Senior Software Development Engineer (Mainframe - COBOL)

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

As a Senior Software Development Engineer at CVS Health, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing digital solutions and systems. This role requires technical expertise to architect and code software applications, perform system testing and debugging, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the strategic technical direction and innovation of digital engineering initiatives. You will work in an Agile scrum team environment, in close collaboration with business partners, product owners, architecture and other IT partners.As part of the AT Claim Organization, you will be responsible for code deliverables on both long and short-term projects effectively, while working collaboratively in inter-departmental settings to accomplish tasks and goals. The Claim Organization is accountable for CVS Health's Health Care Benefits division (Aetna) commercial claim processing and the surrounding ecosystem of commercial claim applications to support internal business operations and the external Member and Provider experience.Responsibilities:

• Designs and develops the technical architecture and infrastructure necessary for digital solutions.
• Writes code, develops software components, and implements functionalities based on project requirements.
• Collaborates with development team members and stakeholders to make architectural decisions, propose design patterns, and ensure scalability, performance, and maintainability of digital solutions.
• Applies programming skills to design and implement features, optimize performance, and maintain code efficiency.
• Integrates various software components or systems to facilitate communication and interoperability across different parts of the digital solution.
• Develops and executes test cases, conducts code reviews, performs debugging, and resolves issues to maintain reliability, stability, and quality in digital solutions.
• Participates in agile or other development methodologies, attends meetings, contributes to project planning, and supports the progress of digital projects.
• Evaluates new tools, frameworks, and techniques to enhance digital solutions and encourage innovation within the development team.
• Prepares and maintains technical documentation, including system designs, architecture diagrams, and code documentation, while sharing expertise with team members to support knowledge transfer and collaboration.

• 4-6 years of experience with the following:
  • Mainframe development and support, utilizing several of the following technologies: COBOL, JCL, CICS, DB2, SQL, MQ, Xpeditor, Endevor or similar source control application
  • Systems analysis
  • Software design principles and software architecture
  • Agile delivery methodologies
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to manage changing priorities
  • Ability to work in a team environment to deliver projects
• 2+ years of experience with large-scale offshore vendor support arrangements
• 2+ years of healthcare experience in one or more of these areas:
  • Claim Adjudication
  • Claim Payment/Banking, Electronic Funds Transfer

• Experience with healthcare claim administration.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related degree

• 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.