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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Software Engineering Senior Advisor - Hybrid - **Company:** Cigna - **Location:** Bloomington, MN, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $130,200.0 - $217,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Bug Tracking Systems, Software Bug Management, Software Quality, Cursor (Graphical User Interface Elements), DevOps, Internet Service Provider, E2e Testing, Software Engineering, Test Management, Testng, Cypress (Programming Language), Information Technology, Cucumber (Software), Devsecops, Servicenow - **Published:** June 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://cigna.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/cignacareers/job/Bloomington-MN/Software-Engineering-Senior-Advisor---Hybrid_26007075 ## About the Role * 7+ years of experience in software quality engineering, testing, or related roles in complex enterprise environments * Strong knowledge of the Software Testing Life Cycle (STLC), including test design, execution, defect management, and quality metrics * Proven experience leading end-to-end testing strategies across multiple systems and teams * Experience with test management and defect tracking tools such as JIRA * Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate business needs into quality solutions * Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment, * Experience in healthcare, pharmacy benefit management, or health plan environments * Hands-on experience with test automation tools such as Java or JavaScript frameworks, Cypress, Cucumber, TestNG, or similar * Familiarity with performance, security, GRC process, Onspring, ServiceNow VR and risk-based testing approaches * Experience working in Agile and DevOps / DevSecOps environments * Exposure to AI-enabled testing tools or advanced quality engineering solutions - AI Tools such as AccelQ, Appvance, LambdaTest, Cursor etc * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience) 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 As a Software Engineering Senior Advisor focused on Quality Engineering (QE) and AI Test Automation, you will lead how we define, measure, and improve quality across complex platforms. 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