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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineering Advisor - Hybrid - **Company:** Cigna - **Location:** Morris Plains, NJ, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $111,700.0 - $186,100.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Software Applications, Unit Testing, Cloud Computing, Relational Databases, Amazon DynamoDB, Github, Revision Control Systems, Internet Service Provider, Python (Programming Language), Object-Oriented Software Development, Selenium, Software Engineering, Software Testing Automation Framework, TypeScript, Pega, Cypress (Programming Language), Information Technology, Functional Programming, Cucumber (Software) - **Published:** May 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5662244d136b2cc7 ## About the Role * 8+ years of experience in software automation testing and quality engineering. * 3+ years of experience working in Agile environments. * Proven expertise with automation tools and frameworks including Selenium, Cucumber, Java, Cypress, and Robot Framework (Python). * Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and relational databases. * Experience using GitHub or other version control tools. * Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to organize and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. * Ability to adapt to changing priorities with a positive, growth-oriented mindset., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (preferred, not required). * Experience within the healthcare domain. * Mobile automation experience. * Knowledge of JavaScript or TypeScript. * Exposure to cloud technologies, including AWS services such as DynamoDB, S3, and Lambda. * Familiarity with Pega applications. If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload. ## Description * Design, develop, and unit test software applications that align with engineering standards and quality expectations. * Drive process improvements across the Provider and Core Technology Solutions & Engineering organization organization, partnering closely with Operations and Technology Product Management. * Promote proactive quality engineering practices with a focus on preventing defects rather than detecting them later. * Strengthen user story maturity using data and feedback to improve completeness, clarity, and acceptance criteria. * Build and evolve heat-mapping tools that help prioritize Quality and Development Engineering effort for the most impactful system interfaces. * Partner with engineers and technical leaders to guide the use of best practices, industry standards, and automation strategies. * Mentor and coach team members to build capability, confidence, and technical depth across the organization. * Lead the advancement of automation suites, harnesses, and tooling to increase reliability and repeatability. * Use empirical data to refine engineering plans, enhance design decisions, and improve how work is defined and delivered. ## Related Videos - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Proactive monitoring and smoke testing in your production environment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/139-proactive-monitoring-and-smoke-testing-in-your-production-environment) - [Agile work at CARIAD – Creating a customer web application for controlling the vehicle ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/200-agile-work-at-cariad-creating-a-customer-web-application-for-controlling-the-vehicle) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) - [Psychological Safety in Software Engineering - Jenny-Margrethe Vej & Alexandra Hou Aldershaab](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2142-psychological-safety-in-software-engineering-jenny-margrethe-vej-alexandra-hou-aldershaab) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) ## Related Articles - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Best Countries for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/267-best-countries-for-software-engineers) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)