CVS Health

Senior Engineering Manager API Platform

CVS Health$118K — $260K *
US-Anywhere
+ 4 other locationsRemote
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of leadership experience managing teams
  • 7+ years of building enterprise-grade applications at scale
  • 5+ years of experience with JavaScript
  • 3+ years of experience with TypeScript and Node.js
  • Familiarity with API gateway technologies like Kong or Apigee
  • Experience with distributed workflows and job-processing systems

Responsibilities

  • Design and operate backend APIs, focusing on GraphQL platforms
  • Set and monitor OKRs and KPIs for team performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategy and roadmap
  • Advocate for engineering best practices and developer experience
  • Mentor team members and foster a strong engineering culture
  • Participate in design and architecture discussions for API capabilities
  • Support the mental health and professional growth of team members

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off for personal and family needs
  • Retirement savings options
  • Wellness programs and resources to support well-being
  • Additional benefits detailed during the application process
Full Job Description
About The Role

At CVS Health, we're looking for an experienced Senior Engineering Manager passionate about making this the place for engineers to build enterprise grade API platform that directly integrates with API gateways such as APIGEE, APIM and Kong.

We're building out the API Platform to enable teams across the company to quickly and easily deliver experiences into the hands of our customers, all at the scale of a Fortune 6 company! The API Platform will be leveraged by thousands of engineers across CVS Health building APIs used by millions of customers. We need a strong technical leader for this high performing team who can advocate for best practices, and can collaborate with engineers, product managers, designers, architects and leadership to build API platform that our engineers want to use.

What We Expect of You
  • You have Proven experience designing and operating backend APIs at scale, especially GraphQL-based platforms
  • You have strong understanding of authentication and authorization patterns, including OAuth, OIDC, JWTs, and service-to-service security
  • You understand business outcomes and drive technical solutions to help achieve our goals.
  • You'll set OKRs with your team and ensure the health of those with KPIs
  • You'll partner with leaders across engineering, business, and product to build a strategy and roadmap
  • You'll collaborate with other teams across CVS Digital to ensure we're building a API platform with our engineer's needs in mind
  • You'll keep an eye out for new and emerging technologies that improve performance, delivery, and the developer experience
  • You'll hire and retain high performing, deeply technical engineers that care about building a great engineering culture
  • You'll lead a team of front-end and backend engineers as they build API platform for CVS Health engineers
  • You'll actively participate in the design and architecture process for new capabilities across teams.
  • You're a servant leader
  • You can rally your team around a shared vision, and you know what they need to be successful
  • You'll provide technical leadership, direction, clarity, and vision
  • You're an advocate of engineering best practices, including test coverage, clean code, security, and a11y
  • You're data-driven and can articulate the value our platform provides to engineering teams and CVS.
  • You coach and mentor team members and contribute to building a strong engineering culture
  • You care about the mental health and well-being of the engineers on your team. You create a supportive and safe environment, building trust with your engineers
  • You care about the career growth of the engineers on your team, and you'll provide them with feedback and help them to set attainable goals


Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of leadership experience, directly managing individual contributors
  • 7+ years of experience building enterprise grade applications at scale
  • 5+ years of experience with JavaScript
  • 3+ years of experience with TypeScript and modern Node.js backend development
  • Experience with API gateway technologies such as Kong, Apigee, or Azure API Management
  • Experience with distributed workflows, asynchronous orchestration, or job-processing systems such as Temporal or similar platforms


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Node.js
  • Experience building accessible web applications.
  • Exposure to GraphQL and RESTful web services
  • Experience working with a source versioning tool, such as Git
  • Experience with testing and proficiency with a testing framework (e.g., Jest, RTL, Cypress, Playwright).
  • Exposure to DevOps tools, processes, and culture (e.g. Kubernetes, Docker, GHA, etc.)
  • Experience working on a project using mature CI/CD practices


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


Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$118,450.00 - $260,590.00

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. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.

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: 10/01/2026

About CVS Health

Omnicare provides comprehensive pharmaceutical services to patients and providers across the United States. As the market-leader in professional pharmacy, related consulting and data management services for skilled nursing, assisted living and other chronic care settings, Omnicare leverages its unparalleled clinical insight into the geriatric market along with some of the industry's most innovative technological capabilities to the benefit of its long-term care customers. Omnicare also provides key commercialization services for the bio-pharmaceutical industry through its Specialty Care Group.

CVS Health Careers

Joining CVS Health presents a unique opportunity to advance your career in a company where innovation, leadership, and growth go hand in hand. As a leader in the healthcare industry, CVS Health is more than just a pharmacy. We are a team of professionals dedicated to improving lives and optimizing health outcomes.

Work You’ll Do

At CVS Health, you will be part of a culture that values diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment where every team member’s contribution is valued. Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts lives, driving innovation in healthcare services and solutions.

Explore Job Opportunities

Whether you’re looking for a position in pharmacy services, corporate leadership, or in-store management, CVS Health offers a variety of employment opportunities that will help you harness your skills and thrive professionally. Our job opportunities span across a wide range of professional fields and geographic locations, ensuring that your career at CVS Health aligns with your professional goals and lifestyle.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with CVS Health through our internship programs. These opportunities are designed for ambitious students eager to develop their skills in a real-world setting. Internships at CVS Health are not only about gaining work experience but also about making meaningful contributions to our ongoing projects.

Professional Growth and Development

CVS Health is committed to the professional growth of our employees. With access to cutting-edge technology, industry-leading experts, and comprehensive diversity training, our team members are equipped to lead and innovate. We support career advancement through professional development programs, leadership training, and opportunities for networking and internal mobility.

Benefits and Culture

Our employees enjoy a range of benefits that reflect our commitment to their well-being and success. From health and wellness benefits to professional development programs, CVS Health is dedicated to ensuring our team members have the resources they need. Our inclusive culture encourages collaboration and continuous learning, making CVS Health a place where you can grow and succeed.

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Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the open positions at CVS Health that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring and looking for passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players.

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Learn more about CVS Health
Size
300,000 employees
Market Cap
$122 billion
Industry
Net Income
$7.1 billion
Founded
1963
5 Year Trend
+10.5%
Revenue
$268.7 billion
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