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.

Position Summary

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.

 

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on enterprise-level digital solutions.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Node.js, JavaScript, and TypeScript, including strong proficiency in asynchronous programming and server-side application development.
• 2+ years of experience building and deploying cloud-based solutions, with preference for AWS.
• Demonstrated 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), particularly deploying and managing microservices on AWS.
• 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.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (Highschool diploma plus 4 years relevant work experience)

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$92,700.00 - $185,400.00

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. 
 

Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.

Great benefits for great people

We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.

This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.

Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/23/2026

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.