Senior Software Development Engineer

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.

The Senior Software Development Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, and implementation of innovative digital solutions that power exceptional member experiences. In this role, you will leverage advanced technical expertise to architect and build cloud-native, microservices-based applications with a strong emphasis on event-driven architecture, modern technology stacks, and emerging AI technologies. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams across Digital, Data and Analytics, and Platform Engineering to drive innovation and shape the overall technical direction of our digital engineering initiatives.

This position also involves contributing to technical direction, mentoring peers, and partnering with architects and product teams to translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who takes ownership of the full software lifecycle - from design through deployment and operations - and brings a collaborative, problem-solving mindset to every challenge.

• 5+ years of experience with Node.js, JavaScript, Spring Boot and TypeScript
• 3+ years of experience building and deploying cloud-based solutions (GCP, AWS or Azure)
• 2+ years of experience with one of the following front end technologies: Angular, Flutter or React
• 2+ years of experience designing, developing, and deploying microservices-based applications, ensuring scalability and maintainability

• Proficiency in testing frameworks and methodologies, including unit testing, integration testing, and code review practices to ensure enterprise-grade code quality
• Hands on experience with relational and non-relational databases (PostgreSQL, Redis, OpenSearch, MongoDB), including data modeling and query optimization
• Experience with event-driven services and architectures, including message brokers and event streaming platforms such as Apache Kafka
• Experience building RESTful APIs, including middleware implementation and routing (e.g., Express framework)
• Proficient understanding of SQL and NoSQL database technologies, including cloud-native database services
• Familiarity with emerging AI technologies and their practical applications in software development
• Experience with serverless architectures and cloud-native design patterns
• Familiarity with open-source frameworks and modern development tooling
• Working knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban), including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives
• Proven ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, fostering a collaborative environment and contributing to team success
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions under time pressure

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience)

The typical pay range for this role is:

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls.  The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.  This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. 
 

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