As the AI platform for business transformation, we're putting AI to work across organizations — freeing people for work that matters. Making old tech work with new tech. Reaching across departments, from the front office to the back office and every office in between. Our ambition? To become the AI defining enterprise software company of the 21st century (or "AI DESCO21C," as we like to call it). With more than 8,100+ customers, we serve approximately 85% of the Fortune 500®, and we're proud to be a Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® and World's Most Admired Companies™. Explore your future career with us, visit www.servicenow.com/careers. From Fortune. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
Senior Staff Software Engineer
Location
California
Posted
49 days ago
Salary
$168.9K - $295.6K / year
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
Senior Staff Software Engineer
ServiceNow
Company Description 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. Job Description The engineering organization is a dynamic group of builders, thinkers, and problem-solvers dedicated to delivering scalable, AI-powered software products that elevate how organizations work. We value clean architecture, intuitive user experiences, and a culture of continuous improvement. Every engineer here plays a key role in shaping the quality and reliability of our products. Step into our world where data transcends as we orchestrate publishing and consuming of real-time streams via Apache Kafka on the Platform. Stream Connect for Apache Kafka links a customer's kafka environment to the ServiceNow instance enabling high-volume data streaming between the instance and the external systems with low latency. As architects of data flow, we empower some of ServiceNow's most remarkable applications (CMDB, SecOps, HR, ITOM ..). As we continue to push the boundaries of data flow, we are actively seeking passionate engineers who possess the ability to rapidly acquire new knowledge and contribute to the development of robust and scalable solutions. What you get to do in this role: - Design and develop scalable, maintainable, and reusable software components with a strong emphasis on performance and reliability. - Design, develop, and maintain robust solutions to support Stream Processing. - 30% Front End (JavaScript, React & Angular) and 70% Back End Development (Java) - Collaborate with product managers to translate requirements into well-architected solutions, owning features from design through delivery - Build intuitive and extensible user experiences using modern UI frameworks, ensuring flexibility for customer-specific needs. - Contribute to the design and implementation of new products and features while enhancing existing product capabilities. - Integrate automated testing into development workflows to ensure consistent quality across releases. - Participate in design and code reviews ensuring best practices in performance, maintainability, and testability. - Develop comprehensive test strategies covering functional, regression, integration and performance aspects - Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvement by sharing best practices in engineering and quality - Promote a culture of engineering craftsmanship, knowledge-sharing, and thoughtful quality practices across the team. Qualifications To be successful in this role you have: - Experience in leveraging critical 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. - 8+ years of experience in software engineering, with a track record of delivering high-quality products. - Experience with multiple technology stacks: Cloud Dev, Platforms, Web Dev, Frameworks or service-oriented architecture - Passion for JavaScript and the Web as a platform, reusability, and componentization - Proficiency in Python, Java, or similar object-oriented languages. - Experience with modern front-end frameworks such as Angular, React, or Vue. - Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, design patterns, and performance optimization - Familiarity with automated testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit, Selenium, TestNG) and integrating tests into CI/CD pipelines - Understanding software quality principles including reliability, observability, and production readiness. - Ability to troubleshoot complex systems and optimize performance across the stack. - Experience with AI-powered tools or workflows, including validation of datasets, model predictions, and inference consistency. - Comfort with development tools such as IDEs, debuggers, profilers, source control, and Unix-based systems Why Join Us: - Build and deliver high-impact software that powers digital experiences for millions of users. - Collaborate in a culture that values craftsmanship, quality, and innovation. - Work symbiotically with AI and automation tools that enhance engineering excellence and drive product reliability. - Be part of a culture that encourages innovation, continuous learning, and shared success. FD21 For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $168,900 - $295,600, 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. Additional Information Work Personas We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here . To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service. Equal Opportunity Employer ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, 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 We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact globaltalentss@servicenow.com for assistance. Export Control Regulations For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities. From Fortune. ©2025 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
Benefits
- 401(K), 401(K) matching, Adoption Assistance, Childcare benefits, Commuter benefits, Company equity, Company-sponsored outings, Company sponsored family events, Customized development tracks, Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Volunteer in local community, Employee stock purchase plan, Family medical leave, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Flexible work schedule, Generous parental leave, Generous PTO, Company-sponsored happy hours, Health insurance, Open door policy, Life insurance, Charitable contribution matching, Mentorship program, Paid volunteer time, Online course subscriptions available, Onsite gym, Open office floor plan, Paid holidays, Paid sick days, Onsite office parking, Partners with nonprofits, Performance bonus, Pet insurance, Promote from within, Relocation assistance, Remote work program, Free snacks and drinks, Team based strategic planning, Tuition reimbursement, Vision insurance, Wellness programs, Mental health benefits, Home-office stipend for remote employees, Fertility benefits, Employee resource groups, Employee-led culture committees, Hybrid work model, In-person all-hands meetings, In-person revenue kickoff, Employee awards, Transgender health care benefits, Wellness days, Mother's room, Personal development training, Virtual coaching services, Flexible time off, Bereavement leave benefits, Company-wide vacation
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