Staff Software Development Engineer

CVS Health

Confirmed live yesterday High trust
Closes tomorrow Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
ILGeorgiaTXMassachusettsMarylandNYNorth CarolinaFloridaColoradoNew JerseyPennsylvaniaConnecticutRhode IslandDelaware
Salary
$106,605–$260,590 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
10 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Oct 9, 2026 (soon)

Market check

Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $210k
This role $184k
$87k most similar roles pay here $285k

This role pays less than 72% of similar roles. Most pay $182,425–$238,250 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $184k versus about $210k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

Employer

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 99 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,605–$260,590 across 97 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Staff Software Development Engineer

Staff Software Development Engineer joins the digital engineering team to design, develop, and implement complex digital solutions and systems. This role involves applying advanced technical expertise to architect and code software applications while conducting system testing and debugging. The engineer will collaborate with cross-functional teams and architects to provide input on technical feasibility, performance optimization, and scalability. Daily responsibilities include participating in code reviews, ensuring adherence to coding standards, and mentoring junior developers to improve their technical skills. The role requires proficiency in problem solving, decision making, and business intelligence. Preferred technical qualifications include experience with cloud systems such as GCP, AWS, or Azure, along with building systems that leverage GenAI capabilities. This position focuses on creating scalable software solutions to meet specific business requirements and quality standards within the digital engineering domain.

What does a Software Development Engineer earn?

Median $169050 from 204 postings across 16 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Architect and code software applications using advanced technical expertise to build scalable digital solutions.
  • Conduct system testing and debugging to ensure high-quality software delivery.
  • Participate in solution design and architecture discussions regarding feasibility, performance, and scalability.
  • Perform code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
  • Implement complex features and enhance existing functionality within the digital engineering projects.
  • Mentor junior developers to improve their technical skills and professional growth.
  • Promote the adoption of new technologies and tools to improve team productivity and code quality.

What we're looking for

  • 7-10 years of work experience.
  • Proficiency in problem solving and decision making.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a team environment.
  • Demonstrated growth mindset including agility and developing others.
  • Strong execution and delivery skills involving planning and supporting projects.
  • Expertise in business intelligence.
  • Experience across cloud systems like GCP, AWS, or Azure (preferred).
  • Experience building systems that leverage GenAI capabilities (preferred); Master's degree in Computer Science or related Engineering field (preferred).

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