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Service Now Solution Architect

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in enterprise technology consulting, solution architecture, or platform implementation roles
  • 5+ years of hands-on ServiceNow experience
  • Minimum 3 years serving as a Solution Architect, Lead Architect, or Technical Lead
  • Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale ServiceNow implementations

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and architecture of enterprise ServiceNow solutions across multiple product lines
  • Conduct workshops to gather, analyze, and validate business and technical requirements
  • Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic consultant to client executives and technology leaders
  • Support pre-sales activities, solution development, architecture reviews, and proposal responses

About the company

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Matrix-IFS

RegTech (Regulatory & Compliance Technology)

Matrix International Financial Services is a leading global specialist, providing business and technology solutions specifically for the complex needs of the global Financial Industry and Capital Markets. Headquartered in Jersey City, New Jersey Matrix-IFS offers specialized Consulting, Systems Integration and Managed Services which include Trade Surveillance, Business Intelligence (BI), AML / Case Management, Fraud Risk Prevention, Compliance, Financial Operational Risk, Cloud and Cyber-Risk Management, and Advisory Services. More than 50 financial institutions, both top-tier & local banks, rely on Matrix-IFS’ solutions. Matrix-IFS is a division of Matrix IT Ltd (Symbol MTRX.TA), which has over 11,000 employees worldwide, and offices in the U.S., UK, Israel, Eastern Europe, India, and Australia. For more details visit www.matrix-ifs.com. Matrix-IFS has developed and nurtured a broad expertise across multiple solution platforms and operational models. With our intimate knowledge of the predominant case management, compliance and fraud detection solutions on the market today including; Actimize™, Oracle™ Mantas™, Norkom™, Fortent™ and NASDAQ OMX™ SMARTS™, we help institutions establish the technology foundation of a top-performing fraud and compliance organization, and put in place the processes and resources to ensure our clients realize the financial, business and regulatory benefits of an industry-leading fraud and compliance program.Matrix-IFS (formerly known as Matrix-Exzac) operates globally with offices in New Jersey, Florida, UK, Israel and Australia.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryRegTech (Regulatory & Compliance Technology)
Company size10001

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Job description

Description

Matrix Global Services is seeking an experienced ServiceNow Solution Architect to lead enterprise ServiceNow transformation programs for our growing portfolio of clients.

This role combines strategic consulting, solution architecture, technical leadership, and client engagement responsibilities. The successful candidate will serve as the primary architecture lead, helping organizations maximize the value of the ServiceNow platform while designing scalable, maintainable, and business-aligned solutions across multiple ServiceNow product suites.

You will work closely with executive stakeholders, business leaders, platform owners, and technical teams to define roadmaps, establish governance standards, and deliver enterprise-wide ServiceNow capabilities that improve operational efficiency, service management, employee experience, and digital workflows.


Key Responsibilities

Solution Architecture & Platform Strategy

  • Lead the design and architecture of enterprise ServiceNow solutions across multiple product lines.
  • Define scalable platform architectures aligned with business objectives and ServiceNow best practices.
  • Drive platform governance, instance strategy, upgrade planning, and technical standards.
  • Design solutions that prioritize configuration over customization while ensuring long-term maintainability.
  • Establish architectural patterns for security, scalability, performance, and operational excellence.
  • Review and approve technical designs, development approaches, and platform enhancements.

ServiceNow Implementation Delivery

  • Lead end-to-end ServiceNow implementation and transformation engagements from discovery through deployment and post-production support.
  • Conduct workshops to gather, analyze, and validate business and technical requirements.
  • Translate complex business needs into scalable ServiceNow solutions and implementation roadmaps.
  • Drive solution delivery across Agile and hybrid project environments.
  • Ensure projects are delivered according to scope, budget, quality, and timeline expectations.
  • Identify project risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies throughout the engagement lifecycle.

Platform Integration & Enterprise Architecture

  • Design integrations between ServiceNow and enterprise systems including:
  • ERP platforms
  • CRM systems
  • HRIS applications
  • IT Operations tools
  • Data and analytics platforms
  • Architect integration solutions using:
  • REST APIs
  • SOAP Web Services
  • MID Server
  • IntegrationHub
  • Import Sets
  • Webhooks and event-driven integrations
  • Define data governance and system interoperability strategies across enterprise ecosystems.
  • Collaborate with enterprise architects and infrastructure teams to align platform capabilities with organizational standards.

Client Leadership & Stakeholder Management

  • Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic consultant to client executives and technology leaders.
  • Lead architecture workshops, solution reviews, steering committee presentations, and executive briefings.
  • Communicate technical concepts and platform strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Build strong relationships with client sponsors and business stakeholders.
  • Provide strategic recommendations on ServiceNow platform adoption, optimization, and expansion opportunities.

Practice Development & Leadership

  • Support pre-sales activities, solution development, architecture reviews, and proposal responses.
  • Contribute to the development of ServiceNow accelerators, methodologies, templates, and best practices.
  • Mentor consultants, developers, and junior architects.
  • Conduct internal training and knowledge-sharing sessions.
  • Stay current with ServiceNow product releases, platform innovations, and industry trends.

Required Qualifications

Professional Experience

  • 7+ years of experience in enterprise technology consulting, solution architecture, or platform implementation roles.
  • 5+ years of hands-on ServiceNow experience.
  • Minimum 3 years serving as a Solution Architect, Lead Architect, or Technical Lead.
  • Proven experience delivering enterprise-scale ServiceNow implementations.
  • Demonstrated expertise across at least two or more ServiceNow product lines.

ServiceNow Expertise

Strong experience architecting and delivering solutions across one or more of the following:

  • IT Service Management (ITSM)
  • IT Operations Management (ITOM)
  • Customer Service Management (CSM)
  • HR Service Delivery (HRSD)
  • Strategic Portfolio Management (SPM)
  • Service Catalog & Request Management
  • Asset Management
  • CMDB & Discovery
  • Workflow Automation

Technical Skills

  • Deep understanding of ServiceNow platform architecture and administration.
  • Expertise with:
  • ServiceNow Studio
  • Flow Designer
  • IntegrationHub
  • Service Portal
  • UI Builder
  • CMDB
  • Discovery
  • MID Server
  • Strong experience with API integrations using:
  • REST
  • SOAP
  • JSON
  • XML
  • Working knowledge of:
  • JavaScript
  • ServiceNow scripting
  • Business Rules
  • Script Includes
  • Client Scripts
  • Flow Designer Automation
  • Familiarity with Agile delivery methodologies and tools such as Jira and Azure DevOps.

Certifications

  • ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) – Required
  • Minimum one Certified Implementation Specialist (CIS) certification – Required

Preferred Qualifications

  • ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD)
  • Multiple ServiceNow CIS certifications
  • Certified Technical Architect (CTA) track experience
  • ITIL v4 Foundation or higher certification
  • Experience with:
  • Predictive Intelligence
  • Virtual Agent
  • Natural Language Understanding (NLU)
  • Generative AI capabilities within ServiceNow
  • Consulting or professional services experience with direct client-facing delivery responsibilities.
  • Experience supporting large enterprise organizations with complex governance requirements.
  • Industry experience within:
  • Financial Services
  • Retail
  • Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG)
  • Construction

Data & AI Ecosystem Exposure

Experience integrating ServiceNow with modern data and AI platforms such as:

  • Databricks
  • Dataiku
  • Snowflake
  • Azure Synapse
  • Microsoft Fabric
  • Azure AI Services

Key Competencies

  • Executive-level communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong consulting mindset with a focus on business outcomes.
  • Exceptional stakeholder management abilities.
  • Strategic problem-solving and analytical thinking.
  • Ability to influence technical and business decision-makers.
  • Leadership and mentoring capabilities.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, client-facing environments.


Why Join Matrix Global Services?

Join a growing team delivering innovative Microsoft solutions for global clients. You'll have the opportunity to work on enterprise-scale digital transformation initiatives, leverage the latest Microsoft technologies, and help organizations unlock the full potential of the Power Platform and AI-driven automation

🚀 Why Join Us?

You’ll work with a talented global team, contribute to meaningful technical initiatives, and help shape a high‑performing DevOps culture.

Matrix is a global, dynamic, and fast‑growing technology services and consulting company with over 17,000 employees worldwide. Founded in 2001, Matrix has grown through significant organic expansion and strategic acquisitions, executing some of the largest and most impactful technology projects in the market.

We specialize in the design, development, and implementation of advanced technologies, software solutions, and digital products. Our services include infrastructure and consulting, IT outsourcing and offshore delivery, training and assimilation programs, and acting as a trusted implementation and delivery partner for the world’s leading software vendors.

With deep expertise across both the private and public sectors—spanning Finance, Telecom, Healthcare, Hi‑Tech, Education, Defense, and Security—Matrix serves a strong customer base in Israel alongside a continuously expanding global client portfolio.

At Matrix, our people are at the heart of our success. We are a community of talented, creative, and dedicated professionals who are passionate about innovation and excellence. We actively attract, develop, and retain top talent, recognizing that every employee’s contribution is critical to our continued growth and future success.

Matrix’s success is built on a challenging and engaging work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities. We foster a diverse, inclusive culture that encourages collaboration, continuous learning, and growth—together.

Join the winning team. Be challenged, grow your career, and enjoy the journey in a highly respected global organization.

To learn more, visit: www.matrix-ifs.com


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