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Sr Software Engineer

ServiceNow servicenow.com Open
On-site Santa Clara Full-time Senior Software Engineering

At a glance

Senior Software Engineering role at ServiceNow. Santa Clara · full-time · $143,200–$243,400 base.

SalaryStated by ServiceNow
$143,200 – $243,400
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from ServiceNowOur estimate for the market: $171,855–$215,625Median $188,470
The range includes the market median of $188,470 for senior software engineering roles in Santa Clara.
Worked out from 30 postings that stated pay, median $188,470. Last updated Nov 3, 2026.
RoleSoftware Engineering
SenioritySenior
LocationSanta Clara
WorkplaceOn-site
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$143,200–$243,400
PostedOct 20, 2026
Role brief

techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Design reusable software components that can scale while keeping performance and reliability in view
  • Turn product requirements into technical designs, then carry features through implementation and release
  • Build flexible interfaces with modern UI frameworks and support customer-specific needs
  • Add automated tests to development workflows and create coverage for functional, regression, integration, and performance needs
  • Review designs and code, improve existing products, and share practices that strengthen engineering quality

What you bring

  • At least six years in software engineering, with a record of shipping high-quality products
  • Proficiency in Python, Java, or a comparable object-oriented language
  • Experience with a modern front-end framework such as Angular, React, or another listed framework
  • Knowledge of algorithms, data structures, object-oriented design, design patterns, and performance tuning
  • You apply critical thinking to AI in work processes and can assess AI tools, datasets, predictions, or workflows

Who this fits

This senior engineering role suits someone who can own features from design through delivery and contribute to quality practices across a team. It is based onsite in Santa Clara.

From the employer

It all started when engineer Fred Luddy wrote code that automated a tedious task for his coworker, Phyllis. She cried tears of joy. That moment inspired Fred to build a company that could do that for everyone—freeing people from busywork so they could focus on meaningful work. Today, ServiceNow is the AI control tower for business reinvention. Our ServiceNow AI platform brings together any AI, any data, and any workflow— helping 85% of the Fortune 500® work smarter, faster, and better. We're building an AI-native culture where technology and talent are unstoppable together. And we're just getting started.

Join us to put AI to work for people.

About the Team:

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.

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.
  • 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.

To be successful in this role you have:

  • Experience applying critical thinking 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.
  • 6+ years of experience in software engineering, with a track record of delivering high-quality products.
  • 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 of 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.

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

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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