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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Developer - **Company:** adesso SE - **Location:** Germany - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, JavaScript (Programming Language), Computer-Aided Design, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Code Review, Data Infrastructure, Software Debugging, Windows PowerShell, Scrum Methodology, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Web Services, Scripting, Client Side Scripting, Backend, Information Technology, Restful APIs, Servicenow - **Published:** September 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.adesso-group.com/talentcommunity/apply/1367666155/?locale=en_GB ## About the Role * 8+ years of hands-on ServiceNow project experience, including strong enterprise experience in an international corporate environment. * Advanced ITSM knowledge, especially Incident, Problem, Change, and Request Management. * Advanced Service Catalog development, with strong backend and/or Service Portal development experience. * Experience with heavily customized ServiceNow environments and a strong understanding of ServiceNow architecture, scripting, security, and platform capabilities. Scripting & Development * Expert-level JavaScript (mandatory), with strong ServiceNow server-side/client-side scripting and Glide APIs. * Advanced debugging and root-cause analysis skills, with the ability to read, modify, and optimize complex existing code. * Strong software engineering and coding practices. PowerShell or other scripting languages are highly desirable. Integrations * Hands-on experience developing and troubleshooting integrations via REST, SOAP, Web Services, connectors, APIs, and external systems. Agile & Leadership * Experience as a Senior/Lead Developer in Scrum-based projects, including user stories, acceptance criteria, testing, code reviews, and estimation. * Ability to lead technical discussions and collaborate with distributed international teams., * ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA). * Certified Application Developer (CAD). * Certified Implementation Specialist - IT Service Management (CIS-ITSM). * Certified Implementation Specialist - Data Foundations (CIS-DF). Experience & Education * 10+ years of overall professional experience, with 8+ years in ServiceNow development/project work. * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Business Informatics, IT, Software Engineering, or equivalent. * Excellent written and spoken English. * Strong consulting, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills., A Senior Software Developer specializing in ServiceNow who: * Codes and debugs as a core part of their daily work. * Has expert JavaScript and strong scripting skills. * Can work independently within heavily customized ServiceNow environments. * Has deep ITSM and advanced Service Catalog expertise. * Can troubleshoot complex code and integrations. * Takes ownership of technical problems from design through deployment and support. * Combines strong development skills with the ability to understand business requirements and advise stakeholders. ## Description adesso India is looking for a highly hands-on Senior ServiceNow Developer to work on a complex enterprise ServiceNow environment with significant customizations. This is a developer-first role, approximately 90% of the work is focused on scripting, coding, debugging, automation, integrations, and technical problem-solving. The ideal candidate is a strong software developer, comfortable working with complex existing code, debugging issues, and building customer-specific solutions, rather than a primarily functional ServiceNow consultant., * Design, develop, configure, customize, debug, and maintain complex ServiceNow solutions. * Work across ITSM, particularly Incident, Problem, Change, and Request Management. * Develop advanced Service Catalog solutions including Catalog Items, Record Producers, Variables, Variable Sets, scripting, workflows/flows, approvals, and fulfillment. * Perform extensive JavaScript and ServiceNow scripting, including server-side and client-side development. * Use PowerShell and other scripting technologies for automation and technical solutions where required. * Develop and troubleshoot integrations using REST, SOAP, Web Services, connectors, and APIs. * Analyze, debug, and enhance complex existing customizations and code, performing root-cause analysis and optimizing performance. * Develop and configure Business Rules, Script Includes, Client Scripts, UI Policies, UI Actions, ACLs, Data Policies, Scheduled Jobs, and Workflows/Flow Designer. * Translate requirements into user stories, acceptance criteria, test cases, and technical solutions. * Develop and execute tests, conduct code reviews, and maintain technical documentation. * Support releases, deployments, upgrades, and production troubleshooting. * Work with architects, product owners, business stakeholders, and development teams in an Agile/Scrum environment. * Provide technical leadership and guidance where required. ## Related Videos - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [Navigating the Corporate Jungle: Life as a Developer in a large Company](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/621-navigating-the-corporate-jungle-life-as-a-developer-in-a-large-company) - [JavaScript? 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