Staff Software Engineer at cvshealth

Compensation

$118,450 – $260,590/yr

Setup: Remote
Type: Full-time
Level: Principal
Posted: Jul 8, 2026

Description

CVS Health is looking for a Staff Software Engineer specializing in machine learning solutions using Agentic AI/ML. This role involves leading project teams, designing and implementing complex software solutions, conducting research on emerging technologies, providing technical guidance, overseeing the software lifecycle, optimizing AI/ML models, and improving test automation processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in machine learning and software engineering, particularly with IBMi AS400 systems and modern AI/ML frameworks.

Required Skills

Python
APIs
Microservices Architecture
Git
Version Control
AI/Agentic Solution Development
Large Language Models (LLMs)
Vector Databases
Orchestration Frameworks
Prompt Engineering
Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
Multi-Agent Collaboration Patterns
Software Development

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: 7+ years of experience as a Machine learning engineer or combination of machine learning and software engineering with 5+ years leading software development projects, including setting project goals, monitoring progress, tracking milestones, communicating with stakeholders, and mentoring junior developers.
5+ years of experience developing software.
Preferred Qualifications: 10+ years leading concurrent technical projects in both legacy IBMi/AS400 or similar and emerging technologies.
Health care industry domain knowledge.
Experience with enterprise development tools and methodologies (XP, Agile), including DevSecOps and DataOps.
Experience integrating with legacy IBMi AS400 applications and developing roadmaps for application modernization.
Experience with RxClaim or other PBM adjudication systems.