CVS Health

Senior Software Development Engineer

CVS Health$101K — $203K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Connecticut, US
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of software engineering experience through the full software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Proficient in Java, Spring Boot, and API development with a focus on best coding practices.
  • Hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) services like Dataflow and Composer.
  • Skilled in developing RESTful APIs and microservices alongside maintaining ETL/data quality pipelines.
  • Experience coordinating release cycles, managing dependencies, and ensuring readiness for production deployments.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs for high-performance applications.
  • Ensure well-coordinated release processes and successful production deployments.
  • Monitor production systems and triage issues proactively to maintain operational excellence.
  • Lead technical discussions and clarify requirements in cross-functional team settings.
  • Support junior engineers in their professional development and technical challenges.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off for personal and family health needs.
  • Retirement savings options to support future financial stability.
  • Wellness programs and additional resources for overall well-being.
Full Job Description

Position Summary

As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will play a crucial role within a collaborative team and will design, develop, and maintain backend services and APIs while also ensuring that releases are well-coordinated, fully prepared, and successfully deployed to production. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise in modern backend development, excellent problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to production monitoring, issue triage, and cross-team coordination. This position is critical in maintaining high engineering standards, ensuring smooth release cycles, and driving operational excellence across the development lifecycle.

Required Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience with end-to-end software engineering across the full SDLC.
  • Strong foundation in software engineering: problem solving, data structures, algorithms,  patterns, concurrency.
  • Strong in Java, Spring Boot, API development, JUnit testing, and coding best practices.
  • Hands-on experience with GCP services such as Storage Buckets, Composer, Dataflow, and IAM.
  • Experience developing and maintaining RESTful APIs, microservices, and backend systems.
  • Experience building and maintaining ETL/data quality pipelines.
  • Proficient with Kubernetes, Apigee, GKE, Airflow.
  • Proficient with Relational and Non-Relational databases - MongoDB, and SQL/Postgres.
  • Familiar with DevOps tools (Git, Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
  • Strong in automated testing and OAuth2/JWT-based authentication.
  • Skilled in logging/monitoring using Prometheus, Grafana, and trace logs.
  • Experience coordinating release cycles, preparing release notes, and ensuring all development tasks and dependencies are tracked.
  • Ability to ensure features, bug fixes, and tasks are in a “release-ready” state with proper documentation, testing, and approvals.
  • Experience supporting production deployments and post-deployment validations.
  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Ability to lead technical discussions, clarify requirements, and support junior engineers.
  • Strong sense of ownership and ability to operate independently with minimal guidance.

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with an Application and Performance Monitoring platform.
  • Experience establishing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines.
  • Knowledge of message queues and event-driven architectures (Pub/Sub, Kafka, etc.).
  • Experience with SRE or DevOps practices, including incident management and root-cause analysis.
  • Knowledge of APIGee, Python.
  • Strong understanding of agile methodologies and sprint planning best practices
  • Healthcare domain experience is preferred.

 

 

 

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related degree; or equivalent experience

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$101,970.00 - $203,940.00

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. 
 

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: 06/12/2026

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.

Join Our Team

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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