Staff Software Engineer - DevOps Platform Engineering

We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time. Position Summary CVS Health is hiring for a Staff Software Development Engineer to design, develop, and implement platform solutions and systems by applying advanced technical expertise to architect and code software applications, conduct system testing and debugging, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and contribute to the overall technical direction and innovation of digital engineering projects. Duties Include But Not Limited To Leverage expertise to design and implement efficient and scalable solutions that meet business requirements and quality standardsProvide input on technical feasibility, performance optimization, and scalability considerations to ensure that the overall solution meets the desired objectivesCommunicate and coordinate with team members to ensure alignment, provide technical insights, and contribute to decision-making processesContribute to the adoption of best practices, new technologies, and tools to enhance productivity, efficiency, and code quality Required Qualifications 8+ years of professional experience in DevOps, Platform Engineering within enterprise-scale environmentsStrong hands-on expertise in Kubernetes, including architecture, capacity planning, upgrades, networking, security, and advanced troubleshootingProven ability to design, deploy, and support large-scale Kubernetes environments spanning multiple clusters, regions, or business units. Deep understanding of GitOps methodologies, applying Git as the single source of truth for both application and infrastructure lifecycle managementExtensive experience with Argo CD for enterprise-grade continuous deployment, release automation, and governance in Kubernetes environmentsHands-on experience with Fleet for managing and orchestrating multi-cluster Kubernetes deployments at enterprise scaleStrong experience working with public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including enterprise networking, IAM, security controls, and cost optimizationStrong understanding of containerization technologies (Docker, OCI standards) and enterprise container registries Preferred Qualifications Exposure to AI and automation initiatives in enterprise environmentsFamiliarity with security best practices, including secrets management, RBAC, network policies, and identity integrationExperience operating in regulated or compliance-driven environments (HIPAA, PCI, etc.) Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience) Pay Range The Typical Pay Range For This Role Is $106,605.00 - $213,210.00 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 People We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families. This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility. Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments. We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 09/16/2026 Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.