Applications Architect – Senior (ServiceNow)
Location: Toronto, ON
Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
Office Location: Downtown Toronto
Work Hours: Full-time (5 days/week)
Initial Contract: 6 months
Extension: Possible 6-month extension
We are seeking a Senior Applications Architect with deep expertise in ServiceNow architecture and enterprise platform design. This role will lead the design, integration, and governance of complex ServiceNow implementations across multiple modules in a large, structured environment.
The ideal candidate brings strong architectural judgment, hands-on platform expertise, and the ability to translate business objectives into scalable, secure technical solutions.
Design and deliver ServiceNow solution architectures, standards, and reference models
Lead architecture decisions across ServiceNow modules including ITSM, ITOM, and ITAM
Define CMDB, CSDM, Discovery, and Service Mapping strategies aligned with enterprise data governance
Design and document integrations and data flows using REST/SOAP APIs, IntegrationHub, MID Server, and identity platforms (SSO/SAML/OAuth)
Provide architectural guidance on ServiceNow Mobile App, Virtual Agent, and AI-assisted workflows
Develop AI / Copilot-style integration architectures, guardrails, and technical recommendations
Conduct architecture reviews and produce decision records and outcomes
Contribute to platform roadmap planning and technical debt reduction
Ensure all architecture deliverables meet governance, security, audit, and SDLC standards
Collaborate closely with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business priorities
5+ years architecting or leading complex ServiceNow implementations
Strong hands-on experience across:
ITSM, ITOM, ITAM
CMDB, CSDM, Discovery, Service Mapping
Enterprise data governance
Advanced integration experience including:
REST/SOAP APIs
IntegrationHub
MID Server
Monitoring/event ingestion
Identity integrations (SSO, SAML, OAuth)
Strong ServiceNow development and configuration expertise:
JavaScript, Glide APIs
Flow Designer, ATF
Update Sets, Source Control, CI/CD
Performance optimization
Excellent stakeholder communication skills with the ability to translate business needs into scalable technical designs
Experience working in large, complex, or regulated environments with formal governance processes
ServiceNow certifications such as CSA, CAD, CIS-ITSM, CIS-ITOM
Architect-level recognition (CTA) is a strong asset
Experience with:
ServiceNow Mobile App architecture
Virtual Agent implementations
AI-enabled or Copilot-style workflows
Public sector or highly regulated industry experience
Approved ServiceNow architecture designs and diagrams
Architecture standards, patterns, and reference models
Integration and data flow documentation
Architecture review decisions and records
Mobile and AI integration architecture recommendations
Audit-ready documentation supporting governance, security, and SDLC compliance