**Shape the Platform that Powers a Global Leader**

Are you a ServiceNow expert ready to move from execution to strategic ownership? This is your opportunity to architect the platform roadmap for a $1.5B+ global powerhouse in internet infrastructure and cybersecurity. You'll define how a world-class organization leverages ServiceNow, turning it into a true engine for innovation and efficiency. If you want to see your technical vision directly impact security and operational excellence on a global scale, let's talk.

**About This Opportunity**

We are seeking a Senior ServiceNow Developer / Platform Engineer to own the technical strategy and implementation of our enterprise ServiceNow ecosystem. You will be the go-to authority, designing solutions that align with ambitious business goals while ensuring the platform's scalability, performance, and compliance. This isn't just a development role; it's a leadership position where you will guide technical teams, engage with senior stakeholders, and drive continuous innovation. You will enjoy a hybrid work model (2 days per week in our Reston, VA office), a comprehensive benefits package including stock options and bonuses, and the chance to live and work in one of the DC area's most vibrant, master-planned communities.

**You will be responsible for:**

* Leading the overall design and architecture of the ServiceNow platform, crafting the roadmap that ensures alignment with our long-term business objectives.
* Driving the end-to-end implementation and optimization of solutions, with a focus on Core foundation, ITSM, ITAM, SecOps, GRC, TPRM, and other key modules.
* Collaborating directly with business leaders and technical teams to develop innovative solutions, acting as the bridge between complex needs and elegant technical execution.
* Designing sophisticated workflows, integrations, and custom modules to extend the platform's capabilities and automate critical processes.
* Championing platform scalability, performance, stability, and audit compliance, setting the standards for technical best practices.
* Leading and mentoring through your expertise, guiding the technical direction and fostering a culture of excellence within the team.

**You bring to the table:**

* A minimum of 10 years of hands-on experience, with a deep and proven track record in ServiceNow architecture, development, and platform leadership.
* Expert-level knowledge across the ServiceNow ecosystem, including solution design, workflow automation, and integration patterns.
* Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical strategies to both technical teams and business stakeholders.
* A strategic mindset focused on continuous improvement, platform optimization, and driving tangible business outcomes.

**Location & Compensation**

This role is based in Reston, Virginia, offering a flexible hy