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ServiceNow Architect

BDO USA
Chicago, IL, USAHybridSoftware EngineeringSenior-Level$120,000 - $180,000Posted: 25 days ago
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Job Description

Job Summary:

As a leading mid-market IT services solution provider, BDO Digital is seeking individuals to join the ServiceNow practice to complement its portfolio of service offerings.

The ServiceNow Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining ServiceNow solutions that align with our client's business objectives. This role requires a deep understanding of ServiceNow architecture, modules, and best practices to drive digital transformation and enhance both our IT service management capabilities and client ServiceNow platform use.

Job Duties:

Leads the design and architecture of ServiceNow solutions, ensuring they meet business requirements and are scalable, secure, and efficient

Oversees and leads a team of onshore and offshore developers for the implementation of ServiceNow modules, including ITSM, ITOM, PM, CSM, HRSD, and others, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems

Customizes and configures ServiceNow applications to meet specific business needs, including workflows, forms, and user interfaces

Provides technical leadership and guidance to development teams, ensuring adherence to best practices and standards

Collaborates with client business stakeholders, IT teams, and vendors to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions

Monitors and optimizes the performance of ServiceNow applications, identifying and resolving issues to ensure high availability and reliability

Maintains comprehensive documentation of architecture, design, and implementation processes Provides training and support to end-users and IT staff to maximize the value of ServiceNow solutions

Escalates any issues to senior management, as needed

Provides regular status updates on implementation

Prepares formal and informal presentations for various internal and external meetings

Other duties as required

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervises the day-to-day workload of managed services team members

Ensures teams are trained on all relevant software

Evaluates the performance of team members and assists in the development of goals and objectives to enhance professional development

Delivers periodic performance feedback and completes performance evaluations for teams in accordance with Firm guidance

Acts as mentor to team members, as appropriate

Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education

High School Diploma or GED, required

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, preferred

Masters degree in Computer Science or Information technology, preferred

Experience

Six (6) or more years of experience in ServiceNow architecture and implementation, required

Experience with ticketing systems and remote management tools, required

Strong understanding of ITIL processes, preferred

Four (4) or more years working in conjunction with off-shore teams to deliver solutions, preferred

Experience in large complex ERP deployment, preferred

Experience working in a consulting environment, preferred

License/Certification:

ServiceNow Certified System Administrator and Certified Implementation Specialist, preferred

ITIL V3/V4, preferred

Software

Experience with ServiceNow modules, ITSM, ITOM, PM, HRSD, CSM, SecOps, (IRM, TPRM, BCM, etc.), preferred

Four (4) or more years of experience in JavaScript, HTML, CSS, and ServiceNow scripting, preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Excellent communication skills, professionalism, positive attitude, and desire to learn

Ability to effectively work both with a team and independently

Excellent analysis and problem-solving skills

Capacity to work in a deadline-driven environment while handling multiple projects/tasks simultaneously with a focus on details

Capable of working well under pressure while dealing with unexpected problems in a professional manner

Ability to work well in a cross-functional team environment preferred

Must have excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills

Keyword: ERP, ServiceNow, ITSM, ITIL, IT Service Management, ITOM, PM, ITAM, HRSD, CSM, Integration, GRC, SECOPS

Individual salaries that are offered to a candidate are determined after consideration of numerous factors including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and geography.

National Range: $120,000 - $180,000

Maryland Range: $120,000 - $180,000

NYC/Long Island/Westchester Range: $120,000 - $180,000

About Us

At BDO, how we show up matters. We build strong relationships by supporting one another, our clients, and our communities with care, curiosity, and a commitment to helping one another grow and succeed. Here, you’ll find meaningful work, leaders invested in your success, and opportunities to build a career around what matters most to you.

Our purpose is to be the people our clients count on to grow with confidence and achieve what matters most. Our values guide how we bring that purpose to life each day. Together, they shape how we work with one another, serve our clients, and create meaningful impact.

BDO provides assurance, tax, and advisory services to clients across the U.S. and around the world. No matter your role, you’ll be part of a team helping clients navigate complexity and move forward with clarity.

We are proud to be an ESOP company, offering participants a stake in the firm’s success through beneficial ownership and a unique opportunity to enhance their financial well-being. As a qualified retirement plan, the ESOP is a meaningful addition to our comprehensive compensation and Total Rewards benefits\* offerings. It also reinforces an ownership mindset that strengthens our connection to one another, our clients, and the future we’re building together.

Learn more about our benefits: BDO Total Rewards encompass more than traditional benefits. Click here to find out more!

\*Benefits may be subject to eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets

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Job Info

Job Identification

12464

Job Category

Generalist

Posting Date

08/14/2026, 08:09 PM

Job Schedule

Full time

Minimum requirements

  • High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science/IT preferred
  • Minimum 6 years of experience in ServiceNow architecture and implementation, with ticketing systems experience
  • ServiceNow Certified System Administrator and Implementation Specialist preferred; ITIL knowledge preferred

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