Senior Software Development Engineer (AI Engineering)

CVS Health; Richardson (TX); On-site; USD 92,700 - 185,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

CVS Health in Richardson, Texas, seeks an AI Engineer to design AI applications and automate workflows. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of Python development and experience with LLMs and RAG implementations. Full-time role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

The pay range is $92,700.00 – $185,400.00 annually, depending on experience and location. Join a team dedicated to building meaningful AI solutions with a strong commitment to innovation and excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience with Python.
• Experience building applications using LLMs.
• Hands-on experience with RAG implementations.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop AI-powered applications and features using Python.
• Build and deploy production-ready AI agents.
• Implement RAG pipelines for intelligent information retrieval.

Skills

Python development

Experience with LLMs

RAG implementation

Familiarity with cloud platforms

Git version control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

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.

Position Summary

If you're passionate about building real, production-ready AI systems—and not just experimenting in notebooks—this role offers the opportunity to do meaningful, hands‑on work at the forefront of applied AI engineering.

What you’ll do

• Design and develop AI-powered applications and features using Python, leveraging LLMs, RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation), and agentic AI frameworks.
• Build and deploy production-ready AI agents and assistants that automate workflows and enhance user experiences across enterprise applications.
• Implement RAG pipelines including document ingestion, chunking strategies, vector embeddings, and semantic search to enable intelligent information retrieval.
• Develop and integrate AI features into existing applications using RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and cloud‑native patterns.
• Apply prompt engineering best practices to optimize LLM outputs for accuracy, consistency, and reliability in production environments.
• Collaborate with software engineers, product managers, and UX designers to translate business requirements into AI‑powered solutions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate AI models, frameworks, and tools based on use case requirements, cost, and performance considerations.
• Write clean, maintainable, and well‑tested code following software engineering best practices including code reviews, CI/CD, and version control.
• Monitor AI application performance, implement logging and observability, and continuously improve model accuracy and response quality.
• Stay current on emerging AI technologies, frameworks (LangChain, LlamaIndex, CrewAI), and industry best practices in AI application development.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience with Python
• Experience building applications using LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Azure OpenAI, or open-source models)
• Hands‑on experience with RAG (Retrieval Augmented Generation) implementations
• Familiarity with vector databases
• Experience with at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Proficiency in Git version control and collaborative development workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Agentic AI frameworks (LangChain Agents, AutoGen, CrewAI, or similar)
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted development tools and practices (GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar)
• Experience with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes)
• Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar)
• Experience with FastAPI, Flask, or similar Python web frameworks
• Familiarity with frontend technologies (React, JavaScript) for full‑stack AI applications
• Experience with prompt engineering, fine‑tuning, and model evaluation techniques
• Understanding of AI safety, responsible AI practices, and ethical considerations
• Experience with document processing libraries (LangChain document loaders, Unstructured, etc.)
• Familiarity with observability tools for AI applications (LangSmith, Weights & Biases, or similar)
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to debug complex AI system behaviors
• Understanding of RESTful API design and integration

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field is required.
• Equivalent practical experience will be considered.

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is: $92,700.00 – $185,400.00 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.

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. This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 07/16/2026

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