Senior Software Development Engineer

At CVS Health, we’re building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.

As the nation’s leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues – caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Software Development Engineer (APIC Developer) to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing and developing RESTful APIs, with a strong focus on collaboration, technical leadership, and issue resolution. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet business requirements. The candidate will be responsible for the entire software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment, and will play a key role in mentoring junior developers and driving process improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop REST-based APIs, ensuring alignment with project requirements and timelines.
• Collaborate with architects, business analysts, testers, and project managers to facilitate smooth development and deployment processes.
• Identify and resolve technical issues and bugs, utilizing debugging and troubleshooting techniques.
• Provide technical leadership throughout the software development lifecycle, including security configurations (OAuth 2.0, Basic Authentication).
• Conduct knowledge-sharing sessions and code reviews to promote best practices and continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior developers, providing guidance and support to enhance their skills and productivity.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software development, with a focus on API development.
• Proficiency in designing and developing RESTful APIs.
• Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies.
• Experience with debugging and troubleshooting techniques to resolve technical issues.
• Familiarity with security mechanisms, including OAuth 2.0 and application authorization.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.
• Proven ability to mentor and train junior developers.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• Experience with API management tools and platforms (e.g., IBM API Connect, Apigee).
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and microservices architecture.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with performance tuning and optimization of APIs.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and addressing challenges.
• Previous experience in the healthcare domain or working with healthcare clients is a plus.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivelant experience

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$101,970.00 - $203,940.00

This 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 our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits – investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

• Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an employee stock purchase plan.

• No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching.

• Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility.

For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefits

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 05/26/2025

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.