Staff Software Development Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. CVS Health scores A on the Alion truth index.
We’re building a world of health around every individual - shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger - helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
Staff Software Development Engineer lead the design, development, and delivery of internal Contracting and Pricing software solutions that support enterprise healthcare platforms. This role serves as a technical leader and hands-on contributor, driving engineering excellence, solution architecture, and cross-functional execution across critical business initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned software engineer who can operate independently, influence technical decisions across teams, mentor other engineers, and deliver scalable, high-quality solutions that align with business objectives. This individual will partner closely with product, business, and technology stakeholders to solve complex challenges, modernize applications, and accelerate delivery of strategic provider-focused capabilities.
Required Qualifications
- 7+ years of software engineering experience designing, developing, and delivering enterprise-scale applications, with experience in healthcare technology preferred.
- Strong expertise in full-stack application development using Microsoft technologies, including .NET, C#, ASP.NET Core, Web API, React, JavaScript, and SQL Server.
- Experience building and supporting distributed, cloud-based, and microservices-oriented applications in Azure environments.
- Proficiency in designing and developing RESTful APIs, web services, and scalable enterprise solutions.
- Strong understanding of software architecture, application security, performance optimization, and database design.
- Experience working with modern development tools and technologies, including Postman, SOAP UI, Redis Cache, OpenShift, and CI/CD practices.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex technical challenges and deliver high-quality solutions in fast-paced environments.
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams using Agile methodologies and contributing throughout the software development lifecycle.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions and drive outcomes across teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting healthcare provider, contracting, pricing, or reimbursement platforms.
- Experience mentoring engineers, conducting code reviews, and promoting engineering best practices.
- Hands-on experience with event-driven architectures and messaging technologies.
- Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG) and inclusive application design.
- Experience modernizing legacy applications and implementing cloud-native solutions.
Education
Masters degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience.
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$130,295.00 - $260,590.00This 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. This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.
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.
This 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. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 11/18/2026Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.