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Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.\nPosition Summary:\nCVS Health is seeking a Staff Software Development Engineer to 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.\nKey Responsibilities:\nDefine and drive the long-term application architecture and technology strategy, aligning solutions with business objectives, scalability, security, and operational excellence\nLead the design and delivery of cloud-native, distributed applications across Web, Mobile, API, integration, and backend platforms\nEstablish and enforce engineering standards, architectural governance, secure coding practices, and quality benchmarks through design 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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. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program. \nOur 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.\nGreat benefits for great people\nWe take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.\nThis full-time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of colleagues and their families. 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