CVS Health

Senior Manager - Software Development Engineering

CVS Health$106K — $260K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of SAP CAR experience, including 2+ years leading projects and managing teams.
  • Experience with vendor-hosted Finance applications.
  • Background in partnering with Finance and other business areas.
  • Track record of managing retail finance application portfolios in regulated environments.
  • Strong knowledge of compliance, audit, and risk management frameworks.
  • Experience managing budgets for software portfolios.
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

  • Own application stability and drive timely resolution of complex production issues.
  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle from requirements to ongoing support.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into technical solutions.
  • Manage delivery planning, technical execution, and dependency management.
  • Evaluate and implement emerging technologies and engineering best practices.
  • Lead, coach, and develop engineering teams while promoting accountability and collaboration.
  • Establish engineering goals aligned with business outcomes.
  • Provide technical direction and architecture guidance for application modernization.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Retirement savings options to support future financial health.
  • Wellness programs to promote physical and emotional well-being.
  • Various resources to support colleagues and their families.
Full Job Description
Position Summary

CVS Health is looking for a hands-on Senior Manager - Software Development Engineering to lead application delivery, production stability, and engineering execution for critical digital and enterprise platforms. This role combines people leadership, technical oversight, and cross-functional partnership to ensure applications are reliable, scalable, and aligned with business needs.

The Manager will oversee the full software development lifecycle, guide technical decision-making, and support a high-performing team focused on modernization, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. This leader will work closely with Product, Data, Infrastructure, and business partners to deliver integrated solutions that improve performance, reduce risk, and support innovation across the organization.

Key Responsibilities
  • Own application stability and risk mitigation by proactively identifying vulnerabilities, leading root cause analysis, and driving timely resolution of complex production issues.
  • Oversee the full software development lifecycle, including requirements, design, development, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
  • Partner cross-functionally with Product, Data, Infrastructure, and business stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.
  • Drive delivery planning, technical execution, and dependency management to maintain efficient and reliable implementation timelines.
  • Evaluate and adopt emerging technologies, frameworks, and engineering best practices to improve application performance and team productivity.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a team of engineers, fostering a culture of accountability, technical excellence, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.
  • Establish measurable engineering and operational goals aligned with business outcomes.
  • Provide hands-on technical direction and architecture guidance to support application modernization and long-term platform health.
  • Ensure governance, risk management, and compliance, including audit readiness and adherence to enterprise policies (e.g., SOX, security standards)
    • Drive delivery excellence across cross-functional initiatives, ensuring ensuring high-quality, timely, and cost-effective outcomes.


Required Qualifications
• 5+ years of SAP CAR experience including 2+ years experience of leading projects and managing direct reports.
• Experience supporting vendor hosted Finance applications.
• Experience supporting or partnering with Finance organization and other business areas.
• Experience managing a retail finance application portfolio in a regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of compliance, audit, and risk management frameworks.
• Experience managing budgets for the portfolio.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Adept at collaboration and teamwork.
• Mastery of problem solving and decision making skills
• Mastery of growth mindset (agility and developing yourself and others) skills.

Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with cloud platforms and modern application architectures.
• Demonstrated experience leading transformation and modernization efforts.

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred/specialized training/relevant professional qualification.

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$106,605.00 - $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: 08/31/2026

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.

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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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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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