Senior Software Development Engineer

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

As a Senior Software Development Engineer at Aetna, you will play a critical leadership role in the design, development, and continuous enhancement of enterprise-scale Provider Applications. You will drive technical solutions for complex business problems, ensure application stability, and lead cross-functional initiatives as a Project Owner.

This role requires a balance of hands-on engineering expertise, technical leadership, and delivery ownership, including overseeing vendor/contractor teams, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, and delivering high-impact solutions that improve provider data systems and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on application development experience with Salesforce, Python or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)
• 2+ years of experience leading or contributing to large-scale application development initiatives
• Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments
• Proven experience in project/program management, including planning, execution tracking, and delivery management
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle complex, ambiguous technical challenges
• Strong knowledge and familiarity with AI tools such as copilot, Claude, or other like tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational, leadership, and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Experience working with distributed teams and cross-functional stakeholders
• Prior exposure to provider data systems, healthcare platforms, or payer environments
• Demonstrated expertise in cloud-native architectures, integration patterns, and messaging systems
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization
• Strong analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and automation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field
Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered (2 years of experience may substitute for 1 year of formal education).

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Pay Range

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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. 
 

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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.

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