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ServiceNow Business Analyst jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in information systems, business, or computer science. Employers in this space regularly sponsor H-1B visas, making it a stable OPT-to-visa pathway. Your 12-month OPT window, plus a potential 24-month STEM extension, gives you meaningful runway to land and prove yourself in this role.
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Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world.
With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career.
Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded.
The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day. A member of our recruitment team will provide more details.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a skilled ServiceNow Application Developer to join our dynamic Team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designs, builds, and deploys custom applications and capabilities across our ITSM, ITOM and ITAM ecosystems.
Core Responsibilities:
- Custom Application Development: Design and build new custom applications from scratch, including data models, user interfaces, and role-based access controls. Build custom scoped applications, service portal widgets, and automated workflows utilizing JavaScript, Glide APIs, and Flow Designer. Adherence of the Common Service Data Model (CSDM), ensuring high-quality CI data visibility.
- ITSM & ITOM Configuration: Enhance ITSM processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Request, ITAM and ITOM suites).
- Platform Configuration & Scripting: Write server-side and client-side scripts using JavaScript, GlideScript, Business Rules, UI Policies, and Script Includes.
- Workflow Automation: Develop and maintain automated workflows, approval processes, and Service Level Agreements (SLAs) using Flow Designer.
- System Integrations: Connect ServiceNow with third-party enterprise systems and databases using REST, SOAP, and Integration Hub.
- UI/UX Design: Create intuitive, user-friendly Service Portal pages, Service Catalogs, and custom workspaces using UI Builder.
- Quality Assurance & Testing: Execute comprehensive unit, integration, and user acceptance testing (UAT) using the Automated Test Framework (ATF) prior to production deployment.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).
- Experience: Typically 3-5+ years of software development experience, with a minimum of 1-3 years specifically focused on ServiceNow platform development.
- Technical Skills: Deep proficiency in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, XML, and REST/SOAP APIs.
- Module Knowledge: Well-versed with ServiceNow core modules such as ITSM, ITOM and ITAM.
- Certifications: Strongly preferred to hold the ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD), Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS) in ITSM, ITOM, or ITAM.
- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and cross-functional communication abilities.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of formal education and experience.
The typical base pay range for this role is as follows:
- New York / New Jersey: $145k - $194k
- Non/New York/New Jersey: N/A
depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonus and/or incentive compensation. Additionally, our Total Rewards program provides colleagues with a competitive benefits package (in accordance with the eligibility requirements and respective terms of each) that includes comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance and training programs, income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities, paid maternity and parental bonding leave, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. For more information on our Total Rewards package,
Our hybrid work schedule is four days on-site and work remotely one day per week.
MUFG Benefits Summary
We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (including (i) the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, (ii) the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, (iii) the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and (iv) the California Fair Chance Act) to the extent that (a) an applicant is not subject to a statutory disqualification pursuant to Section 3(a)(39) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 or Section 8a(2) or 8a(3) of the Commodity Exchange Act, and (b) they do not conflict with the background screening requirements of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the National Futures Association (NFA). The major responsibilities listed above are the material job duties of this role for which the Company reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of conditional offer of employment, if any.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, gender identity, sex, age, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran and military status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status of an individual or that individual’s associates or relatives that is protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Target mid-to-large enterprises with existing ServiceNow contracts
Companies already paying for ServiceNow licenses have strong incentive to hire dedicated BAs to maximize their investment. These organizations run recurring implementation cycles, meaning consistent BA demand and a higher likelihood of H-1B sponsorship for strong performers.
Get ServiceNow certified before you apply
The ServiceNow Certified System Administrator or Certified Application Developer credential signals hands-on platform fluency. Certified candidates stand out in screening, reduce employer training costs, and are more likely to be viewed as worth sponsoring through the H-1B process.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
H-1B eligibility requires a specialty occupation tied to your degree. A background in information systems, MIS, or computer science directly supports this. Be explicit on your resume about how your coursework connects to ServiceNow BA responsibilities like requirements gathering and workflow design.
Prioritize consulting firms that deploy ServiceNow across clients
ServiceNow implementation partners such as Accenture, Deloitte, and KPMG hire BAs at scale across multiple client engagements. Consulting firms have established H-1B sponsorship infrastructure and frequently sponsor OPT workers who demonstrate strong client-facing and platform configuration skills.
Apply early and communicate your OPT timeline upfront
Hiring managers need lead time to plan for sponsorship. Disclose your OPT authorization and STEM extension eligibility during early conversations. Employers who understand your full runway, often three years, are far more willing to commit to the sponsorship process.
Build a portfolio of process improvement case studies
ServiceNow BAs are hired to translate business problems into platform solutions. Document two or three examples from internships, capstone projects, or coursework where you mapped workflows, gathered requirements, or improved a process. Concrete outputs make sponsorship conversations easier for hiring managers to justify.
Servicenow Business Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a ServiceNow Business Analyst on F-1 OPT?
Yes. ServiceNow Business Analyst roles qualify as OPT-eligible employment because the work is directly related to fields like information systems, computer science, and business administration. You must be working in a role related to your degree field. Most BA positions at technology companies and consulting firms meet this standard, particularly if your degree is in MIS, computer science, or a related discipline.
Do ServiceNow Business Analyst roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
They can, depending on your degree. If your undergraduate or graduate degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as computer science, information systems, or management information systems, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify and to sign a formal training plan. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying for the extension.
Which employers commonly sponsor ServiceNow Business Analysts for H-1B visas?
ServiceNow implementation partners and large enterprise technology employers are the most consistent sponsors. Consulting firms like Accenture, Deloitte, Infosys, and Wipro regularly hire ServiceNow BAs and have established H-1B sponsorship pipelines. Large corporations across healthcare, finance, and government contracting also sponsor when the role is tied to a long-term ServiceNow deployment. You can browse OPT-friendly openings on Migrate Mate to identify which employers are actively hiring.
How should I explain my OPT status to a potential employer for this role?
Be direct and frame your timeline as an asset. Explain that you're authorized to work immediately on F-1 OPT, that you may be eligible for a STEM extension giving you up to three years of total authorization, and that you're looking for an employer willing to sponsor an H-1B. ServiceNow BA roles are classified as specialty occupations, which strengthens the sponsorship case. Providing this information early avoids late-stage surprises and helps employers plan their hiring timeline.
What skills should I highlight to compete for ServiceNow BA roles as an OPT student?
Prioritize platform-specific credentials like the ServiceNow Certified System Administrator, along with demonstrable skills in requirements gathering, process mapping, and stakeholder communication. Employers also value familiarity with ITSM frameworks like ITIL and experience using agile project methodologies. If you've worked with ServiceNow modules such as ITSM, HRSD, or CSM in coursework or internships, make those specific. OPT students who can show platform fluency alongside business analysis fundamentals are significantly more competitive for roles that lead to sponsorship.