Software Development Engineer; Modernization

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.

As a Staff Software Development Engineer, you’ll lead the design and delivery of complex, modern software solutions—mentoring engineers, shaping architectural direction, and driving technical excellence. You’ll champion the integration of AI‑driven features and spearhead the transformation of legacy systems into scalable, user‑friendly web applications.

This role is ideal for engineers passionate about hands‑on innovation, leveraging new technologies, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

• Collaborate within an Agile team to design, develop, and deliver high‑quality web and batch applications using Angular, Java, and Oracle technologies.
• Lead modernization initiatives, migrating legacy systems—including green‑screen interfaces—to modern, scalable Angular web applications and optimized backend processes.
• Drive the integration of AI and machine learning capabilities into applications, identifying opportunities for automation, intelligent features, and data‑driven improvements.
• Develop robust frontend (Angular) and backend (Java/Oracle) code, utilizing test‑driven development principles for both web interfaces and batch processing components.
• Mentor and guide team members, providing technical leadership and fostering best practices in coding, architecture, modernization, and AI adoption.

7+ years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on hands‑on Java, Angular and Typescript including:

• Proficiency with Oracle databases, including writing complex queries and performance tuning
• Solid understanding of software engineering best practices, including CI/CD and Agile methodologies
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a collaborative team
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in software development or architecture
• Experience leading or mentoring engineering teams in an Agile environment
• Deep expertise in designing scalable, high‑availability systems using Java, Angular, and Type Script
• Hands‑on experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Strong knowledge of Dev Ops practices, CI/CD pipelines, and automation tools
• Familiarity with microservices architecture and API design
• Experience working with large‑scale Oracle databases in enterprise environments
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to drive technical innovation or process improvement

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)

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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.

This position also includes an award target in the company’s equity award program.

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
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• No‑cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings,…