Role Description
The ServiceNow Database Developer is responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of data models, data integrations, and database-layer components within the ServiceNow platform. Working within a DevOps model, this role combines deep ServiceNow data architecture expertise with broader database engineering skills to ensure data integrity, performance, and seamless data flows across enterprise systems.
Key Responsibilities
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Design and manage ServiceNow table structures, including custom tables, table extensions, dictionary entries, relationships, and database views.
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Develop and maintain data import/export pipelines using ServiceNow Import Sets, Transform Maps, and Data Sources.
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Build and optimize complex queries using GlideRecord, GlideAggregate, and encoded query syntax.
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Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks in database operations.
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Design and implement data migration strategies for platform upgrades, instance consolidations, and system onboarding initiatives.
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Develop and maintain integrations between ServiceNow and external systems, including relational databases, data warehouses, REST/SOAP endpoints, and ETL pipelines.
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Collaborate with ServiceNow Developers and Administrators to ensure data model changes align with application architecture and platform best practices.
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Partner with reporting and analytics teams to design performant data foundations for dashboards and Performance Analytics indicators.
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Implement data governance standards including field-level security, data classification, audit fields, and retention policies.
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Contribute to CI/CD pipelines by managing database-layer changes through Update Sets or source control.
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Ensure schema changes are properly tested, validated, and documented.
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Provide expertise in SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL database concepts as they relate to ServiceNow architecture.
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Perform data audits, cleansing activities, and deduplication efforts to maintain high data quality.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
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3+ years of ServiceNow platform experience focused on data architecture, data imports/exports, and GlideRecord scripting.
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Proficiency in SQL and relational database systems including SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL.
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Strong understanding of ServiceNow CMDB structure, CI relationships, and platform data models.
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Experience with REST and SOAP API integration patterns.
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Familiarity with DevOps practices including version control, CI/CD, and release management.
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Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
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ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA).
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ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist โ CMDB (CIS-CMDB).
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Experience with ETL and data integration tools such as SSIS, Azure Data Factory, or Boomi.
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Knowledge of ServiceNow IntegrationHub and MID Server configuration.
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Familiarity with data warehousing concepts and reporting platforms such as Power BI and Tableau.
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Experience supporting CMDB Discovery and Service Mapping.
Competencies
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Deep analytical thinking with a data-integrity-first approach.
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Strong problem-solving skills for complex data transformation and mapping challenges.
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Detail-oriented with strong documentation practices.
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Effective collaboration across development, QA, operations, and business teams.
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Ability to communicate technical data architecture concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Additional Information
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Participation in off-hours data migration activities may be required.
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Support for platform upgrade validation and post-upgrade data verification activities may be required.
Years of Experience
Top Skills Required
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ServiceNow Platform.
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Integration.
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SQL Server.
Background Verification Requirement
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Cog Kit.
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BGV must be successfully cleared prior to start.
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