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.
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