Sr Software Engineer

<section class="job-section" id="st-companyDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Company Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg"><p>Veza(part of ServiceNow now) is the pioneer in identity security, purpose-built to answer the fundamental question enterprises face: who can and should take what action on what data.<a href="https://veza.com/blog/servicenow-veza-a-new-chapter-in-identity-security/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a>Veza's Access Graph platform maps an organization's entire identity ecosystem  across users, groups, roles, policies, permissions, and resources  providing deep visibility and control over human, non-human, and agentic identities across SaaS, cloud, on-prem, and custom applications.<a href="https://veza.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a>With over 30 billion access permissions under management, global enterprises including Blackstone, Expedia, and Wynn Resorts trust Veza to manage privileged access monitoring, non-human identity security, access entitlement management, and next-generation identity governance.<a href="https://veza.com/company/press-room/series-d-announcement/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a></p><p>Founded in 2020 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Veza is now part of the ServiceNow family, with the acquisition closing in March 2026.<a href="https://newsroom.servicenow.com/press-releases/details/2025/ServiceNow-to-Expand-Security-Portfolio-With-Acquisition-of-Vezas-Leading-AI-native-Identity-Security-Platform/default.aspx" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a>The combination brings together Veza's AI-native Access Graph with ServiceNow's AI Control Tower and agentic workflows, enabling organizations to enforce end-to-end identity security rooted in the principle of least privilege across applications, data, cloud environments, and AI agents.<a href="https://veza.com/company/press-room/servicenow-to-expand-security-portfolio-with-acquisition-of-vezas-leading-ai-native-identity-security-platform/" rel="noopener noreferrer"> </a> For engineers joining Veza today, this means the scale and resources of an enterprise platform company, with the product velocity and mission-driven focus of a security innovator at a pivotal moment in the industry.</p><p>.</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-jobDescription"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Job Description</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="responsibilities"><p>We're seeking a passionate Backend Software Engineer to play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining the Access Review feature, which is an innovative addition to ServiceNow’s Veza’s IAM platform. In this role, you'll work closely with cross-functional teams to build scalable, robust solutions that address the evolving needs of our customers. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact, while working with the latest technologies in identity and access management.</p><p>You will:</p><ul><li>Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs for our IAM platform, ensuring they deliver high performance, scalability, and reliability.</li><li>Collaborate with product managers, software engineers, UX designers, and security experts to build features that align with business goals and meet security requirements.</li><li>Lead the development and maintenance of the Access Review feature, a cutting-edge addition to our IAM platform.</li><li>Build and manage identity lifecycle management features, including user provisioning, de-provisioning, and access control policies.</li><li>Implement logg ing, monitoring, and auditing functionality to ensure platform visibility and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Continuously enhance the performance, security, and scalability of the IAM platform through code reviews, testing, and refactoring.</li><li>Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies in identity and access management, leveraging them to drive innovation and elevate the platform.</li></ul></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-qualifications"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Qualifications</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="qualifications"><p>You have:</p><ul><li>7+ years of proven experience in backend software development, with a focus on identity and access management, security, or related areas.</li><li>Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.</li><li>Strong proficiency in object-oriented programming languages such as Golang and Java.</li><li>Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices architectures.</li><li>Solid understanding of authentication and authorization protocols, standards, and best practices.</li><li>Experience with cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform, and familiarity with IAM services and features.</li><li>Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes, is a plus.</li><li>Knowledge of database technologies (SQL and NoSQL), caching mechanisms, and distributed systems.</li><li>Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p>For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of <strong>$143,200 - $243,400</strong>, 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.</p></div></section><section class="job-section" id="st-additionalInformation"><div><p class="googlejobs-paragraph--empty"></p><h2 class="title">Additional Information</h2></div><div class="wysiwyg" itemprop="incentives"><p><strong>Work Personas</strong></p><p>We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. <a href="https://careers.servicenow.com/life-at-servicenow#workpersonas" rel="noopener noreferrer"><u>Learn more here</u></a>. To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.</p><p><strong>Equal Opportunity Employer</strong></p><p>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. </p><p><strong>Accommodations</strong></p><p>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 <a href="/cdn-cgi/l/email-protection#096e65666b68657d68656c677d7a7a497a6c7b7f606a6c67667e276a6664" rel="noopener noreferrer"><span class="__cf_email__" data-cfemail="e582898a878489918489808b919696a5968097938c86808b8a92cb868a88">[email protected]</span> </a>for assistance. </p><p><strong>Export Control Regulations</strong></p><p>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. </p><p>From Fortune. ©2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license. . </p></div></section><li class="job-detail">Employee Type: Regular</li><li class="job-detail">Region: AMS - North America and Canada</li><li class="job-detail">Work Persona: Flexible or Remote</li>

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