CVS Health · 6 hours ago
Principal Software Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$144K/yr - $288K/yr
10+ years expCVS Health is dedicated to creating a connected and compassionate health experience. The Principal Software Engineer will be responsible for architecting, designing, and delivering technology solutions that drive the business strategy, while also mentoring team members and leading development efforts in cloud and AI technologies.
Health CareMedicalPharmaceuticalRetailSales
Responsibilities
Actively participate in the design, development, and deployment of cloud data integration and AI solutions - writing code, building prototypes, and troubleshooting complex technical challenges alongside engineering teams
Champion the adoption of AI and advanced analytics in business and technical portfolios, surfacing new opportunities and accelerating tangible impact
Translate enterprise AI, cloud, and data frameworks into practical, actionable solutions for teams and products
Architect and oversee cloud-based data integration strategies, ensuring secure, scalable, and future-ready data flows
Collaborate with business, product, and engineering leaders to align technology solutions with strategic goals
Mentor and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous learning
Lead by example in hands-on development, conducting code reviews, setting technical standards, and ensuring high-quality, maintainable solutions
Develop and deliver proof-of-concept and pilot projects to validate new technologies and approaches before enterprise-wide rollout
Provide direct technical guidance during sprint planning, architecture reviews, and incident response, ensuring timely resolution and continuous improvement
Mentor and pair-program with engineers to uplift technical capability and accelerate delivery
Own key modules and critical path development tasks on high-impact projects as needed
Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to solve complex business challenges and maintain CVS Health’s competitive edge
Set technical direction and ensure delivery excellence across multiple, concurrent projects
Develop and maintain robust documentation, standards, and best practices for data, cloud, and AI solutions
Serve as the primary technical interface with Centers of Excellence, translating strategic initiatives into portfolio-level adoption
Guide teams through change management, supporting readiness and resilience for ongoing advancements in cloud and AI
Drive measurable improvements in operational efficiency, customer experience, and business value through technology
Qualification
Required
10+ years of progressive software engineering experience, including technical leadership roles
Proven success architecting and implementing large-scale cloud data solutions
Demonstrated experience driving AI or advanced analytics adoption in business/technology portfolios
Track record of collaborating across functions and influencing executive stakeholders
Experience mentoring technical teams and elevating team performance
Deep proficiency with modern programming languages, cloud services, and integration tools
Preferred
Experience in healthcare, pharmacy, banking, or other highly regulated industries
Prior work leading AR or financial systems modernization projects
Published contributions, patents, or community leadership in cloud, data, or AI domains
Experience leveraging AI-powered software engineering tools (e.g., Windsurf, GitHub Copilot, or Cursor) to accelerate feature development, automate code maintenance, and enhance code quality and efficiency across the software development lifecycle
Experience engaging with Centers of Excellence or similar enterprise advisory groups
Benefits
Affordable medical plan options
401(k) plan (including matching company contributions)
Employee stock purchase plan
No-cost programs for all colleagues including wellness screenings, tobacco cessation and weight management programs, confidential counseling and financial coaching
Benefit solutions that address the different needs and preferences of our colleagues including paid time off, flexible work schedules, family leave, dependent care resources, colleague assistance programs, tuition assistance, retiree medical access and many other benefits depending on eligibility
Company
CVS Health
CVS Health is a health solutions company that provides an integrated healthcare services to its members.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$4BKey Investors
Michigan Economic Development CorporationStarboard Value
2025-08-15Post Ipo Debt· $4B
2025-07-17Grant· $1.5M
2019-11-25Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
David Joyner
President and Chief Executive Officer, CVS Health
Chandra McMahon
SVP & CISO
Recent News
2026-01-25
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