**Software Engineering Lead Analyst** **Position Overview** We are seeking a **Back-End Engineer – Lead Developer** with 5-8 years of hands-on experience to design and build scalable, secure, and high-performance backend systems. This role requires deep expertise in modern backend technologies, cloud infrastructure, and container orchestration. The candidate will lead development efforts, mentor team members, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust solutions that meet business needs. **Responsibilities** + **Design and Develop** backend services and APIs using **TypeScript/JavaScript** and **Node.js** . + Implement **event-driven and microservices architectures** for high scalability and resilience. + Manage **PostgreSQL** databases, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity. + Utilize **Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)** to provision and manage AWS resources. + Build and deploy serverless applications leveraging **AWS Lambda** , **EKS** , **RDS** , **SQS** , and other AWS services. + Develop and maintain **containerized applications** using **OpenShift/Kubernetes** and configure service mesh with **Istio/Envoy** . + Implement **CI/CD pipelines** using **ArgoCD** and manage progressive deployments with **Rollouts** . + Integrate monitoring and incident management tools such as **Dynatrace APM** and **ServiceNow API** . + Collaborate with architects and product teams to ensure alignment with business requirements. + Drive **code quality, security, and performance optimization** across all backend components. + Mentor junior developers and lead technical discussions within the team. + Stay current with emerging technologies and advocate for best practices in backend engineering. **Qualifications** **Required Skills:** + Strong proficiency in **TypeScript/JavaScript** , **Node.js** , and **NPM** . + Hands-on experience with **PostgreSQL** and relational database design. + Expertise in **AWS services** (Lambda, EKS, RDS, SQS) and **Terraform** for IaC. + Solid understanding of **containerization** and orchestration using **Kubernetes/OpenShift** . + Experience in **API development** , service mesh technologies ( **Istio/Envoy** ), and distributed systems. + Proven track record in **CI/CD** implementation using **ArgoCD** and deployment strategies. + Familiarity with **monitoring tools** and integration APIs (Dynatrace, ServiceNow). **Preferred Skills:** + Knowledge of **Python** and AI/automation frameworks such as **LangChain** , **LangGraph** , **LangSmith** . + Optional experience with **Java/Spring Boot** for cross-stack integration. **Other Requirements:** + Strong problem-solving skills and ability to design scalable, secure solutions. + Excellent communication and leadership skills. + **11-13 years of experience** in backend development, with at least 3 years in a lead role. **About Evernorth Health Services** Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.