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Position Summary
As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will design, develop, and implement digital solutions and systems by applying advanced technical expertise to architect and code software applications, conduct system testing and debugging, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the overall technical direction and innovation of digital engineering projects. The Senior Software Development Engineer will work on Care Paths, a personalized experience within Aetna Health that provides members with the ability to interact with their healthcare focused on specific topics or conditions, delivering a care management experience that helps members navigate their health journey. This role requires building scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js and Java within a microservices architecture to support multiple frontend platforms (Android, iOS, Web), along with strong hands-on development experience, technical leadership, and a proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and mentoring team members.
Job Responsibilities
- Design and develop scalable backend services and APIs using Node.js and Java within a microservices architecture, integrating GraphQL APIs, Kafka messaging systems, and CMS/Contentful platforms.
- Build and maintain Backend for Frontend (BFF) patterns supporting Android, iOS, and Web applications with database solutions across multiple database types including database migration efforts.
- Deploy and operate services on AWS with CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions and Snyk, monitoring via New Relic, and owning the full development lifecycle from requirements to production.
- Leverage AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity, write comprehensive test cases, and collaborate with cross-functional teams using Jira.
- Mentor junior engineers, promote best practices, challenge existing processes, and propose innovative solutions to enhance system performance, scalability, and maintainability.
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of professional software development experience with 5+ years of Node.js server-side development and 3+ years of Java development experience.
- Strong experience with microservices architecture, Kafka messaging systems, GraphQL APIs, CMS platforms (Contentful or similar), and multiple database types (SQL/NoSQL) including database migration strategies.
- Experience building Backend for Frontend (BFF) architectures serving multiple client platforms, proficiency with AWS cloud services, GitHub Actions for CI/CD automation, Snyk or similar security scanning tools, and New Relic or similar observability/monitoring tools.
- Proven ability to write test cases, own end-to-end delivery from development to production, and experience with Jira for agile project management.
- Demonstrated mentoring and leadership skills with a proactive, inquisitive approach to problem-solving.
Preferred Qualifications
- Practical experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor, or similar technologies to improve engineering productivity.
- Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), API security and authentication mechanisms, and distributed tracing and observability frameworks.
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies and experience in healthcare or member-facing digital products.
Education
Bachelor’s degree from accredited university or equivalent work experience (High School Diploma/GED + 4 years relevant software development experience).
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40Time Type
Full timePay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$101,970.00 - $203,940.00This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of professional software development experience
- 5+ years of Node.js server-side development experience
- 3+ years of Java development experience
- Experience with microservices architecture
- Experience with Kafka messaging systems
- Experience with GraphQL APIs
- Experience with CMS platforms such as Contentful or similar
- Experience with SQL and NoSQL databases and database migration strategies
- Experience building Backend for Frontend architectures for multiple client platforms
- Proficiency with AWS cloud services
- Experience with GitHub Actions for CI/CD automation
- Experience with Snyk or similar security scanning tools
- Experience with New Relic or similar observability and monitoring tools
- Ability to write test cases and own end-to-end delivery from development to production
- Experience with Jira for agile project management
- Mentoring and leadership skills
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or equivalent work experience
- Experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude, Cursor, or similar
- Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with API security and authentication mechanisms
- Experience with distributed tracing and observability frameworks
- Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies
- Experience in healthcare or member-facing digital products
CVS Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about CVS Health and has not been reviewed or approved by CVS Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision with HSA-eligible options, free preventive care, virtual care, and access to MinuteClinic services. Mental-health resources such as counseling support are emphasized, and coverage is often considered solid for full-time colleagues.
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Retirement Support — A dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 5% after one year and an Employee Stock Purchase Plan are consistently highlighted in Total Rewards materials. Feedback suggests retirement programs are a meaningful strength within the overall package.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing offerings include up to 20 no-cost counseling sessions per issue, backup care, tuition assistance, and substantial in-store discounts, alongside broader wellness tools. These everyday perks expand value beyond base pay and can be especially meaningful for full-time schedules.
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