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# Software Development Engineer

- **Company:** CVS Health
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $92,700.0 - $185,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cloud Engineering, Data Systems, Python (Programming Language), Enterprise Messaging Systems, Software Engineering, Google Cloud
- **Published:** September 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/a5cea358-a9d5-4b05-91f2-c670c60deb73

## About the Role

* 5+ years of hands-on application development experience with Python and Google Cloud Platform (Google Cloud Platform)
 * 2+ years of experience leading or contributing to large-scale application development initiatives, * Experience working in Agile/SCRUM environments
 * Proven experience in project/program management, including planning, execution tracking, and delivery management
 * Strong organizational, leadership, and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
 * Experience working with distributed teams and cross-functional stakeholders
 * Prior exposure to provider data systems, healthcare platforms, or payer environments
 * Demonstrated expertise in cloud-native architectures, integration patterns, and messaging systems
 * Strong analytical mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and automation

Education:

 * Bachelor's degree or, equivalent experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience)

## Description

As a Senior Software Development Engineer at Aetna, you will play a critical leadership role in the design, development, and continuous enhancement of enterprise-scale Provider Applications. You will drive technical solutions for complex business problems, ensure application stability, and lead cross-functional initiatives as a Project Owner. This role requires a balance of hands-on engineering expertise, technical leadership, and delivery ownership, including overseeing vendor/contractor teams, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, and delivering high-impact solutions that improve provider data systems and operational efficiency.