About the Role

We are building modern, reliable software that makes work simpler and more powerful—and we are looking for a Senior Application Developer who is excited to shape how enterprise applications are designed, built, and scaled. In this role, you will bring deep technical expertise and thoughtful problem-solving to complex systems, while partnering closely with teammates who value learning, ownership, and shared success. If you enjoy turning tough challenges into elegant solutions and want to grow alongside ambitious, compassionate experts, this role is for you.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable, secure enterprise applications that solve real business problems and stand the test of growth

• Translate complex requirements into clean, maintainable architecture using modern web and backend technologies

• Lead technical decision-making that improves performance, reliability, and long-term sustainability of applications

• Optimize database performance through advanced SQL design and tuning to support high-volume, mission-critical systems

• Champion software quality by setting strong standards for testing, documentation, and code reviews

• Collaborate across product, engineering, and operations teams to deliver user-centered solutions with measurable impact

• Mentor other developers by sharing knowledge, promoting best practices, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement

• Contribute to DevOps and automation efforts that streamline delivery and increase system resilience

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in application development, including experience working on enterprise-scale systems

• Strong hands-on expertise with Node.js/JavaScript, Python, RESTful APIs, JSON, Oracle, and MySQL

• Proven ability to design and optimize complex SQL queries for performance and scalability

• Extensive experience developing and supporting applications in Linux environments, including shell scripting

• Experience contributing to architecture discussions and leading or influencing technical decisions

• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Clear, confident communication skills and a passion for building intuitive, user-first applications

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience)

• Experience with Docker, Jenkins, Okta, and modern CI/CD pipelines

• Familiarity with Agile development practices and DevOps principles

• A proactive, ownership-driven mindset with a desire to continuously learn and improve

• Appreciation for user experience principles and designing software that is both powerful and easy to use

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 103,100 - 171,900 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, paid holidays, and leaves of absence. For more details on our employee benefits programs, .