ServiceNow

Software Engineer

Santa Clara, CALIFORNIA, United States · On-site · Full-time

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EmployerServiceNow
LocationSanta Clara, CALIFORNIA, 95054, United States
Work styleOn-site
Employment typeFull-time
Employer posted5 days ago

This role is for an engineer who is beginning their software engineering career and learning to build reliable, maintainable AI-native and cloud-native software. The IC2 engineer works on well-defined features and components with close guidance from senior engineers and tech leads. They focus on developing solid software engineering fundamentals, gaining hands-on experience with modern development practices, and learning to integrate AI/ML services into applications. This role provides mentorship and opportunities to grow technical depth in Python, Java, JavaScript, and ServiceNow platform development while contributing meaningfully to the product.

Responsibility Area: Software Development
• Develop software features and components under the direction of senior engineers; take ownership of well-defined, scoped tasks
• Write clean, maintainable code with comprehensive unit tests; follow established coding standards and best practices
• Contribute to the implementation of AI-native features, including prompt design assistance, API integration, and basic evaluation
• Work with assigned features from design through development, testing, and deployment with guidance from teammates
• Troubleshoot and debug issues in development and staging environments; escalate complex issues to senior engineers
• Follow secure coding practices, including responsible handling of customer data and AI safety considerations
• Participate in code reviews and actively incorporate feedback from senior engineers
• Learn and apply CI/CD practices; contribute to automated testing and deployment pipelines

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Responsibility Area: ServiceNow Platform Development
• Develop features and customizations on the ServiceNow platform under supervision
• Write ServiceNow workflows, business rules, and automation using JavaScript and GlideScript with guidance
• Build forms and dashboards on ServiceNow; learn data model design and query optimization techniques
• Contribute to ServiceNow plugin and app development following established patterns and best practices
• Learn ServiceNow APIs, web services, and integration patterns through hands-on implementation
• Participate in ServiceNow application maintenance and support for assigned features
• Seek to understand ServiceNow platform capabilities and how they apply to business problems

Responsibility Area: Learning & Collaboration
• Learn from code reviews, pair programming, and mentorship from senior engineers
• Ask clarifying questions and seek guidance when encountering unfamiliar technical challenges
• Actively participate in team discussions, design reviews, and sprint planning
• Communicate clearly about progress, blockers, and technical challenges
• Participate in knowledge-sharing sessions and team learning opportunities
• Support junior teammates and newer developers by sharing what you've learned
• Take initiative to understand the broader system and how your work fits into the product

Responsibility Area: Customer Support & Quality
• Participate in customer issue triage and bug fixing under supervision
• Assist senior engineers in troubleshooting customer-reported issues and understanding root causes
• Contribute to customer documentation and internal knowledge bases
• Learn from customer issues and help identify patterns that could prevent future problems
• Handle support tickets for issues in your area with guidance from teammates
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with customers and internal teams
• Seek to understand customer needs and how they use the application

Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

2-5 years of professional software development experience

Proficiency in at least one programming language (Python, Java, or JavaScript); willingness to learn others

Understanding of fundamental software engineering concepts: version control, testing, debugging

Basic knowledge of relational databases and SQL

Familiarity with RESTful APIs and modern web services

Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn quickly from feedback

Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team

Understanding of AI/ML concepts; hands-on experience with LLMs or AI APIs a plus

Prior experience or coursework with ServiceNow platform is a plus

Experience with Agile development methodologies is a plus

Ability to take direction, ask for help when needed, and work independently on assigned tasks

Passion for software quality, testing, and continuous learning

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $125,700 - $194,800, 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

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, 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

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.

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