Senior ServiceNow Technical Architect
Remote · Spain
About the role
We're looking for a Senior ServiceNow Technical Architect to own the end-to-end technical architecture of the ServiceNow platform for our top-tier clients. This is a senior leadership role for someone who combines deep platform mastery with the ability to translate complex business objectives into scalable, elegant architectural solutions — and who can guide and inspire the teams that build them.
Why join us?
HIGH-IMPACT PROJECTS — Work on demanding digitalization initiatives or build solutions from the ground up. This is where your expertise makes a real difference.
CUTTING-EDGE TECH — Stay sharp with the latest ServiceNow capabilities and emerging technologies. We invest in keeping you ahead of the curve.
FULLY REMOTE IN SPAIN — Work from wherever you're most productive. No relocation, no commute, full flexibility.
CONTINUOUS LEARNING — Access to top learning platforms to deepen your expertise or pick up new skills you've been putting off.
A TEAM THAT HAS YOUR BACK — Talented colleagues who collaborate, support, and push each other to deliver quality work.
GLOBAL EXPOSURE — Work alongside international teams and sharpen your English in a truly multicultural environment.
A CLEAR CAREER PATH — Grow vertically into greater responsibility or horizontally into new technologies. You decide the direction.
What's in it for you
- Restaurant tickets for every working day
- Permanent contract — we're investing in a long-term relationship
- Flexible benefits: Gympass and nursery tickets through our flexible retribution scheme
- Referral bonus — bring great people in and get rewarded
- Competitive salary and bonuses — let's talk numbers on our first call
What you'll bring
- CTA (Certified Technical Architect) — mandatory
- 8+ years of hands-on ServiceNow experience, with at least 3–5 years as a Platform or Enterprise Architect
- Deep expertise across core ServiceNow modules: ITSM, ITOM, HRSD, CSM, SPM, SecOps
- Expert proficiency in platform security (ACLs, encryption), scripting (JavaScript, GlideScript), data modelling, and integration frameworks
- Hands-on experience with Flow Designer, NOW Experience, Service Portal, ATF, Integration Hub, NowAssist and NowCreate
- Solid understanding of CMDB, CSDM, and enterprise data architecture
- Proven track record architecting large-scale, complex, and global ServiceNow deployments
- CAD and multiple CIS certifications (ITSM, HRSD, ITOM) — valued but not required
- Familiarity with TOGAF or similar Enterprise Architecture frameworks — a plus
- Experience with Agile and DevOps delivery methodologies — a plus
- Professional working proficiency in both Spanish and English (B2 or above) — required for client-facing meetings, calls,...
What you'll do
- Own the end-to-end technical architecture of the ServiceNow platform across implemented and planned modules
- Lead the design of High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLDs/LLDs) for complex, multi-instance or highly integrated environments
- Translate business objectives and technical requirements into concrete architectural blueprints
- Define, implement, and lead technical governance processes including Design Authority Board reviews
- Enforce ServiceNow best practices, design standards, and development guidelines to minimize technical debt
- Conduct technical risk assessments and ensure compliance with security, data governance, and regulatory requirements
- Design and govern secure, high-performance integration patterns between ServiceNow and enterprise systems
- Lead the governance of the ServiceNow data model, CMDB, and CSDM
- Act as the ultimate technical escalation point for architectural, performance, and security challenges
- Coach and mentor Solution Architects, Developers, and Implementation teams
- Present technical strategies and platform roadmaps to audiences ranging from technical teams to C-suite executives
- Support pre-sales activities including scoping, estimates, and statements of work
Ready to set the technical standard for ServiceNow at enterprise scale? Apply now and let's talk.
Acerca de Cognizant
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) es un creador de soluciones de IA y proveedor de servicios tecnológicos que conecta la inversión en IA con el valor empresarial mediante el desarrollo de soluciones de IA full‑stack para sus clientes. Su profundo conocimiento de la industria, junto con su experiencia en procesos e ingeniería, permite incorporar el contexto único de cada organización en sistemas tecnológicos que amplifican el potencial humano, generan resultados tangibles y mantienen a las empresas a la vanguardia en un entorno en constante cambio. Más información en cognizant.ai o @cognizant.
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