CVS Health

Staff Software Engineer

CVS Health$130K — $260K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Massachusetts, US
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of software development experience with enterprise-scale distributed systems
  • 8+ years developing user-facing applications with React, JavaScript, and TypeScript
  • 8+ years architecting frontend frameworks and micro-frontend patterns
  • 3+ years designing solutions in public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or similar)
  • 3+ years applying best practices for security, availability, and performance in production systems
  • Experience with AI solutions including generative AI and intelligent automation
  • Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives and influence direction without formal authority

Responsibilities

  • Set and drive the technical vision for cloud platforms and web applications
  • Architect greenfield initiatives, defining frontend architecture and API patterns
  • Act as a senior authority on high-impact, cross-team initiatives
  • Design proprietary frameworks and developer tooling for accelerated delivery
  • Lead solutions from prototype to production ensuring operational readiness
  • Deploy observability strategies across distributed services
  • Design CI/CD workflows and release strategies using modern tools
  • Integrate generative AI solutions into workflows and automation
  • Mentor senior engineers and foster cross-team collaboration
  • Drive adoption of new platforms through presentations and community engagement

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid time off and retirement savings options
  • Wellness programs and resources to support well-being
  • Eligibility for uncapped bonuses and commission
  • Participation in the company's equity award program
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY

As a Staff Software Engineer, you will define and drive the technical direction for modern, cloud-native applications across web and mobile platforms, with deep expertise in React and modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks. Operating as a senior individual contributor and technical leader, you will partner closely with product, architecture, and engineering leadership to make pragmatic, high-impact design decisions that balance speed, quality, and long-term maintainability.

You will remain hands-on with critical-path systems while mentoring senior and other engineers, translating prototypes into scalable, production-grade platforms. You will establish clear expectations for reliability, security, performance, and operability, ensuring strong engineering fundamentals -- such as testing, observability, and CI/CD -- are embedded from day one. Through technical leadership, collaboration, and example, you will elevate engineering quality, accelerate delivery, and foster a culture of craftsmanship, learning, and continuous improvement.

Expectations for the Role

- Set and drive the technical vision across cloud platforms and front-end web applications, aligning architecture, standards, and execution

- Architect greenfield initiatives from the ground up, defining frontend architecture, API integration patterns, and cross-team engineering standards

- Serve as a senior technical authority for high-impact, cross-team initiatives, guiding architecture, design decisions, and engineering best practices

- Design and evolve proprietary frameworks and developer tooling (CLIs, build systems, scaffolding tools) that accelerate delivery across engineering teams

- Lead solutions from prototype to production, ensuring performance, security, reliability, scalability, and operational readiness

- Deploy full-stack observability strategies using OpenTelemetry, Grafana, and centralized monitoring across distributed services

- Design CI/CD workflows and release strategies using GitHub Actions, Jenkins, and containerized deployment pipelines

- Define and influence platform, framework, and tooling direction in partnership with engineering leadership, product teams, and the open-source community

- Design and integrate generative AI solutions, including LLM-powered workflows, AI-driven prototyping, and intelligent automation

- Mentor senior engineers and foster cross-functional collaboration while staying current with emerging technologies and driving innovation

- Drive adoption of new platforms and frameworks through technical presentations, documentation, and developer community engagement

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

8+ years of professional software development experience, including hands-on Agile delivery of enterprise-scale, distributed systems

8+ years developing user-facing applications using React, JavaScript, and TypeScript across high-traffic web platforms

8+ years of experience architecting frontend frameworks, micro-frontend (MFE) patterns, and developer tooling at enterprise scale

3+ years designing and building solutions in public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or equivalent), including containerized deployments with Docker and Kubernetes

3+ years applying best practices for security, availability, resiliency, scalability, and performance in production systems

Experience designing or integrating AI and generative AI solutions, including LangGraph workflows, LLM APIs, and intelligent automation

Proven ability to lead complex technical initiatives and influence engineering direction without relying on formal authority

- Deep experience with CI/CD pipeline design, build system architecture, and migration strategies across enterprise toolchains

- Hands-on experience with full-stack observability: OpenTelemetry instrumentation, Grafana dashboards, and cross-service monitoring

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience in the health, wellness, or pharmacy domain

- Experience modernizing legacy systems, including backend migrations (e.g., Flask to FastAPI) and frontend framework evolution

- Full-stack development experience spanning React, Node.js, Python (FastAPI/Django), relational and NoSQL databases, and cloud services

- Experience building browser developer tools or extensions

- Contributions to open-source projects, published technical content, or community presentations

- Strong cross-functional communication skills with the ability to align stakeholders and drive outcomes across organizational boundaries

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, engineering, or similar

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: 06/25/2026

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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