Staff Software Development Engineer

CVS Health

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Closes in 5 days Remote

Quick summary

Work type: Remote
Location: ILARGATXMDMANYNCFLCONJPACTRI
Salary: $106,605–$260,590 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 6 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Closes: Oct 9, 2026 (soon)
Nearby: 86 roles within 25 mi

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $210k

This role $184k

$88k most similar roles pay here $279k

This role pays less than 72% of similar roles. Most pay $180,840–$239,312 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $184k versus about $210k 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 99 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,605–$260,590 across 96 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Staff Software Development Engineer

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As a Staff Software Development Engineer, you will join the digital engineering team to design, develop, and implement complex software applications and systems. You will apply advanced technical expertise to architect solutions, conduct system testing and debugging, and contribute to the overall technical direction of projects. Your daily responsibilities include collaborating with cross-functional teams on solution architecture, performing code reviews, ensuring adherence to quality standards, and providing mentorship to junior developers. The role requires proficiency in building scalable systems, potentially utilizing cloud platforms like GCP, AWS, or Azure, as well as integrating GenAI capabilities. You will solve technical challenges related to performance optimization and scalability while fostering a culture of learning through tech talks and workshops. This position focuses on delivering high-quality code for digital solutions within the healthcare technology domain.

What does a Software Development Engineer earn?

Median $169050 from 203 postings across 17 companies.

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Skills

GCP AWS Azure GenAI System Testing Debugging Performance Optimization Scalability Code Review Business Intelligence

What you'll do

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

What we're looking for

7-10 years of work experience.
Proficiency in problem solving and decision making.
Ability to collaborate effectively and work within a team.
Demonstrated growth mindset including agility and developing others.
Strong execution and delivery skills including planning and supporting projects.
Proficiency 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 other relevant Engineering backgrounds (preferred).

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