What are the responsibilities and job description for the ServiceNow Architect position at KeenStack?
ServiceNow Architect:
As a ServiceNow Architect, you will be integral in designing and leading the implementation of advanced ServiceNow solutions across a variety of platforms and modules. With your in-depth knowledge of ServiceNow’s capabilities and best practices, you will create scalable, robust solutions that drive business value, improve operational efficiency, and align with client goals. While Arizona-based candidates are preferred, we welcome applicants from other states, provided they are willing to travel frequently to our corporate office and client worksites.
Key Responsibilities:
- Solution Architecture: Design and lead the implementation of comprehensive ServiceNow solutions, spanning ITSM, ITOM, ITBM, ITAM, HRSD, and other ServiceNow applications.
- Strategic Planning: Collaborate with stakeholders, project managers, and technical teams to define architectural vision and implementation roadmaps for ServiceNow projects.
- Customization & Configuration: Oversee the configuration and customization of ServiceNow modules, ensuring adherence to best practices and scalability standards.
- Integration Design: Architect seamless integrations between ServiceNow and external systems (e.g., LDAP, Active Directory, SAP, AWS, Azure, Salesforce) using REST, SOAP, OAuth2, JWT, and other protocols.
- Leadership & Mentorship: Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to development teams, fostering adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Platform Optimization: Identify opportunities for performance, usability, and cost-efficiency improvements, including data modeling, workflows, and integration enhancements.
- Governance & Security: Establish governance processes to maintain platform integrity, security, and compliance, ensuring proper management of data, access controls, and configurations.
- Client Engagement: Serve as a subject matter expert, advising clients on ServiceNow architecture, process automation, and platform capabilities.
- Documentation: Develop comprehensive solution documentation, including architecture diagrams, workflows, and implementation guides.
- Upgrades & Enhancements: Lead efforts for system upgrades, patching, and platform enhancements, aligning with the latest ServiceNow releases and features.
Qualifications:
- 5 years of hands-on experience designing and implementing ServiceNow solutions, with at least 3 years in a lead or architect role.
Technical Skills:
- Expertise in ServiceNow architecture, design, and configuration, including ITSM, ITOM, ITBM, HRSD, and CMDB.
- Proven ability to design scalable solutions aligned with the Common Services Data Model (CSDM).
- Extensive experience with ServiceNow integrations using REST, SOAP, OAuth2, JWT, and MID Server.
- Proficiency in scripting (JavaScript, Glide API, Business Rules) and advanced features like Flow Designer, Virtual Agent, and Predictive Intelligence.
- Strong knowledge of update sets, version control, deployment processes, and governance frameworks.
- Certifications (Preferred):
- ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD), Certified System Administrator (CSA), or Certified Technical Architect (CTA).
- ITIL Knowledge:
- Practical understanding of ITIL frameworks, including Incident, Problem, Change, and Configuration Management, with the ability to map these to ServiceNow functionalities.
- Leadership & Communication:
- Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and collaborating with stakeholders.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with ServiceNow ITOM modules (Discovery, Orchestration, Event Management).
- Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and their integration with ServiceNow.
- Experience with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines for ServiceNow deployments.
- Knowledge of automation tools and frameworks to drive operational efficiencies.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a comprehensive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
- Career Growth: Advance your career by working on complex projects and innovative technologies.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive and creative work culture that encourages professional growth and innovation.