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CVS Health

PRINCIPAL SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER

Today• Trenton, NJ

At CVS Health, we're building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care.As the nation's leading health solutions company, we reach millions of Americans through our local presence, digital channels and more than 300,000 purpose-driven colleagues - caring for people where, when and how they choose in a way that is uniquely more connected, more convenient and more compassionate. And we do it all with heart, each and every day.Position Summary
We are seeking for a highly skilled Salesforce Principal Software Engineer to lead the innovation, design, and development of advanced Salesforce software solutions for our enterprise healthcare systems. As a key technical leader, you will champion best practices in software engineering, ensuring high performance, scalability, and security in our mission-critical applications. Your role will be crucial in executing proof of concepts and proof of technologies, enabling the integration of innovative solutions into our development processes. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing complex enterprise systems, modernizing legacy applications, and mentoring development teams. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product management, architecture, security, and operations, to deliver innovative solutions that enhance healthcare services.

Required Qualifications

• Salesforce certified developer or architect certification
• 10+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Experience with Generative AI technologies and frameworks.
• Expertise in enterprise application architecture, API development, and microservices.
• Deep understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, and tools such as AutoRABIT or Copado.
• Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
• Self-Starter and Learner - must be a proactive self-starter with a strong desire to learn and adapt to new technologies as they emerge. Ability to work independently and take initiative in exploring innovative solutions.

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Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of healthcare industry regulations and compliance standards is a strong plus.
Experience API integrations with large-scale mainframe applications.
Experience designing and developing custom objects and workflows.Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent experiencePay Range

The typical pay range for this role is:$144,200.00 - $288,400.00

This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above. This position also includes an award target in the company's equity award program.Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.Great benefits for great peopleWe take pride in our comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits - investing in the physical, emotional and financial wellness of our colleagues and their families to help them be the healthiest they can be. In addition to our competitive wages, our great benefits include:

  • Affordable medical plan options, a 401(k) plan (including matching company contributions), and an 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.
For more information, visit https://jobs.cvshealth.com/us/en/benefitsWe anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 12/15/2025Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.

Client-provided location(s): Trenton, NJ
Job ID: CVS-R0714967_1031
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-18T19:44:27

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits

  • Parental Benefits

    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources

  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities

  • Office Life and Perks

    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days

    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching

    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement

    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
      • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program