Staff Software Engineer, Java

CVS Health

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Work type: Hybrid
Location: Woonsocket, RI
Salary: $130,295–$260,590 / yr
Employment: Full-time
Posted: 3 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Closes: Nov 7, 2026
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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This role pays less than 63% of similar roles. Most pay $170,712–$219,425 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $195k versus about $195k for comparable roles.

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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 119 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $106,605–$260,590 across 115 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Staff Software Engineer, Java

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The Staff Software Engineer - Java will join the development team to lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable microservices. This role involves translating business requirements into technical specifications, mentoring developers, and overseeing system maintenance for Tier 1 systems supporting Retail Pharmacy. The engineer will build cost-effective application solutions, manage code assets, and perform unit and functional integration testing. Key technical requirements include expertise in Java-based technologies, Spring Boot, and REST, alongside experience with Cloud Technologies like Azure or GCP. Candidates must possess skills in React JS, Nodejs, SQL, and NoSQL databases. The position requires a deep understanding of distributed systems and Agile practices to solve complex problems within a high-scale healthcare and retail pharmacy infrastructure.

What does a Software Engineer earn?

Median $197400 from 2576 postings across 150 companies.

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Skills

Java Spring Boot Microservices Azure GCP React JS Nodejs SQL NoSQL REST GraphQL gRPC Apache Agile Unit Testing Distributed Systems

What you'll do

Design and implement scalable, efficient microservices to power enterprise applications.
Translate complex business requirements into detailed technical specifications.
Lead the development of cost-effective application solutions and program enhancements.
Perform ongoing system maintenance, research, and on-call support for existing systems.
Oversee unit testing and assist with functional integration and system testing.
Manage code assets and promote the reuse of assets across the organization.
Mentor a team of Java developers and drive software engineering best practices.
Support the implementation of systems into production, including purchased solutions.

What we're looking for

7+ years of software development experience in enterprise/web applications.
5+ years of experience as a full stack developer in Java-based technologies including microservices, Spring Boot, and REST.
5+ years of experience with Cloud Technologies like Azure, GCP, or other public cloud services.
5+ years of experience in Database technologies including SQL, NoSQL, table structure, and data relationships.
2+ years of experience in React JS, Nodejs, or other front-end frameworks.
3+ years of experience in Agile development practices.
Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience).
Experience in Retail Pharmacy or Healthcare domain (preferred).

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