ServiceNow: Associate Software Engineer — Santa Clara, CALIFORNIA, United States

About ServiceNow

ServiceNow develops an enterprise software platform bringing together data, workflows and AI for business operations. Its employer introduction traces the business to automating a repetitive workplace task and describes a continuing focus on freeing people from routine work. The platform is intended to connect technology with how organisations carry out their processes. This makes workflow automation and the use of information in everyday business activity central themes, rather than a product aimed at only one industry.

The position and its setting

ServiceNow lists Associate Software Engineer in Santa Clara, CALIFORNIA, United States, under reference JB0076564. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Engineering, Infrastructure and Operations
• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 24 October 2026
• Brands: ServiceNow

Subjects named in the job description

The posting mentions the following work areas. These references are not a separate list of compulsory certifications.

• Java
• JavaScript
• AI/ML
• ServiceNow
• AI
• sales
• Oracle applications

Essential requirements and candidate background

• To be successful in this role you have:
• Experience: leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving
• This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI's potential impact on the function or industry
• 0+ years of professional work experience in software development
• Experience: debugging and testing software through a CI lifecycle
• Experience: Java, OOP, and Design Patterns
• Experience: relational databases such as MySQL, Postgres and Oracle
• Experience: front-end technologies (HTML, JavaScript, CSS)
• Some working knowledge and ability to use tools to assist with daily tasks (IDE, debugger, build tools, source control, ServiceNow instances, profilers, system administration/Unix tools)
• For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $108,800 - $157,800, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits
• Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure
• Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location
• We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs
• Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• This is a Flexible (Hybrid) position
• Flexible positions require 2 days per week in a ServiceNow office location
• This role is available in either our Kirkland, WA or Santa Clara, CA office
• Please Note: This position will include supporting our US Regulated Markets
• “This position requires passing a ServiceNow background screening, USFedPASS (US Federal Personnel Authorization Screening Standards)
• This includes a credit check, criminal/misdemeanor check and taking a drug test
• Any employment is contingent upon passing the screening
• Due to Federal requirements, only US citizens, US naturalized citizens or US Permanent Residents, holding a green card, will be considered
• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Santa Clara, CALIFORNIA, United States

Benefits mentioned by the employer

• Build the best cloud software for businesses using a market leading development cloud platform
• Collaborate daily with a team of like-minded developers using agile software development methodology
• Master new areas and take ownership of features that matter to our customers
• Design features with a core commitment to quality and an eye to how the products will evolve in future releases
• Work in a Scrum-based Agile development process that is light on documentation and meetings and heavy on design, coding and debugging

Employer details to confirm

• The employer’s seniority category and its stated experience requirements do not agree. Follow the role-specific requirements above rather than assuming this is a fresher opening.

Pay and application dates

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How to apply to ServiceNow

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Open the official ServiceNow posting below and match the title and reference JB0076564.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Santa Clara, CALIFORNIA, United States position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

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Practical preparation: Java

For Java experience, describe the application or service you worked on, its purpose and your own contribution. A useful example connects language knowledge to an actual engineering decision, such as an interface design, a performance issue or a production defect.

Relevant skills

• Java
• JavaScript
• AI/ML
• ServiceNow
• AI
• sales
• Oracle applications