CVS Health

Staff Software Development Engineer

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

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of full stack software engineering experience, focusing on UI/front-end development (React or Angular) and back-end services.
  • 5+ years of experience with modern languages (Python, Java, TypeScript, or JavaScript), showcasing a strong ability to write and manage production code.
  • 5+ years of experience building APIs and microservices, with hands-on experience in complex microservice architectures at scale.
  • 2+ years of experience implementing large language models (LLMs) into production, including prompt engineering and ML concepts.
  • 2+ years of experience in the GCP ecosystem with hands-on development using BigTable, Spanner, GKE, and Cloud Functions.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the UM squad technically from end-to-end, setting direction and owning outcomes across the full stack.
  • Write and contribute production-quality code on a daily basis, demonstrating a hands-on engineering leadership role.
  • Drive the UI architecture and development for the UM application, focusing on intuitive and accessible front-end user experiences.
  • Guide junior developers through debugging and delivery, actively contributing to the development process.
  • Design and integrate LLM-based solutions into UM workflows, leveraging ML knowledge.
  • Architect and manage complex microservice frameworks to ensure resilience and observability.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to translate complex workflows into clear user-centered requirements.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Paid time off for work-life balance.
  • Retirement savings options to plan for the future.
  • Wellness programs aimed at supporting overall health.
Full Job Description
Position Summary:

If you're eager to make a real impact in the healthcare industry through meaningful contributions, explore a role in technology with CVS Health. Our journey calls for technical innovators and UI visionaries: come help us shape the future of care delivery.

At CVS Health, we are driven by a vision to redefine healthcare in America by placing people at the forefront of everything we build. We're seeking an experienced, hands-on full stack engineer with a strong UI background who shares our commitment to engineering excellence and innovation. As part of our Utilization Management (UM) team, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to modernizing and advancing technologies that directly impact patient care and clinical workflows.

As a Staff Full Stack Engineer at CVS Health, you'll serve as the technical leader for the UM squad - owning the end-to-end delivery of high-quality software that enhances clinician and member experiences. This is a deeply hands-on role: you will be writing, reviewing, and owning production code every day while simultaneously leading the squad. You'll drive all phases of software engineering, from requirements analysis to production deployment, while championing agile methodologies and engineering best practices. You will be the go-to technical authority for the squad, mentoring engineers, making architectural decisions, and ensuring the team delivers with quality on aggressive timelines.

In this role, you will:
  • Lead the UM squad technically end-to-end - setting direction, removing blockers, and owning outcomes across the full stack.
  • Actively write and contribute production-quality code daily - this is a hands-on engineering leadership role.
  • Drive UI architecture and development for the UM application, with a strong emphasis on building intuitive, accessible, and performant front-end experiences using React or Angular.
  • Be hands-on in the development process, actively contributing code and guiding junior developers through debugging and delivery.
  • Design, implement, and integrate LLM-based solutions into UM workflows, applying hands-on knowledge of ML concepts such as prompt engineering, fine-tuning, embeddings, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG).
  • Architect and manage complex microservice frameworks, ensuring services are well-defined, independently deployable, resilient, and observable at scale.
  • Partner with product managers and clinical stakeholders to translate complex UM workflows into clear, user-centered requirements and designs.
  • Own architectural decisions across both UI and backend systems, ensuring scalability, maintainability, and reliability.
  • Perform release management and coordinate deployments across environments.
  • Champion observability, testing, and operational excellence to ensure 24/7 uptime for critical healthcare workflows.


Required Qualifications:
  • 5+ years of full stack software engineering experience, with demonstrable depth in UI/front-end development (React or Angular required) and back end services.
  • 5+ years of experience in one or more modern languages such as Python, Java, TypeScript, or JavaScript - with a track record of writing and owning production code.
  • 5+ years of experience building APIs, microservices, and modern software patterns; including hands-on experience designing and operating complex microservice architectures at scale.
  • 5+ years of experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerized applications, and UI frameworks (React/Angular).
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with LLM implementation - including integrating large language models into production applications, prompt engineering, and working knowledge of ML concepts such as embeddings, RAG, fine-tuning, or model evaluation.
  • 2+ years of experience in the GCP ecosystem with hands-on development using BigTable, Spanner, GKE, and Cloud Functions.
  • 2+ years of experience building observable, fault-tolerant systems for 24/7 availability.
  • 2+ years of experience leading or mentoring a squad or team of engineers, driving delivery on complex initiatives.
  • 1+ year of experience gathering complex requirements and managing relationships with business and clinical stakeholders.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proven ability to lead a full squad independently - setting technical standards, unblocking engineers, and owning delivery - while remaining a active, contributing engineer.
  • Strong UX sensibility with experience designing workflows for complex enterprise or clinical applications.
  • Familiarity with microservice patterns such as service mesh, event-driven architecture, circuit breakers, and distributed tracing.
  • Experience with AI/ML frameworks and tooling (LangChain, LlamaIndex, Vertex AI, OpenAI APIs, HuggingFace, etc.).
  • Familiarity with all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical decisions for non-technical partners.
  • Experience with GCP architecture, optimization patterns, and data engineering.
  • Working knowledge of CI/CD tools: GIT, Bitbucket, Artifactory, Jenkins, etc.
  • Previous healthcare or utilization management domain knowledge strongly preferred.


Education:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, Data Analytics, Machine Learning, or related field required. Master's Degree preferred.

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 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.

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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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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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