Software Development Engineer

CVS Health; Irving (IA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Bonus/incentive program

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Software Development Engineer for its Underwriting Technology team. You will architect, design, and deliver scalable, secure solutions supporting CVS Health's PBM business as an individual contributor.

You will collaborate to define roadmaps and move ideas from prototype to production in a fast-paced environment, bringing passion and technical excellence to the team. A Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of development experience with Java, Python, Angular or Kotlin, plus

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in systems analysis and application development.
• At least 1 year of development experience in Java, Python, Angular or Kotlin.
• 1+ year doing Agile software development.
• 1+ year building enterprise and technical solutions.
• 1+ year experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• 1+ year experience using AI LLM models (Gemina, Claude).

Responsibilities

• Partner with peers and technical leaders to define product strategy and roadmap.
• Provide technical excellence and become a trusted expert on key initiatives.
• Develop mindshare by collaborating and discussing ideas.
• Plot and execute from prototype to production for capabilities and features.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Skills

Systems analysis

Application development

Java

Python

Angular

Kotlin

Agile

Enterprise solutions

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

AI/LLM usage (Gemina, Claude)

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

Google Cloud

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. 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

The Software Development Engineer will be part of our Underwriting Technology system. This team member will work under the direction of other Staff and Senior Software Development Engineers to architect, design, build, and deliver solutions that drive our roadmap that in turns drives our business and technology strategy for a highly reliable, scalable, and secure solutions supporting CVS Health's Pharmacy Benefits Management (PBM) business. The position is an individual contributor role. This position will be a hands on developer role.

Expectations for the Role

• Partner with peers and technical leaders within CVS Health and contribute to product strategy, frameworks, and roadmap definition
• Provide technical excellence
• Become a trusted technical expert for important initiatives
• Develop mindshare by collaborating and discussing ideas
• Plot and execute on the path from prototype to production for capabilities and features
• Bring passion, energy and excitement to the team and organization
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and deal with multiple priorities

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• At least 2+ years of experience in systems analysis and application program development
• At least one year of development experience in one or more of the following languages: Java, Python, Angular, Kotlin
• 1+ year of experience with Agile software development
• 1+ year experience in building Enterprise solutions and technical solutions
• 1+ year of experience on Cloud Technologies (AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud)
• 1+ year experience using AI LLM models such as Gemina, Claude

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Masters’ Degree Preferred
• The candidate will have a strong work ethic, be a self-starter, and be able to be highly productive in a dynamic, collaborative environment.
• 1+ years of experience working across research and engineering
• 1+ years of experience with AI/generative AI solutions and technologies
• 1+ years of experience in delivering software in a large-scale environment with reliability and resilience concepts (multi-region, multi-cloud, containerization, etc.)
• 1+ years of experience working as full stack developer
• Experience working with distributed teams, working across multiple time zones and geographies.
• Experience in the health and wellness domain
• Experience developing colleague and user-facing features and/or apps.

EDUCATION

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

Anticipated Weekly Hours

40

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$72,100.00 - $144,200.00

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.
• 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: 08/21/2026

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