ServiceNow is hiring a ServiceNow Principal Software Engineer | SmartRecruiters

Principal Software Engineer ServiceNow is seeking a highly skilled Principal Software Engineer to drive innovative technological solutions in their dynamic engineering organization. Located in San Diego, California, this full-time role offers a chance to work with a global market leader transforming organizational workflows through intelligent cloud-based platforms. Company Background: Founded in 2004 by visionary engineer Fred Luddy, ServiceNow has grown to serve over 8,100 customers, including 85% of the Fortune 500®. The company specializes in creating AI-enhanced technology that connects people, systems, and processes to optimize work efficiency. Team Context: The IT Service Management (ITSM) and IT Operations Management (ITOM) organization focuses on unifying incident management, service resilience, and infrastructure visibility. They aim to deliver proactive, self-healing operations with exceptional employee experiences at scale. Role Responsibilities: - Architect and develop core frameworks enhancing user experience - Embed generative AI capabilities into platform solutions - Drive large-scale technical initiatives - Make strategic architectural decisions - Mentor engineering teams - Collaborate across product and design teams Key Deliverables: - Design scalable, maintainable software components - Translate requirements into well-architected solutions - Build intuitive user experiences using modern frameworks - Implement automated testing workflows - Participate in design and code reviews - Develop comprehensive test strategies - Foster continuous learning and improvement Qualifications: - 15+ years of related experience - Proficiency in Python, Java - Experience with front-end frameworks - Strong knowledge of data structures and algorithms - Familiarity with automated testing frameworks - Understanding of software quality principles - AI workflow experience - Comfort with development tools Compensation: Base pay range: $195,700 - $342,500 Additional benefits include equity, variable compensation, health plans, 401(k) matching, and flexible work arrangements ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive workplace that values innovation, continuous learning, and shared success.