Senior Systems Engineer, Logistics Open Systems

CVS Health

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Work type
Remote
Location
IL
Salary
$92,700–$203,940 / yr
Posted
17 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 3, 2026

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $162k
This role $148k
$79k most similar roles pay here $217k

This role pays less than 60% of similar roles. Most pay $130,702–$193,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $148k versus about $162k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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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 88 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,450–$284,280 across 84 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Systems Engineer, Logistics Open Systems

Senior Systems Engineer Logistics Open Systems serves as a technical leader within the Logistics Open Systems organization, focusing on the architecture, development, integration, and support of automated distribution center technology platforms. The role involves managing Warehouse Execution Systems, Warehouse Control Systems, AutoStore automation, industrial controls, conveyor systems, Pick-to-Light technologies, and Ignition HMI platforms across a distribution network. Responsibilities include providing Tier III support for mission-critical supply chain systems in 24x7 environments, performing root cause analysis on production incidents, and leading large-scale projects for distribution center modernization. The position requires expertise in application logs, database activity, message queues, interface traffic, and PLC communication. This role addresses the technical challenges of order fulfillment, inventory movement, automation orchestration, and operational modernization by coordinating with vendors and internal teams to ensure high availability and system reliability.

What does a Systems Engineer earn?

Median $158250 from 186 postings across 30 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Provide Tier III support for mission-critical Warehouse Execution (WES) and Warehouse Control Systems (WCS).
  • Lead root cause analysis for production incidents involving automation, industrial controls, and conveyor systems.
  • Manage the architecture, development, and integration of automated distribution center technology platforms.
  • Support the expansion, optimization, and operational readiness of AutoStore robotics environments.
  • Design infrastructure, control, and networking improvements to support warehouse automation growth.
  • Lead large-scale projects for distribution center modernization and emerging logistics technology evaluations.
  • Create technical documentation, deployment procedures, and testing strategies for system integrations.
  • Execute disaster recovery and business continuity procedures in 24x7 fulfillment environments.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (High school diploma plus 4 years relevant work experience).
  • 5+ years of experience supporting enterprise applications, automation platforms, or logistics technology environments.
  • 5+ years of experience with Warehouse Management, Warehouse Execution, or Warehouse Control Systems.
  • Experience supporting high-availability production systems in a 24x7 operational environment.
  • Demonstrated success delivering large-scale software implementations and system integrations.
  • Expertise in troubleshooting automation, industrial controls, conveyor systems, and Ignition HMI platforms.
  • Ability to lead root cause analysis for production incidents involving PLC communication and message queues.
  • Experience supporting AutoStore environments and partnering with robotics vendors.

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