Staff Software Engineer, AI-Native Developer Platform

What You Get to Do

Join a team shaping the future of AI-native software development at ServiceNow. Our mission is to build the platforms frameworks and developer experiences that enable engineering teams to create modernize and operate applications in an AI-first a Staff Software Engineer you will design and develop scalable platform capabilities that improve developer productivity accelerate application delivery and bring AI-powered workflows directly into the software development lifecycle.

You will work across backend services developer tooling and modern web technologies to create reusable solutions that can be adopted across engineering organizations.

Responsibilities

• Design develop and deliver high-quality scalable and maintainable software using industry best practices for architecture code quality testing and operational excellence.
• Build AI-native developer experiences that help engineers create test deploy and operate applications more efficiently.
• Partner closely with product managers architects and engineering teams to understand requirements and drive solutions from concept through production.
• Design and develop reusable platform services APIs and frameworks that can be leveraged across multiple engineering organizations.
• Leverage AI technologies to streamline software development workflows automate repetitive tasks and improve developer productivity.
• Build modern responsive user experiences using contemporary frontend frameworks.
• Act as a technical leader by driving architecture discussions mentoring engineers and influencing engineering best practices.
• Continuously improve platform reliability scalability performance and observability.
• Evaluate and adopt emerging AI technologies tools and development patterns that enhance engineering effectiveness.

To Be Successful in This Role You Have

• Passion for applying AI to solve real-world developer productivity and software engineering challenges.
• Deep expertise in Java and modern backend development.
• Strong experience building scalable distributed systems and enterprise-grade applications.
• Experience with JavaScript/TypeScript and modern frontend frameworks such as React.
• Strong understanding of data structures algorithms object-oriented design design patterns and performance optimization.
• Experience designing and consuming RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.
• Experience building cloud-native applications and services.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and system design skills.
• Proven ability to operate effectively in complex highly collaborative engineering environments.

Qualifications :

• Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes decision-making or may include using AI-powered tools automating workflows analyzing AI-driven insights or exploring AIs potential impact on the function or industry.
• 10 years of professional software engineering experience.
• Strong proficiency with:
  • Java
  • JavaScript / TypeScript
  • React
  • REST APIs
  • Distributed Systems
  • Cloud Platforms (AWS Azure or GCP)
  • Container Technologies (Docker Kubernetes)
• Experience with developer productivity platforms internal developer portals SDLC tooling CI/CD systems or platform engineering initiatives.
• Hands-on experience using AI-powered development tools such as Cursor Windsurf GitHub Copilot Claude Code or similar technologies.
• Experience integrating GenAI AI agents MCP LLM-powered workflows or AI-assisted automation into engineering solutions.
• Experience improving engineering efficiency through automation and AI-driven workflows.

For positions in this location we offer a base pay of $166500 - $291400 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.

Additional Information :

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 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 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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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time