Who you are

- 12+ years of experience with Java or similar object-oriented language, with at least 5+ years working on compiler, runtime, JIT/AOT systems, or language execution engines

- Experience integrating AI into software development, workflows, decision-making, or automation using AI-powered tools and technologies

- Strong experience with compiler/runtime systems: execution engines, memory management, concurrency, JIT/AOT compilation, performance optimization, profiling, and debugging

- Advanced knowledge of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, design patterns, and performance/scale considerations at the systems level

- Passion for JavaScript and the Web as a platform;

experience with modern UI frameworks (Angular, React, or Vue)

- Experience developing, troubleshooting, and optimizing relational databases

- Experience with LLVM, language runtime development, or low-level systems engineering (strong plus)

- Track record working across multiple technology stacks (Cloud Dev, Platforms, Web Dev, Frameworks, service-oriented architecture)

- Capability to manage multiple projects with material technical risk across teams and processes; may serve as functional lead or technical owner

What the job involves

- We are the platform engineers handling app lifecycle at ServiceNow.



We develop and maintain the server-side JavaScript engine at the heart of the ServiceNow platform — the runtime that powers custom applications, workflows, and business logic

- We ensure apps move smoothly and securely from development to production

- This role requires deep expertise in compiler and runtime systems — you'll optimize execution engines, memory management, and performance at the systems level

- Design and optimize execution engines, JIT/AOT compilation pipelines, and memory management systems to ensure customer applications run at scale

- Build high-quality, clean, scalable, and reusable code by enforcing best practices around software engineering architecture and processes (Code Reviews, Unit testing, etc.)

- Work with product owners to understand detailed requirements and own your code from design, implementation, test automation, and delivery of high-quality product to our users

- Implement software that is simple to use, allowing customers to extend and customize functionality to meet their specific needs

- Mentor colleagues and promote knowledge-sharing across teams on low-level systems engineering, performance profiling, and optimization techniques

Benefits

- Generous family leave

- Matched donations

- Annual learning stipends

- Adaptable PTO

- Competitive retirement plan

- Paid volunteer time

📌 Senior Staff Software Engineer (Canada)
🏢 ServiceNow
📍 Canada