Solution Architecture Application Lead

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Key Responsibilities

• Provide architectural governance and support for the ServiceNow platform ensuring detailed designs align with broader enterprise architecture.

• Identify and resolve architectural discrepancies between strategic goals and vendor solution implementations.

• Design and document reference architectures design patterns and data integration flows.

• Conduct gap analysis and technical evaluations comparing requested functionality against Out of The Box (OOTB) ServiceNow capabilities.

• Advise development teams on technical methodologies frameworks software development lifecycles and coding standards.

• Evaluate new ServiceNow features and release capabilities to align with organizational needs and transformation strategies.

• Lead mentor and provide technical guidance to a team of ServiceNow developers and administrators.

• Establish and enforce code review processes deployment strategies and platform security best practices.

• Oversee platform health performance tuning and manage the technical impact of bi annual ServiceNow version upgrades.

• Partner with cross functional business stakeholders to translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions.

Required Technical Skills & Expertise

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum 5 years of proven knowledge and hands on experience working with ServiceNow in a Development and Technical Architecture capacity.

• Advanced expertise in key integration technologies relevant to ServiceNow: JavaScript SQL SSO SAML SSL REST Web Services and JDBC/ODBC.

• Deep understanding of the Common Service Data Model (CSDM) framework.

• Advanced coding proficiency in languages and frameworks associated with ServiceNow (JavaScript Angular Jelly).

• Strong grasp of software architecture principles applied to portals websites and complex systems integration projects.

• Suggested Addition Experience implementing Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines and using the Automated Test Framework (ATF) within ServiceNow.

• Suggested Addition Broad exposure to ServiceNow suites beyond ITSM such as ITOM (IT Operations Management) ITAM (IT Asset Management) or HRSD (HR Service Delivery).

Certifications & Methodologies

• At least three ServiceNow certifications are strongly preferred (e.g. Certified System Administrator Certified Application Developer and Certified Implementation Specialist ITSM).

• Certified Enterprise Architect (CEA) or Certified Application Architect (CAA) ServiceNow certifications are highly desirable.

• Strong foundational experience with ITIL processes;

• Proven track record of working and delivering within Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Leadership & Behaviroal Competencies

• Exceptional problem solving skills with an ability to think innovatively and outside the box.

• Strong sense of ownership and accountability; highly capable of organizing workloads prioritizing tasks and resolving complex problems independently.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to empathize build trust and maintain effective relationships with IT vendors and colleagues across all seniority levels.

• Positive attitude flexibility and a strong curiosity for continuous improvement in a fast paced environment.

• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in English with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non technical stakeholders.

• Deep understanding of the value of diversity in the workplace with a dedication to fostering an inclusive culture where people from all backgrounds receive equal treatment and can bring their authentic selves to work.

This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity as the foundation for the Companys success reputation and sustainable growth.

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