CVS Health

Staff Software Development Engineer

CVS Health$118K — $284K *
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of software engineering experience from ideation to production deployment.
  • 7+ years of full software development life cycle experience including coding and code reviews.
  • 7+ years of experience in enterprise/web applications development.
  • 7+ years of full-stack development experience with a focus on Java-based backend technologies.
  • 5+ years of experience with public cloud services (Azure, GCP) and various development methodologies (Agile/DevOps).
  • Experience in creating and managing cloud storage and data workflows.

Responsibilities

  • Build and deploy applications using CI/CD processes on cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure.
  • Monitor application health and support troubleshooting of production issues.
  • Collaborate with application and business partners on technical solutions.
  • Contribute to project requirements and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Engage in Agile Scrum activities including various team meetings.
  • Design and implement scalable solutions aligned with business needs.
  • Mentor junior developers and participate in code reviews to ensure quality standards.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off and wellness programs.
  • Retirement savings options available.
  • Resources to support the emotional and financial wellbeing of employees.
Full Job Description

Position Summary

CVS Health Digital is seekinga Staff Software Development Engineer. The Staff Software Development Engineer will be responsible for end-to-end application development & delivery including production deployment, application operationalization, and observability. In this role, the right candidate will be a technologist and work with other Engineers in planning, prioritizing and performing assigned tasks within deadlines.



The Staff Software Development Engineer will develop data pipelines to ingest, process and broadcast data across heterogenous databases. The right candidate will develop data pipelines to ingest, process and broadcast data across heterogenous databases. The Staff Software Development Engineer will be an advocate for and implementer of security best practices

What you will do

  • Build and deploy using GitHub, CircleCI, Harness as part of CI/CD process in leading Cloud Platforms - AWS, GCP or Azure etc

  • Continuously check and monitor App health and KPIs, support triage of any production issues as and when needed

  • Partner with application owners, business partners and peer groups regarding long and short-range technical solutions that meet business requirements

  • Analyze and contribute to project and business requirements based on product team milestones and priority

  • Actively participate in Agile Scrum team activities including Sprint Planning, Grooming, Scrum, Reviews and Retrospectives

  • Leverage expertise to design and implement efficient and scalable solutions that meet business requirements and quality standards

  • Contributes to solution design and architecture discussions, collaborating with architects and senior engineers

  • Provide input on technical feasibility, performance optimization, and scalability considerations to ensure that the overall solution meets the desired objectives

  • Participate in code reviews and ensures adherence to coding standards, best practices, and quality guidelines

  • Communicate and coordinates with team members to ensure alignment, provide technical insights, and contribute to decision-making processes

  • Contribute to the adoption of best practices, new technologies, and tools to enhance productivity, efficiency, and code quality

  • Participate in knowledge sharing activities, such as code reviews, tech talks, and workshops, to foster a culture of learning and collaboration within the team

  • Work with other developers and team members to implement complex features, enhance existing functionality, and ensure the delivery of high-quality code

  • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers, helping them improve their technical skills and grow professionally

Required Qualifications

  • 7+ years experience in software engineering from ideation to production deployment of software

  • 7+ years experience in full software development life cycle including ideation, coding, coding standards, testing, code reviews and production deployments

  • 7+ years of software development experience in enterprise/web applications

  • 7+ years of experience as full stack developer in Java-based technologies with focus on backend

  • 5+ years of experience with Azure, GCP or other public cloud services, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), SaaS application development/support, CI/CD practices, containerization, Kubernetes, and Agile/DevOps methodologies

  • 5+ years9 experience with Agile methodologies and familiarity with product management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Rally, or equivalent product engineering collaboration tools

  • Experience in creating/managing GCP Storage Buckets, Composer workflows, Dataflow jobs, Cloud Scheduler, IAM (Service Account/Roles) Management

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in Writing automated unit and mock test cases for code coverage

  • Deployment and troubleshooting application in Cloud environment (GCP)

  • Experience with Kubernetes (GCP -GKE), Dataflow, Airflow, Google Spanner, MongoDb, Oracle, Postgres SQL, SOAP services, DevOps:: Github and Github Actions

  • Experience in log ingestion and building dashboards using Prometheus and Grafana

  • Proficiency in SQL and NoSQL database technologies

  • Query and decipher logging entries by application tiers and components using trace logs

  • Form requests in tooling like Postman , SOAP UI to invoke API endpoints

  • Experience working in a Scrum/Agile development methodology

  • Ability to work independently and part of a team

  • Expert Java programming knowledge on latest JDK versions, Spring framework

  • Knowledge of open-source packages especially those provided by Apache, Google, and Spring

  • Database knowledge 6 SQL, NoSQL, table structure, data relationships

  • Familiarity with GraphQL/gRPC

  • In-depth experience with building application programming interfaces (API) and frameworks

  • Experience with API security, analytics, throttling, caching, logging, request and response modifications

  • Extensive experience on Monolith to Microservices Migration

  • Extensive experience of Microservices Patterns and its right implementation

  • Extensive experience of the Cloud Native Development practices and 12 factor apps development

  • Healthcare Domain experience


Education

  • Bachelors 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 - $284,280.00


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 companys equity award program.

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 full9time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well9being 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: 06/01/2026

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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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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