The third quarter of 2025 showcased a dynamic and evolving landscape within the ServiceNow job market. With a total of 10,996 job postings recorded, the period reflected sustained activity. This commentary delves into the critical trends, top roles, essential skills, and compensation shifts that defined the Q3 2025 tech hiring environment.

In Q3 2025, the most common ServiceNow-related role types highlighted growing demand across both development and implementation tracks. Application Developer positions led the market with 1,739 postings, followed by Implementer roles with 1,458, and Support Specialist positions with 1,247. Sales and System Administrator roles rounded out the top categories with 1,076 and 322 postings, respectively.

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In Q3 2025, ServiceNow salary trends showed significant variation across currencies and pay periods. For roles listed in United States Dollars (USD), average yearly salaries ranged from $125,680 to $194,495, reflecting continued demand for experienced ServiceNow professionals in North America. Hourly rates averaged between $34.67 and $40.67, based on global postings referencing ServiceNow expertise. These figures highlight the competitive compensation landscape for ServiceNow talent worldwide.

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In Q3 2025, the most in-demand ServiceNow certifications reflected ongoing demand for core platform expertise. The Certified Implementation Specialist – IT Service Management (CIS-ITSM) credential led the field with 2,572 mentions across global job postings. It was followed by the Certified System Administrator (CSA) with 966 mentions, the Certified Application Developer (CAD) with 945, the Certified Implementation Specialist – Discovery (CIS-DISCO) with 873, and the Certified Implementation Specialist – Human Resources (CIS-HR) with 603.

These trends confirm that ServiceNow professionals holding CIS-ITSM, CSA, or CAD certifications remain among the most sought-after candidates in the global job market.

In Q3 2025, the top global locations for ServiceNow job postings were concentrated in India and the United States. Bengaluru (Bangalore), Karnataka, India led the list with a combined 866 postings, underscoring its position as a global ServiceNow talent hub. Santa Clara, California, United States followed with 483 openings, while Hyderabad, Telangana, India ranked third with 455. San Diego, California came next with 348 postings, rounding out the top four locations driving ServiceNow hiring demand worldwide.

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n Q3 2025, the top companies hiring for ServiceNow-related roles varied by employment type. Among platform employers, ServiceNow led the field with 3,928 job postings worldwide. In the consulting sector, KPMG Global Services ranked highest with 222 postings, reflecting consistent demand for ServiceNow implementation expertise. For direct-hire positions, Aya Healthcare posted 81 openings, while ActioNet, Inc. led in hybrid direct-hire and consulting opportunities with 60 postings. Within recruiter-driven listings, Usercentrics topped the category with 58 ServiceNow-related job postings.