Lead Software Engineer

Cigna; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 179,000 - 241,000; Full time

Job summary

Cigna in Richmond, CA is seeking a Lead Software Engineer to own critical data-platform workstreams and drive architecture decisions. You will lead the RabbitMQ workstream, influence the technology roadmap, and mentor engineers while delivering fast, resilient systems.

Ideal candidates have 9+ years using Kubernetes, strong Linux skills, and a customer‑focused mindset. This role rewards impact with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, plus opportunities to shape Cigna's strategic

Qualifications

• 9+ years using Kubernetes in a technology setting.
• Willingness to commute to Richmond, CA or work flexibly as needed.
• Hands-on Linux proficiency.
• Customer-focused outlook with strong interpersonal skills.
• 9 years of learning when to trust the process and when to break it.

Responsibilities

• Own the lead RabbitMQ workstream that unblocks the Richmond, CA roadmap.
• Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and technology roadmap discussions.
• Prototype rough Persuasion ideas fast and decide which earn a place in Cigna's stack.
• Document technical decisions, architecture, and APIs for the broader org.
• Document the Persuasion system so the next lead engineer can onboard quickly.

Skills

Kubernetes

Linux

Empathy

Customer-focused

Leadership

Job description

Our platform processes enormous volumes of data, and we need a Lead Software Engineer who can keep it fast and resilient. The lead role rewards what you've built — 9 years of Empathy — with $179,000 - $241,000 and a voice in Cigna strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the lead RabbitMQ workstream that unblocks the rest of Cigna's Richmond, CA roadmap
• Contribute to sprint planning, estimation, and technology roadmap discussions
• Prototype rough Persuasion ideas fast, then decide which earn a place in Cigna's stack
• Document technical decisions, architecture, and APIs for the broader org
• Document the Persuasion system so the next lead engineer onboards in days, not weeks

What You'll Bring

• 9+ years putting Kubernetes to work in a technology setting
• Willingness to commute to Richmond, CA or work flexibly as needed
• Hands-on command of Linux, with Empathy as a close second
• Customer-focused outlook with strong interpersonal skills
• 9 years of learning when to trust the process and when to break it

You can trace a lot of CA's technology momentum back to a data-driven little team called Cigna in Richmond. Here, ownership means you're empowered to fix what's broken without waiting for permission.

Beyond $179,000 - $241,000, Cigna offers a generous benefits package and the chance to lead projects that build your skills.