Application Architect - ServiceNow

This position plays a lead role in the delivery of ServiceNow Implementation projects and driving strategic transformational change of the ServiceNow Platform. The role is responsible for the architecture and drives implementation/integration of the ServiceNow product and Integration with other systems. As well as, responsible for the overall architecture, design, implementation and integrity of the ServiceNow application within the enterprise. Ensures that the solution delivered to business units are engineered in accordance with corporate architecture and infrastructure standards. While this role is primarily focused on architecture and technical leadership, the architect will also spend a portion of their time performing hands‑on development and configuration work to support key initiatives. Candidates should be comfortable contributing directly to build efforts when needed to ensure high‑quality, scalable solutions.

Responsibilities

Play a lead role in the delivery of ServiceNow Implementation projects and driving strategic transformational change of the ServiceNow Platform; Responsible for the architecture and drives implementation/integration of the ServiceNow product and integration with other systems; Responsible for the overall architecture, design, implementation and integrity of the ServiceNow application within the enterprise; Ensure that solutions delivered to business units are engineered in accordance with corporate architecture and infrastructure standards; Spend a portion of time performing hands-on development and configuration work to support key initiatives; Develop and maintain the overall architecture of the ServiceNow platform, ensuring alignment with business needs and industry best practices; Oversee system maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements, ensuring compliance, minimal disruption, and optimal performance; Lead the design and implementation of integrations with external systems using REST, SOAP, LDAP, SSO, and other protocols; Deliver hands-on configuration, development, and integration services and serve in a delivery assurance capacity for all product deliverables; Maintain deep, comprehensive knowledge of ServiceNow’s capabilities and constraints; Create and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and governance standards for the platform; Review and approve solution designs to prevent platform sprawl and technical debt; Provide expert-level support and technical mentoring to the implementation team; Work with the Cyber Security Team to build out robust security architecture; Act as the final technical authority for platform decisions; Recognize, advise, and develop opportunities to leverage ServiceNow as a platform; Respond to executive requests for information, proposal documents, and product demonstrations; Act as the ServiceNow subject matter expert at executive briefings/marketing events

Requirements

10+ years of enterprise-level application design/architecture experience, with extensive experience in Java/JavaScript, web frameworks, middleware, and high-volume web-based application design and systems integration (Required); 4-6 years of specific cloud implementation knowledge in architecting solutions for ServiceNow or similar implementations (Required); Four-year college degree or equivalent experience (Required); Working knowledge of all ServiceNow modules utilized within the National Vision environment (ITSM, ITOM, SPM, CSM, HRSD, Workflow Data Fabric) (Required); Proven success on projects with large-scale deployments; understanding of application life-cycle management (Required); Experience in emerging cloud technologies and vendor landscape with the ability to balance cost against benefits (Required); Ability to develop high-level design documents addressing the business, infrastructure, security, support, and operational needs of a solution (Required); Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including polished presentation skills with the ability to deliver technical issues to both technical and non-technical audiences in a clear and understandable manner (Required); Strong leadership skills with the ability to lead assignments/teams and mentor others (Required); Provide excellent customer service, leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills (Required); Demonstrate strong prioritization, time management, and organizational skills (Required)

Nice to have

ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or Certified Master Architect (CMA) (Preferred); TIL v4 certification (preferred)

Benefits

Competitive compensation; health and dental insurance; 401k retirement savings with company match; flex spending account; paid personal time off; paid company holidays; parental leave; employee eyewear discount; training programs; access to educational courses; opportunities for professional growth and long-term career fulfillment; promotions from within