Staff Software Development Engineer

CVS Health

Hybrid

Quick summary

Work type
Hybrid
Location
Woonsocket, RIParsippany, NJBoston, MARichardson, TX
Salary
$118,450–$284,280 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Closes
Aug 28, 2026

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How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $187k
This role $201k
$99k most similar roles pay here $304k

This role pays more than 62% of similar roles. Most pay $156,000–$217,725 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $201k versus about $187k 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 143 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $118,450–$284,280 across 140 roles with salary data.

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At a glance

TL;DR · Staff Software Development Engineer

CVS Health is seeking a Staff Software Development Engineer to join its dynamic and innovative team as both a Technical Lead and Individual Contributor, focusing on building the next-generation platform for health care solutions. This role involves designing and developing complex backend systems using Java, Spring, and microservices, collaborating with architects, product managers, and data scientists to enhance digital products that improve health outcomes for millions of people. The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in large-scale software development, expertise in cloud platforms like AWS or GCP, and a strong background in OOPs and design patterns. Additionally, familiarity with regulatory compliances such as PCI, PII, and PHI is preferred, along with hands-on experience in CI/CD tools and Agile methodologies to ensure seamless integration and high-quality delivery of digital solutions.

What you'll do

  • Design and develop backend functionality for digital health solutions.
  • Integrate software components to ensure seamless communication between systems.
  • Develop detailed test cases and perform code reviews to maintain solution quality.
  • Create technical documentation including system design and architecture diagrams.
  • Support and troubleshoot production incidents with a focus on customer impact.

What we're looking for

  • 7+ years of large-scale software development experience
  • Expert level backend engineering knowledge in Java and Spring frameworks
  • 3+ years of experience with OOPs concepts and design patterns
  • Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and contribute to architectural decisions
  • 1+ year exposure to leading cloud platforms (GCP, Azure, AWS)
  • Experience developing microservices and REST APIs
  • Solid understanding of agile methodologies and CI/CD practices

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