CVS Health

Staff Software Development Engineer

CVS Health$130K — $260K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Rhode Island, US
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in software development for enterprise, web, or cloud applications
  • 5+ years with Java, J2EE, Spring Boot or similar technologies
  • 3+ years experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP, or Azure

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop scalable cloud services
  • Apply software engineering best practices through the development lifecycle
  • Collaborate to resolve complex data and service issues
  • Partner with business management to prioritize improvement opportunities
  • Implement microservices patterns for integration
  • Design real-time data streaming from databases to analytics
  • Provide maintenance and enhancements for existing systems
  • Assist in risk assessments and technical audits

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement savings options
  • Wellness programs
  • Resources for overall well-being
Full Job Description
Position Summary:
CVS Health Digital is looking for an individual contributor with Java/J2EE and Spring boot development experience to help build our next-generation platform to promote the delivery of use cases into products focused on helping people live healthier lives. We love to collaborate and help each other and we want someone to share that ideology. The Staff Development Engineer will be a hands-on, individual contributor working on cutting-edge applications and products. You will brainstorm with architects, product managers, data scientists and fellow engineers to build data products used improve the health outcomes of millions of people. The right candidate will be a strong Analytical thinker and be able to simplify complex problems, processes or projects into component parts explore and evaluate them systematically.

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop cloud scalable services in a containerized and CI/CD environment
  • Experience with professional software engineering best practices for the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing and operations
  • Collaborate in solving problems complex data, features, service, platform issues and perform root cause analysis to proactively resolve product and operational issues
  • Partner with business and product management counterparts to define and prioritize opportunities to improve value creation and align on shared KPIs to measure success
  • Implement Circuit Breakers and Service Discovery patterns for the Microservices and ensure that patterns are stringently followed for every integration inbound to/outbound from Microservices
  • Design and implement real-time Streaming of data from No-SQL/SQL databases to analytics
  • Work with business users, project managers and other engineers to achieve elegant solutions that would reduce cost, expenses and time to market
  • Provide ongoing maintenance, support and enhancements in existing systems and platforms
  • Assist in risk assessment, Tech audits and mitigation activities


Required Qualifications:
  • 7+ years of software development in enterprise / web / cloud applications
  • 5+ years experience with one of the following programming languages/tools: Java, J2EE, Spring boot, Reactive programming, Caching Strategies, Kubernetes or Kafka
  • 3+ years of experience with cloud computing technologies such as AWS or GCP or Azure or similar public cloud environments


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experiencing architecting, designing, delivering and operationalizing scalable microservices-based web/ webservices applications in cloud native environments
  • Experience with build automation technologies like Maven, Gradle, Jenkins, Harness, GHA
  • Expert knowledge with functional, imperative and object-oriented languages and methodologies
  • Experience with Cassandra and Postgres
  • Experience with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks
  • Experience in performance tuning and code optimization
  • Individually motivated to be able to see the big picture and prioritize their work to make the largest impact on the business and customers vision and requirements
  • Analytical thinking - able to simplify complex problems, processes or projects into component parts explore and evaluate them systematically
  • Hands-on experience with AI-driven code generation tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, or similar platforms


Education:
  • Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience)


Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$130,295.00 - $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: 06/14/2026

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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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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