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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Software Engineer - **Company:** ServiceNow - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $149,800.0 - $262,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Automation of Tests, Command-Line Interface, Code Generation, Data Structures, Software Design Patterns, Programming Tools, Microsoft Visual Studio, Node.Js, Package Management Systems, ServiceNow Application Engine, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, TypeScript, Visual Studio Online, Application Enhancement Tool, Git, Webpack, Git Flow, Deployment Automation, Npm(Software), Software Version Control, Servicenow - **Published:** July 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.smartrecruiters.com/ServiceNow/744000138732689-staff-software-engineer ## About the Role * Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into development workflows, developer tooling, or problem-solving (using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI's potential impact on developer experience) * 8+ years of experience with full-stack JavaScript/TypeScript development, with demonstrated CLI, tooling, or SDK-level work * Deep expertise in NodeJS and modern TypeScript patterns; proven ability to ship production developer tools at scale * Experience designing user-centric CLI applications or SDK abstractions that developers love to use * Expertise with data structures, algorithms, systems design, design patterns, and performance/scale considerations in a distributed context * Strong analytical and systems design skills; ability to reason about developer experience, ergonomics, and cross-tool integration * Demonstrated ability to own projects with material technical risk and lead cross-team technical decisions (Nice-to-Have) * Hands-on experience with ServiceNow App Engine, Scoped Apps, or ServiceNow platform development * Prior experience building CLIs, SDKs, or developer tooling (npm, webpack, Nx, Vite, etc.) * Familiarity with VS Code extension development or editor integrations * Experience with Git workflows, package management, or local dev environment tooling * Tech lead or mentorship track record on developer experience or tooling teams ## Description We are the ServiceNow Software Development Kit (SDK) team. We build the tools and command-line interfaces that allow developers to build scoped ServiceNow applications entirely outside the web browser. Our work enables developers to write, test, and manage platform applications using local editors (like Visual Studio Code), source-control tools (like Git), and AI coding assistants. We own the developer experience end-to-end - making Scoped App development faster, more accessible, and integrated into modern development workflows. What You Get to Do in This Role * Design and own SDK components and CLI tools that enforce best practices for Scoped App development - project scaffolding, testing frameworks, deployment automation, and quality gates * Partner with developer advocates and customers to translate user needs into scalable, intuitive tooling that simplifies the Scoped App development lifecycle * Build high-quality, clean, and performant TypeScript and NodeJS code that powers CLI commands, integrations, and platform abstractions developers rely on daily * Design CLI user experiences and SDK abstractions that make Scoped App development feel native to local development workflows (Git, VS Code, npm, etc.) * Integrate AI-driven developer experiences into the SDK - code generation, smart suggestions, or automated testing - and own the implementation * Mentor SDK engineers and contribute to architecture decisions that shape how developers build, test, and deploy Scoped Apps * Lead technical strategy for material tooling risks and architectural decisions at the team level, 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. ## Related Videos - [How a Small Team Shrank a Microsoft Monorepo by 94%](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1236-how-a-small-team-shrank-a-microsoft-monorepo-by-94) - [Micro Frontends with Module Federation: Why and How?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/165-micro-frontends-with-module-federation-why-and-how) - [Stop using Node.js like in 2020! 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