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
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Software Development Engineer who is hands-on, passionate and driven, to join our Commercial Network and Provider organization within CVS Health's, Data, Digital, Analytics, Technology (DDAT) organization. This role will be pivotal in designing, implementing, and maintaining the cloud based application that supports plan sponsors.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the implementation of a new platform from start to finish, ensuring all components are connected and integrated seamlesslyDefine development processes that leverage cvs enterprise tooling to optimize productivity of developersEstablish optimal cloud infrastructure that follows cvs enterprise standards to support the features being developed and train developers on how to useEstablish high code quality standards that enhance efficiency and maintainabilityEstablish best in class Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practicesEstablish automated processes and testing framework to ensure code meets quality standards (including performance testing)Lead matrixed team of up to 20 onshore/offshore software engineers which includes technical oversight/code reviewsDesign and implement microservices architecture to support integrationsDesign application architecture and complete proof of concept/proof of technology as neededCollaborate with external teams such as solution architecture, enterprise devops team, cloud engineering, infrastructure, etcLead Database design throughout conceptual, logical and physical modelingCreate SQL, DML/DDL, performance tuning and optimization with PostgreSQL or similar DatabaseLead root cause analysis efforts and implement preventative solutions to avoid reoccurring problems

Required Qualifications

10+ years of experience with designing and building software engineering solutions5+ years of experience in a Technical leadership role, guiding teams in the design and implementation of complex software systems7+ years of experience in building and maintaining large-scale applications using Java , Spring boot, Microservices and React or any modern frameworks3+ years of experience in leading complex cloud migration or modernization projects while optimizing user experiences3+ years of experience in authentication framework

Preferred Qualifications

Strong knowledge of cloud-native technologies, including Kubernetes, Docker, and serverless computingExperience in Public Cloud preferably GCPProficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash, Terraform)Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or GitLab CI/CD, Argo CDStrong understanding of networking, storage, and database architectures in cloud environmentsTakes a hands on approach to designing and architecting  scalable, robust, and maintainable systemsExcellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategicallyStrong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teamsShowcase a deep understanding of DDAT technology stack, architecture, and industry best practices

Education

Bachelor’s degree or, equivalent experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience)

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$144,200.00 - $288,400.00

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.  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 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: 03/31/2026

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