Senior Software Development Engineer – Java, Nest, React

CVS Health

Senior engineer building CVS Health’s Java, Node.js, and GraphQL healthcare platforms. Designing secure APIs, cloud-native applications, and AI-enabled solutions across enterprise systems.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeScottsdale • Florida, Illinois, North Carolina, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $83,430 - $203,940 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in backend application and API development using Java Spring Boot, Node.js, and GraphQL, with a strong focus on scalable, secure, and high-performance solutions. Proven ability to mentor junior engineers and collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams while implementing AI-driven solutions and best practices.

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Java Spring Boot DevelopmentNode.js Application DevelopmentGraphQL API DesignKubernetes DeploymentAPI Security and Authentication

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Hard Skills

Backend Application DevelopmentAPI DevelopmentMicroservices ArchitectureCloud-Native Application DevelopmentLogging and MonitoringDistributed TracingAgile DevelopmentTechnical DesignProblem-SolvingDecision-Making

Soft Skills

CollaborationMentoringPlanningImplementationProduction Support

Tools & Technologies

GradleGitHub ActionsGoogle Cloud PlatformAI-Powered SolutionsGenerative AI ApplicationsAgentic AI WorkflowsModel Context Protocol ServersAI-Assisted Development Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's DegreeSpecialized Training

Industry Keywords

Enterprise Digital SolutionsAPI-Driven PlatformsCloud PlatformsInteroperabilityArchitecture DiagramsImplementation GuidesContinuous Learning

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsGoogle Cloud PlatformGradleGraphQLJavaJavaScriptKubernetesMicroservicesNode.jsSpringSpring BootSpringBoot

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Contribute to architecture decisions, technical design, and evolution of enterprise digital solutions and API-driven platforms
Develop, test, deploy, and maintain software applications and backend services
Design and build scalable, secure, high-performance APIs using Java Spring Boot, Node.js, REST, and GraphQL
Identify and deliver AI-driven solutions to improve operational efficiency, automate business processes, and reduce costs
Collaborate with engineering teams, product owners, and business stakeholders on architectural decisions and scalability, performance, security, and maintainability
Integrate applications, services, third-party systems, and cloud platforms for enterprise interoperability
Conduct code reviews, execute test plans, troubleshoot production issues, and ensure reliable solutions
Participate in Agile development processes and sprint planning
Evaluate emerging technologies, AI capabilities, frameworks, and development tools
Create and maintain architecture diagrams, API specifications, design documents, and implementation guides
Mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 to 7 years of professional software development experience
Strong backend application and API development experience using Java Spring Boot, Node.js, and GraphQL
Experience developing and deploying containerized applications on Kubernetes platforms
Experience with API security and authentication mechanisms
Experience implementing logging, monitoring, distributed tracing, and alerting
Understanding of API design principles, microservices architecture, distributed systems, and cloud-native application development
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams
Commitment to continuous learning and mentoring others
Strong planning, implementation, deployment, and production support skills
Preferred: Gradle, GraphQL, NestJS, and GitHub Actions in CI/CD environments
Preferred: AI-powered solutions, Generative AI applications, Agentic AI workflows, and Model Context Protocol servers
Preferred: Google Cloud Platform and Kubernetes-based cloud deployments
Preferred: AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or Cursor
Preferred: enterprise-scale RESTful and GraphQL API design focused on security, performance, and observability
Bachelor's degree is preferred; specialized training or relevant professional qualification is also mentioned

Benefits

Comp & perks

CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to base pay
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement savings options
Wellness programs
Other resources supporting physical, emotional, and financial well-being, based on eligibility