ServiceNow

Mountain View

Principal Systems Design Engineer

FULL TIME ON-SITE SENIOR
Posted 9 days ago

Quick Summary

Role Overview

This hands-on leadership position focuses on driving technical integrations across core infrastructure domains including networking, cloud, and identity. You will align cross-functional teams to deliver seamless integration outcomes and define strategic roadmaps for complex environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead discovery and capability assessments across diverse infrastructure environments
  • Develop comprehensive integration roadmaps with defined dependencies and milestones
  • Implement physical and cloud networking solutions including VPN and SD-WAN
  • Define rationalized cloud hosting strategies using AWS, Azure, and GCP
  • Integrate identity and access management systems like Okta and Entra ID
  • Manage data migration and tool alignment for collaboration platforms

Requirements Snapshot

  • Twelve or more years of experience in infrastructure architecture
  • Proven track record of managing mergers and acquisitions integrations
  • Deep technical expertise in networking and site reliability engineering
  • Proficiency with IAM systems and collaboration tools like Office 365
  • Strong stakeholder communication and decision-making skills in complex environments

Expected Impact

You will ensure the successful technical unification of disparate organizations by establishing robust infrastructure standards and operational resilience. Your work will directly enhance security governance and provide a seamless transition for end-users through optimized collaboration and messaging platforms.

This summary was generated from the original job posting (AI-assisted, human-reviewed). For full details, see the description below.

Job Description

Job Description

Role Summary 

We are seeking a hands-on Principal Infrastructure Architect & Engineer to lead the technical integrations in the core infrastructure space. This role requires deep expertise across networking, cloud, identity, and collaboration platforms, with the ability to align teams and drive integration outcomes effectively. 

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Integration & Assessment

  • Lead discovery and capability assessment across environments.
  • Develop integration roadmap with dependencies and milestones.
  • Serve as primary liaison between organizations.
  • Align with enterprise architecture standards.

Networking (Physical, WiFi & Cloud)

  • Integrate physical and wireless network environments.
  • Implement VPN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking.
  • Ensure consistent routing, segmentation, and security.
  • Monitor and resolve performance issues.

Cloud Hosting & SRE

  • Define rationalized cloud hosting strategy (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Apply SRE principles (SLOs, SLAs, observability).
  • Implement IaC, CI/CD, and automation.
  • Establish unified monitoring frameworks.

Identity & Access Management

  • Integrate IAM systems (Okta, Entra ID).
  • Implement SSO, MFA, and directory sync.
  • Enforce RBAC, PAM, least privilege.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance.

Collaboration & Messaging

  • Define unified collaboration platform strategy.
  • Lead Messaging and Collaboration tool alignment.
  • Manage data migration and compliance.
  • Ensure smooth end-user transition.

Security & Governance

  • Align with SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, CMMC/FedRamp
  • Implement and validate security controls.
  • Establish governance standards.Operational Resilience
  • Ensure HA, DR, and business continuity.
  • Monitor performance and capacity.
  • Conduct DR testing and validation.

Qualifications

'To be successful in this role, you will have: 

  • 12+ years of experience in infrastructure architecture.
  • Experience with M&A integrations.
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills.

Technical Skills

  • Networking: LAN/WAN, WiFi, SD-WAN, cloud networking.
  • Cloud & SRE: AWS, Azure, GCP, IaC, CI/CD.
  • IAM: Okta, Entra ID, SSO, MFA.
  • Collaboration: O365, Slack, migration experience.

Leadership Competencies

  • Strong stakeholder communication.
  • Decision-making in complex environments.
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Enterprise architecture certifications (TOGAF, etc.).
  • Experience in regulated environments.
  • ServiceNow familiarity.
  • Cloud and ITIL certifications.

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $192,600 - $337,100, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Additional Information

Work Personas

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Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements. 

Accommodations

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact globaltalentss@servicenow.com for assistance. 

Export Control Regulations

For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities. 

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