)
• six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave
• six paid holidays annually

Education

• Bachelors: Computer and Information Science (Required)
• Bachelors: Computer Engineering (Required)
• Bachelors: Information Technology (Required)
• Bachelors: Management Information Systems (Required)

Work Experience

• Engineering, Software Development

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.