STEM OPT Senior Servicenow Developer Jobs
Senior ServiceNow Developer roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension when your degree is in computer science, information systems, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan. With 36 total months of OPT authorization, you have a meaningful runway to build enterprise platform experience while pursuing H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Senior ServiceNow Developer
Position Summary
The ServiceNow Developer Senior will serve as a senior technical contributor responsible for the design, development, and support of enterprise ServiceNow applications and platform capabilities. This role partners closely with product owners, service managers, and other technical teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions aligned with institutional priorities. The position requires deep platform expertise, sound architectural judgment, and the ability to mentor other developers while ensuring adherence to platform standards, governance, and best practices.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of hands-on ServiceNow development experience in enterprise or large-scale environments
- 3+ years building and supporting custom applications using App Engine Studio
- 3+ years working within Agile or sprint-based delivery models
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
Preferred Certifications
- ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA)
- ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD)
- ITIL® 4 Foundation (or equivalent ITSM experience)
Preferred Skills
- Strong experience with server-side scripting, including Script Includes, Business Rules, and Scripted REST APIs
- Advanced proficiency with GlideRecord, query optimization, and transactional logic
- Experience with Flow Designer, including reusable actions, subflows, and orchestration patterns
- Solid understanding of ACL design, role hierarchy, and access evaluation order
- Experience designing and supporting Configurable Workspace and UI Builder-based experiences
- Familiarity with Platform Analytics, including indicators, breakdowns, and dashboards
- Experience with REST-based integrations and data exchange using JSON
- Strong documentation skills, including technical design notes and implementation guidance
Specialized Skills Required
- App Engine & Custom Application Development: Design and build upgrade-safe, maintainable applications using App Engine Studio, scoped applications, and platform APIs.
- Workspace & UI Configuration: Develop role-aware, task-focused user experiences using Configurable Workspace, UI Policies, Client Scripts, and UI Builder.
- Integration & Automation: Implement and support inbound and outbound integrations using Scripted REST APIs and IntegrationHub patterns where applicable.
- Platform Governance & Standards: Apply platform guardrails, naming conventions, access controls, and architectural best practices to ensure long-term platform health.
- Agile Delivery & Collaboration: Participate actively in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and change review processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Mentorship & Technical Leadership: Provide guidance to mid-level developers and delegated developers, reviewing code and promoting consistent development standards.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and deploy ServiceNow applications and enhancements across multiple environments
- Partner with product owners and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
- Maintain and enhance existing applications with a focus on stability, performance, and upgrade compatibility
- Review and approve development work to ensure adherence to platform standards and security requirements
- Support platform upgrades and resolve development-related issues introduced by new releases
- Contribute to platform documentation, architectural decisions, and operational runbooks
- Assist with troubleshooting production issues and implementing long-term corrective solutions
- Participate in change review and release governance processes
Skill matrix:
Designing and building upgrade-safe, maintainable applications using App Engine Studio, scoped applications, and platform APIs. Required 3 Years
Developing role-aware, task-focused user experiences using Configurable Workspace, UI Policies, Client Scripts, and UI Builder. Required 3 Years
Implementing and supporting inbound and outbound integrations using Scripted REST APIs and IntegrationHub patterns where applicable. Required 3 Years
Apply platform guardrails, naming conventions, access controls, and architectural best practices to ensure long-term platform health Required 3 Years
Participate actively in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and change review processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams Required 3 Years
Provide guidance to mid-level developers and delegated developers, reviewing code and promoting consistent development standards. Required 3 Years
Job description: Under broad supervision, designs, codes, tests, modifies and debugs computer software.
Senior ServiceNow Developer
Position Summary
The ServiceNow Developer Senior will serve as a senior technical contributor responsible for the design, development, and support of enterprise ServiceNow applications and platform capabilities. This role partners closely with product owners, service managers, and other technical teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions aligned with institutional priorities. The position requires deep platform expertise, sound architectural judgment, and the ability to mentor other developers while ensuring adherence to platform standards, governance, and best practices.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of hands-on ServiceNow development experience in enterprise or large-scale environments
- 3+ years building and supporting custom applications using App Engine Studio
- 3+ years working within Agile or sprint-based delivery models
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Education
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred
Preferred Certifications
- ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA)
- ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD)
- ITIL® 4 Foundation (or equivalent ITSM experience)
Preferred Skills
- Strong experience with server-side scripting, including Script Includes, Business Rules, and Scripted REST APIs
- Advanced proficiency with GlideRecord, query optimization, and transactional logic
- Experience with Flow Designer, including reusable actions, subflows, and orchestration patterns
- Solid understanding of ACL design, role hierarchy, and access evaluation order
- Experience designing and supporting Configurable Workspace and UI Builder-based experiences
- Familiarity with Platform Analytics, including indicators, breakdowns, and dashboards
- Experience with REST-based integrations and data exchange using JSON
- Strong documentation skills, including technical design notes and implementation guidance
Specialized Skills Required
- App Engine & Custom Application Development: Design and build upgrade-safe, maintainable applications using App Engine Studio, scoped applications, and platform APIs.
- Workspace & UI Configuration: Develop role-aware, task-focused user experiences using Configurable Workspace, UI Policies, Client Scripts, and UI Builder.
- Integration & Automation: Implement and support inbound and outbound integrations using Scripted REST APIs and IntegrationHub patterns where applicable.
- Platform Governance & Standards: Apply platform guardrails, naming conventions, access controls, and architectural best practices to ensure long-term platform health.
- Agile Delivery & Collaboration: Participate actively in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and change review processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
- Mentorship & Technical Leadership: Provide guidance to mid-level developers and delegated developers, reviewing code and promoting consistent development standards.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and deploy ServiceNow applications and enhancements across multiple environments
- Partner with product owners and stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
- Maintain and enhance existing applications with a focus on stability, performance, and upgrade compatibility
- Review and approve development work to ensure adherence to platform standards and security requirements
- Support platform upgrades and resolve development-related issues introduced by new releases
- Contribute to platform documentation, architectural decisions, and operational runbooks
- Assist with troubleshooting production issues and implementing long-term corrective solutions
- Participate in change review and release governance processes
Skill matrix:
Designing and building upgrade-safe, maintainable applications using App Engine Studio, scoped applications, and platform APIs. Required 3 Years
Developing role-aware, task-focused user experiences using Configurable Workspace, UI Policies, Client Scripts, and UI Builder. Required 3 Years
Implementing and supporting inbound and outbound integrations using Scripted REST APIs and IntegrationHub patterns where applicable. Required 3 Years
Apply platform guardrails, naming conventions, access controls, and architectural best practices to ensure long-term platform health Required 3 Years
Participate actively in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and change review processes while collaborating with cross-functional teams Required 3 Years
Provide guidance to mid-level developers and delegated developers, reviewing code and promoting consistent development standards. Required 3 Years
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Servicenow Developer
Verify your CIP code before applying
STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code, not just the degree title. Confirm your program's CIP code appears on USCIS's STEM Designated Degree Program List before you start applications.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
Your STEM OPT extension is void if your employer isn't enrolled in E-Verify at the time of your I-983 submission. Use the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment before accepting any offer for a Senior ServiceNow Developer role.
Document your training plan around ServiceNow deliverables
Your I-983 must list concrete learning objectives tied to your actual work. For ServiceNow roles, specify deliverables like custom application builds, integration scripting in Glide, or ITSM workflow design rather than vague goals.
Target employers with active H-1B filing histories
Use Migrate Mate to find Senior ServiceNow Developer openings at employers who have previously filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications, so your 36-month OPT runway aligns with employers already familiar with sponsorship workflows.
Request a cap-gap memo from your DSO early
If your OPT expires between April 1 and October 1 after an H-1B petition is filed on your behalf, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization. Have your DSO issue a memo confirming your cap-gap status so you can continue working without interruption.
Benchmark your offer against OFLC prevailing wages
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wages for your SOC code and work location before negotiating. Your employer's LCA must certify they're paying at least the prevailing wage, so knowing the threshold strengthens your position.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior ServiceNow Developer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, computer information systems, or software engineering. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree. Your DSO will confirm eligibility when you apply for the 24-month extension through USCIS, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify at that time.
What does my employer need to do to support my STEM OPT extension?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan that outlines your learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the role connects to your STEM degree. They also need to report material changes to your training or compensation to your DSO within five business days and conduct a self-evaluation at the six-month mark.
How do I verify that a prospective employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
You can search the E-Verify employer database by company name or employer identification number before accepting an offer. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for STEM OPT employers, and working for an unenrolled employer puts your extension at risk. Always confirm enrollment status before your I-983 is submitted, not after your start date.
How do I find Senior ServiceNow Developer jobs that support STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate surfaces Senior ServiceNow Developer openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented H-1B filing history, so you're not applying blind to companies unfamiliar with OPT authorization. Searching by role and location on Migrate Mate also shows Labor Condition Application data that signals an employer's sponsorship track record.
What happens to my STEM OPT work authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery but my OPT expires before October 1?
Cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 if your H-1B petition is timely filed and your OPT is still valid on April 1. You don't need to file separately for cap-gap, but your DSO must issue an updated I-20 reflecting the extension. USCIS provides guidance on cap-gap eligibility on its website.