Senior ServiceNow Engineer

Peraton

. Design and develop custom ServiceNow applications using App Engine Studio and/or traditional scoped application development .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $112,000 - $179,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in developing and customizing ServiceNow applications, including Service Portal and integrations with external systems. Proficient in troubleshooting, technical guidance, and adhering to security compliance standards.

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ServiceNow Application DevelopmentService Portal CustomizationREST/SOAP API IntegrationBusiness Rules and Script DebuggingSecret Clearance

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Hard Skills

Custom Application DevelopmentWorkflow AutomationData Model DevelopmentUI Component DevelopmentScript IncludesClient ScriptsUI PoliciesFlow DesignerFix ScriptsMID Server Configuration

Soft Skills

Technical GuidanceProblem-SolvingCommunicationStakeholder AnalysisCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

ServiceNowApp Engine StudioAgileDevSecOpsCMDB

Industry Keywords

FedRAMPDoDSTIGRole-Based Access ControlDomain-Separated Environment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ServiceNowSOAP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and develop custom ServiceNow applications using App Engine Studio and/or traditional scoped application development
Build and enhance custom modules, data models, platform extensions, and Service Portal widgets
Customize and extend ServiceNow applications and modules for customer-specific requirements
Develop workflows, automation, and integrations with external systems using REST/SOAP APIs and third-party platforms
Write, test, and debug Business Rules, Script Includes, Client Scripts, UI Policies, Flow Designer flows, and Fix Scripts
Develop custom UI components, including UI Pages, UI Actions, and Service Portal elements
Gather and analyze stakeholder requirements, identify gaps and dependencies, and translate business needs into technical solutions
Investigate application behavior by tracing scripts, configurations, tables, and data relationships
Evaluate implementation options and recommend scalable, maintainable solutions aligned with ServiceNow best practices
Own assigned work from investigation through development, testing, documentation, and delivery
Collaborate in an Agile/DevSecOps environment, including story refinement, estimation, and lightweight ceremonies
Maintain knowledge of ServiceNow tables, dictionary definitions, relationships, and the CMDB
Configure and use MID Servers for integrations and data movement
Implement role-based access controls, ACLs, and other platform security configurations
Follow FedRAMP, DoD, and STIG security and compliance requirements
Configure ServiceNow instances for new applications or migrations
Trace data to source tables and troubleshoot behavior in a domain-separated environment
Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to junior developers
Communicate progress, risks, dependencies, and next steps in a fully remote environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA, 6 years with MS/MA, or 3 years with PhD
Secret Clearance Required
Demonstrated experience developing and supporting custom ServiceNow applications
Strong hands-on experience customizing Service Portal, including widget development and troubleshooting
Ability to understand proprietary applications by examining code, configuration, data models, and business processes
Ability to independently develop technical approaches from business objectives or problem statements
Ability to resolve incomplete or ambiguous requirements through targeted questions
Strong troubleshooting skills, including root-cause identification and impact evaluation
Ability to provide technical guidance to junior developers and explain implementation decisions
Experience developing workflows, automation, and integrations using REST/SOAP APIs and third-party platforms
Experience writing, testing, and debugging Business Rules, Script Includes, Client Scripts, UI Policies, Flow Designer flows, and Fix Scripts
Experience developing custom UI components, including UI Pages, UI Actions, and Service Portal elements
Willingness to answer code questions or complete small exercises during a video interview

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential eligibility for overtime
Potential eligibility for shift differential
Potential eligibility for a discretionary bonus
100% remote position
Fully remote work environment