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ServiceNow Developer, Junior with Security Clearance

Confidential Client•Consulting
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$104,147
Fairfax, Virginia
A Day Ago

The Junior ServiceNow Developer at Confidential Client supports the internal IT organization by developing and enhancing the ServiceNow platform to streamline business processes and improve employee experiences. This entry-level role involves applying foundational programming and problem-solving skills to design, test, and maintain scalable ServiceNow applications while collaborating with experienced developers and stakeholders. The position requires U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance, offering a strong foundation in enterprise application development and workflow automation within a secure environment.

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About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, IT.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level ServiceNow developer to join an internal IT team supporting enterprise ServiceNow applications. In this role you will:

  • Contribute to design, development, testing, and deployment of ServiceNow applications and platform capabilities.
  • Implement and refine application logic, workflows, business rules, and UI actions using ServiceNow best practices.
  • Write and maintain client-side and server-side scripts (e.g., JavaScript) and simple integrations (APIs, web services).
  • Work with data structures and SQL-based data interactions to support application requirements.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve platform issues; participate in code reviews and maintenance tasks.
  • Translate business requirements into technical solutions, collaborating closely with platform admins, architects, and stakeholders.
  • Support automation of manual processes to improve the employee experience and platform efficiency.
  • Follow security, compliance, and performance practices to maintain a reliable ServiceNow environment.
  • Learn from experienced engineers and contribute to documentation, test plans, and release tasks.

You Have (Minimum Qualifications)

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related technology field.
  • Academic or internship experience with a programming or scripting language (examples: JavaScript, Python, Java, C#).
  • Familiarity with programming fundamentals: variables, data types, conditional logic, loops, functions, and object-oriented concepts.
  • Basic knowledge of databases, relational data, and SQL.
  • Analytical problem-solving skills and an ability to debug and troubleshoot technical issues.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a team environment.
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret clearance; U.S. citizenship is required for this role.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with ServiceNow platform features (Service Catalog, Flow Designer, Script Includes, Business Rules).
  • Experience with APIs, integrations, and SQL in production contexts.
  • Exposure to Agile development practices.
  • Familiarity with prompt engineering, machine learning, or other AI tools applied to development tasks.
  • Experience with project or change management processes.

Clearance & Eligibility

  • This role requires candidates who can undergo a security investigation and meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
  • U.S. citizenship is required due to the nature of the facility and work.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Projected compensation range: $53,000 to $108,000 (annual, USD). Actual pay is based on factors such as experience, location, and role-specific requirements; we will not fabricate salary details beyond the range provided.
  • Confidential Client offers benefits that may include health, life, disability, retirement programs, paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Eligibility and details vary by employment status and hours.

Work Model

  • The role may be listed as onsite, hybrid, or remote depending on the specific position and client needs. Expect collaboration with team members and occasional in-person work if required by the client or contract.

Candidate Identity & AI Use Notes

  • As part of the hiring process, identity verification may be required (this can include advanced verification methods). Candidates may be asked to participate in interviews or assessments on camera.
  • AI tools may be part of the client’s workplace. During the hiring process, follow any instructions about permitted or prohibited use of AI tools; final hiring decisions are made by people.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

  • All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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