Senior / ServiceNow Developer

About the Role:

About the Team

Computer Services are the backbone of support for ALL colleagues across NEXT underpinning both the business and NEXT Technology. They consist of the 1st line central support team's, Data Access, Service Management, alongside looking after our Centrally managed environments - the lot! They also look after some of the lesser known areas of NEXT Technology such as essential communications, managed print and reprographics

About the role

Reporting to the ServiceNow Team Leader, and working alongside the Technical Specialist, this role is responsible for delivery and rollout of new functionality across the Core ServiceNow platform.

Responsibilities:

• Scope, implement and test projects, including the necessary communication and creation of documentation.
• Develop and deploy changes to the platform, including liaising with third-party vendors to deploy solutions.
• Perform regression testing and applying fixes to the system for upgrades/patches.
• Provide technical advice to junior members of the ServiceNow Development team.
• Perform technical reviews for junior team members.
• Drive adoption of best practices and test management, utilizing Automated Test Framework (ATF).
• Design and implement automation using integrations and other platform products.
  

About You:

• Demonstrable experience in developing the ServiceNow platform.
• Hands-on implementation experience in at least one of the following areas: ITSM, Customer Service Management, Integrated Risk Management, Predictive Intelligence/Task Intelligence, Performance Analytics, Virtual Agent and NLU.
• Experience with developing/customizing Workspaces.
• Good knowledge of platform best practices, table structures, security rules (ACLs), and client and server-side scripting (including script includes).
• Knowledge of JavaScript, ServiceNow Glide classes, AJAX, and XML.
• Experience in Service Portal development (HTML, CSS, AngularJS, Bootstrap).
• System integration experience using inbound and outbound web services (REST, SOAP).
• Effective communicator at all levels of the business.
• Proven capabilities in managing enterprise level platforms
• Ability to work to tight deadlines and under pressure
• Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies is advantageous.
• ServiceNow - Certified System Administrator (Desirable).

Benefits

At NEXT Technology, we believe in taking care of our people, which is why we offer a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and professional growth from the very start of your journey with us.

• Comprehensive Medical Insurance: Your health matters to us. That’s why all employees receive excellent medical insurance coverage from day one, ensuring you and your family are well looked after.
• Exclusive NEXT Online Shopping Allowance: Enjoy an annual allowance to shop for your favourite fashion and lifestyle items from NEXT Online, with access to a wide range of products available globally.
• Employee Assistance Program: We care about your well-being both inside and outside of work. Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential support for personal or professional challenges, helping you maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Training and Development: Your growth is our priority. At NEXT Technology, you’ll have access to a variety of Training and Development programs to sharpen your skills, advance your career and stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of IT.

These are just a few of the benefits you’ll enjoy when you become a part of our innovative, supportive team at NEXT Technology!
Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change. We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [email protected] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.