Staff Software Engineer (myPBM)

Stryker Corporation; Richardson (TX); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Staff Software Development Engineer for a hybrid role based in Richardson, TX. You will lead design and development of scalable digital solutions for myPBM Clinical products, leveraging Java and Angular and guiding architecture decisions.

You will collaborate with architects, product managers, and other engineers to deliver high‑quality code, participate in code reviews, and mentor junior developers while driving continuous improvement across the team.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of full stack development experience with backend emphasis.
• 3+ years End-to-End CI/CD using Github, Github Actions and artifact management.
• 2+ years partnering with architecture, product, and program management teams.
• 3+ years backend with Java, 2+ years Kafka, 2+ years Oracle.
• 2+ years Angular; 3+ years with Azure and Kubernetes.
• 3+ years leading teams in Scrum/Agile environments.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop robust digital solutions and scalable software systems.
• Lead architecture discussions and influence technical strategy for myPBM Clinical products.
• Contribute to solution design, performance optimization, and code quality.
• Participate in code reviews and enforce coding standards.
• Mentor junior engineers and share knowledge through talks and workshops.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high‑quality features.

Skills

Java

Angular

Kafka

Oracle

Azure

Kubernetes

CI/CD

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

Scrum/Agile

Education

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience

Tools

Splunk

AppDynamics

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

As a Staff Software Development Engineer, you will lead the design and development of robust digital solutions, applying deep technical expertise to architect scalable software systems, drive high‑quality implementation, collaborate across disciplines, and influence the technical strategy and innovation of myPBM Clinical products.

This role requires someone to work a hybrid (remote + office) schedule from one of our technical offices in either Buffalo Grove, IL or Richardson, TX

Expectations for the role

• Leverages expertise to design and implement efficient and scalable solutions that meet business requirements and quality standards.
• Contributes to solution design and architecture discussions, collaborating with architects and senior engineers.
• Provides input on technical feasibility, performance optimization, and scalability considerations to ensure that the overall solution meets the desired objectives.
• Participates in code reviews and ensures adherence to coding standards, best practices, and quality guidelines.
• Communicates and coordinates with team members to ensure alignment, provide technical insights, and contribute to decision‑making processes.
• Contributes to the adoption of best practices, new technologies, and tools to enhance productivity, efficiency, and code quality.
• Participates in knowledge sharing activities, such as code reviews, tech talks, and workshops, to foster a culture of learning and collaboration within the team.
• Works with other developers and team members to implement complex features, enhance existing functionality, and ensure the delivery of high‑quality code.
• Provides guidance and mentorship to junior developers, helping them improve their technical skills and grow professionally.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of overall full stack development experience on enterprise class applications with back end emphasis
• 3+ years experience with End-to-End CI/CD i.e. Github, Github Actions, Artifact management such as JFrog.
• 2+ years experience partnering with architecture, product, and program management teams to influence product development decisions.
• 3+ years of experience with backend technologies (Java).
• 2+ years experience with Kafka and similar technologies.
• 2+ years experience with Oracle.
• 2+ years experience with Angular.
• 3+ years experience with large public cloud technologies i.e. Azure and container orchestration tools such as Kubernetes.
• 3+ years of experience with leading teams who follow a Scrum/Agile development methodology.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with full stack development.
• Experience leveraging AI tools and building intelligent agents to automate and streamline repetitive development and operational tasks.
• Adept at problem solving and decision making skills.
• Experience training and mentoring other engineers.
• Ability to understand the performance of a largely scaled infrastructure platform.
• Demonstrate Ownership and Accountability with the ability to thrive in a remote working setup with other team members.
• Ability to identify customer needs and pain points and identify self‑service automation solutions.
• Ability to think "Out of the box" to solve complex issues for the enterprise.
• Ability to present the benefits and drawbacks of various architecture designs for infrastructure.
• Experience with additional tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Splunk, AppDynamics is a plus.

Education

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience

Pay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:

$118,450.00 - $260,590.00

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 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: 08/18/2026

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