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ServiceNow Administrator roles qualify for STEM OPT because they sit under CIP codes tied to computer and information systems degrees. Your 24-month extension applies as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your role connects directly to your STEM degree field.
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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 Servicenow Administrator
Verify your CIP code matches the role
Check your degree's CIP code against the STEM-designated list maintained by ICE. ServiceNow Administrator roles typically align with computer and information systems management, but your DSO confirms the match before you file the I-983 training plan.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask the recruiter for the employer's E-Verify Company ID before signing anything. An employer that isn't enrolled can't legally employ you on STEM OPT extension, no matter how willing they are to sponsor future H-1B visa status.
Build your I-983 around ServiceNow-specific learning goals
USCIS reviews whether your training plan ties directly to your STEM degree. Document specific goals like implementing ITIL workflows, configuring CMDB structures, or administering ServiceNow instances so the plan reflects your technical education, not just your job description.
Target employers with active IT service management contracts
Federal contractors and large enterprises running ServiceNow at scale are the heaviest users of this platform. Use Migrate Mate to filter STEM OPT-eligible employers by role category and E-Verify status so you're applying where your authorization actually works.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Your employer must pay the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location. Pull the wage level for your role using OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you know whether an offer meets DOL standards and won't create a compliance gap later.
File the I-983 training plan within the required window
USCIS requires you to submit the I-983 within 10 days of starting STEM OPT employment. Delays can jeopardize your status. Have your employer sign off on the learning objectives section before your start date so you're not scrambling after day one.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a ServiceNow Administrator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code such as computer and information systems management or management information systems. The role itself must also connect directly to that degree field. Your DSO confirms CIP code eligibility and signs off on your I-983 training plan before you begin the extension period.
What E-Verify requirement applies to employers hiring STEM OPT students?
Every employer who hires a STEM OPT student must be enrolled in E-Verify, the federal employment eligibility verification system. You can ask a recruiter for the company's E-Verify Company ID to confirm enrollment independently. Working for a non-enrolled employer on STEM OPT extension violates your status, even if the employer intends to sponsor an H-1B later.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a ServiceNow Administrator position?
The I-983 must describe specific learning goals that tie your day-to-day work to your STEM degree. For a ServiceNow Administrator, that means documenting objectives like administering ITSM modules, configuring workflow automation, or managing CMDB data integrity. Generic job descriptions won't satisfy USCIS. Both you and your employer must sign the form, and your DSO must receive a copy within 10 days of your start date.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files an H-1B petition during my STEM OPT period?
If your employer files a timely H-1B petition before your OPT EAD expires and USCIS selects you in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You don't need to file anything separately. Check your I-20 and EAD expiration dates carefully, and confirm with your DSO that your SEVIS record reflects the cap-gap extension.
Where can I find ServiceNow Administrator jobs that are open to STEM OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by E-Verify enrollment status and visa authorization type, so you can browse ServiceNow Administrator openings specifically posted by employers who are set up to hire STEM OPT students. Searching through a general job board doesn't tell you whether an employer is E-Verify enrolled, which is the threshold requirement for your extension to be valid.