Principal Software Development Engineer

CVS Health

Remote

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Work type
Remote
Location
Woonsocket, RI
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
Jul 6, 2026

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About CVS Health

CVS Health is a leading American healthcare company operating retail pharmacies, pharmacy benefit management services, and a health insurance segment through Aetna, one of the nation''s largest health insurers. Industry: Healthcare & Pharmacy

CVS Health currently has 409 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,450–$284,280 across 135 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Principal Software Development Engineer

CVS Pharmacy, Inc., a CVS Health company, seeks a Principal Software Development Engineer in Woonsocket, RI, with telecommuting options available. This senior-level role involves designing and developing software applications and platforms to support digital strategies and solutions within the healthcare industry. The ideal candidate will set priorities and strategy for the software development organization, focusing on scalable and innovative technologies. Key responsibilities include working with Java, Python, or Node.js, utilizing TypeScript or object-oriented JavaScript, and designing data architectures such as data pipelines, distributed computing engines, and machine learning infrastructure. Experience in J2EE is also essential. The position requires a Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field and at least two years of relevant experience.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop software applications using Java, Python, or Node.js.
  • Create data architectures including data pipelines and distributed computing engines.
  • Implement machine learning infrastructure for digital strategies and solutions.
  • Set priorities and strategy for the software development organization.
  • Develop typescript or object-oriented JavaScript solutions for platforms.

What we're looking for

  • Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field required.
  • 2+ years of experience in software development engineering.
  • Proficiency in Java, Python, Node.js, and TypeScript.
  • Expertise in designing data architectures and machine learning infrastructure.
  • Experience with J2EE and object-oriented JavaScript.

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