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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Software Development Engineer (Java, Nest, React) - **Company:** CVS Health - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $92,700.0 - $203,940.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, Software Applications, Authentication Protocols, Cloud Engineering, Code Review, Continuous Integration, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), Software Design Documents, Programming Tools, Distributed Systems, Github, Gradle, Interoperability, Node.Js, Performance Tuning, Scrum Methodology, Cloud Services, Software Deployment, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Architecture, Openapi, Data Logging, Google Cloud, GitHub Copilot, ReactJS, Spring-boot, Software Security, Generative AI, Backend, Build Management, Kubernetes, Graphql, Virtual Agents, Api Design, NestJS, Restful APIs, Dynatrace, Microservices - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/0614D890686A437DB3D55B63B250E314/job/ ## About the Role * 5 to 7 years of professional software development experience. * Strong experience in backend application and API development using Java SpringBoot , Node.js , and GraphQL . * Experience developing and deploying containerized applications on Kubernetes platforms, including API security and authentication mechanisms. * Experience implementing observability solutions including logging, monitoring, distributed tracing, and alerting. * Solid understanding of API design principles, microservices architecture, distributed systems, and cloud-native application development. * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. * Proven ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams. * Demonstrated growth mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and mentoring others. * Strong execution and delivery skills, including planning, implementation, deployment, and production support. Preferred Qualifications * Experience building and deploying applications using technologies such as Gradle , GraphQL , NestJS , and GitHub Actions within CI/CD environments. * Hands-on experience developing AI-powered solutions, Generative AI applications, Agentic AI workflows, and Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers . * Experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Kubernetes-based cloud deployments; GCP certification is a plus. * Practical experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot , Claude Code , Cursor, or similar technologies to improve engineering productivity. * Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale RESTful and GraphQL APIs with a focus on security, performance optimization, and observability., * Bachelor's degree preferred/specialized training/relevant professional qualification. ## Description As a Senior Software Engineer, you will design, develop, and implement innovative digital solutions by leveraging advanced technical expertise. You will play a key role in building scalable applications and APIs, contributing to system architecture, driving AI-enabled innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful business outcomes. This role requires strong hands-on experience in backend development, cloud-native architectures, and API design using Java Spring Boot, Node.js and GraphQL., * Contribute to architecture decisions, technical design, and evolution of enterprise digital solutions and API-driven platforms while partnering with senior engineers and architects. * Develop, test, deploy, and maintain software applications and backend services while implementing complex business requirements. * Design and build scalable, secure, and high-performance APIs using Java Spring Boot, Node.js, REST, and GraphQL technologies. * Identify and deliver AI-driven solutions that improve operational efficiency, automate business processes, and reduce costs. * Collaborate with engineering teams, product owners, and business stakeholders to make strategic architectural decisions and ensure scalability, performance, security, and maintainability. * Apply advanced programming skills to build robust, efficient, and high-performing software solutions. * Integrate multiple applications, services, third-party systems, and cloud platforms to enable seamless interoperability across the enterprise. * Conduct code reviews, develop and execute test plans, troubleshoot production issues, and ensure delivery of reliable, high-quality solutions. * Participate in Agile development processes, contribute to sprint planning, and support successful project execution. * Evaluate emerging technologies, frameworks, AI capabilities, and development tools to drive innovation and continuous improvement. * Create and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams, API specifications, design documents, and implementation guides. * Mentor junior engineers, promote engineering best practices, and foster a culture of technical excellence and knowledge sharing. ## 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) - [Hiring AI Native Talents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100268-hiring-ai-native-talents) - [Modular Secrets to Lightning-Fast Android Builds](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1428-modular-secrets-to-lightning-fast-android-builds) - [Nest.js - TypeScript in the backend can also be clean](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1033-nest-js-typescript-in-the-backend-can-also-be-clean) - [AI Pair Programming with GitHub Copilot at SAP: Looking Back, Looking Forward!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1546-ai-pair-programming-with-github-copilot-at-sap-looking-back-looking-forward) - [Building the next generation of AI developer tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100069-building-the-next-generation-of-ai-developer-tools) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [React Developer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/198-react-developer-salary-2023) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Dev Digest 120 - Apple and peers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/455-dev-digest-120-apple-and-peers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)