Peraton is seeking a ServiceNow Developer (Subject Matter Expert) to design, develop, and maintain ServiceNow solutions supporting mission-critical infrastructure. In this role, you will serve as the technical authority on the ServiceNow platform, driving process automation, workflow development, and platform enhancements to support mission operations. This position supports a program that provides data center/HPC infrastructure in support of AI processing.
What You'll Do:
- Design, develop, configure, and maintain applications and modules on the ServiceNow platform (e.g., ITSM, ITOM, CSM, custom applications)
- Serve as the technical SME for ServiceNow architecture, scripting, workflow design, and integrations
- Develop and maintain integrations between ServiceNow and other enterprise systems using REST/SOAP APIs, MID Server, and IntegrationHub
- Translate business and mission requirements into scalable ServiceNow solutions and workflows
- Lead platform upgrades, patching, and release management, including testing and validation
- Develop custom scripts (Business Rules, Client Scripts, Script Includes) and UI components (UI Policies, UI Actions, Flow Designer)
- Ensure ServiceNow implementations comply with applicable security policies and accreditation requirements (e.g., RMF, NIST 800-53)
- Mentor junior developers and administrators on ServiceNow best practices
- Partner with program stakeholders to identify opportunities for automation and process improvement
- Maintain technical documentation, including design specifications and configuration guides
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 8 years with BS/BA; Minimum of 6 years with MS/MA; Minimum of 3 years with PhD
- Additional 4 years experience may be considered in lieu of degree
- Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a polygraph
- ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) certification
- Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS) in one or more ServiceNow modules (e.g., ITSM, ITOM)
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript, Glide API, and ServiceNow scripting
- Demonstrated experience with ServiceNow integrations, workflow design, and platform architecture
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications:
- ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) certification
- Experience supporting DoD or federal government ServiceNow implementations
- Experience supporting AI/ML infrastructure or capability programs
- Familiarity with cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, etc.)
- Agile/Scrum experience in a platform development environment
Benefits:
Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees supporting this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap, and eligibility to participate in an attractive bonus plan.
Peraton Overview
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Target Salary Range$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual’s experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. EEOEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of experience, or master's degree and at least 6 years, or PhD and at least 3 years; an additional 4 years of experience may substitute for a degree
- Active TS/SCI clearance with ability to obtain a polygraph
- ServiceNow Certified System Administrator certification
- ServiceNow Certified Implementation Specialist certification in one or more modules
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript, Glide API, and ServiceNow scripting
- Experience with ServiceNow integrations, workflow design, and platform architecture
- Excellent communication skills with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- ServiceNow Certified Application Developer certification
- Experience supporting DoD or federal government ServiceNow implementations
- Experience supporting AI/ML infrastructure or capability programs
- Familiarity with AWS GovCloud, Azure Government, or similar cloud environments
- Agile/Scrum experience in a platform development environment
Peraton Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Peraton and has not been reviewed or approved by Peraton.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare offerings are described as broad, including medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and specialty programs like virtual physical therapy and surgical/cancer care navigation. Medical coverage is also characterized as a standout part of the overall package in terms of perceived quality.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support includes a 401(k) with employer matching and is repeatedly positioned as a strong component of total rewards. The 401(k) benefit is frequently singled out as one of the most valued parts of the package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off benefits are positioned as robust, including PTO, holidays, paid sick days, and floating holidays, with some roles offering notably generous accrual. Leave breadth is reinforced by related programs such as short/long-term disability and bereavement leave.
Peraton Insights
What We Do
Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world’s leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can’t be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we’re keeping people around the world safe and secure.
Why Work With Us
We are fearlessly solving the world’s most complex challenges to keep people safe and secure. You can be a part of protecting and promoting that freedom around the world.






