[Remote] Principal Software Development Engineer (Customer Insight & AI Solutions)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CVS Health is committed to building a world of health around every individual. They are seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Development Engineer to lead the application architecture, design, and development of next-generation digital applications, focusing on AI solutions and cloud platforms.ResponsibilitiesDefine and communicate the broader vision, executing the IT strategy in alignment with organizational standardsServe as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, including architects, application owners, and engineers, to define overall strategy, prioritization, and executionEstablish epics and initiatives that align with strategic goals and support the product roadmapDevelop and maintain roadmaps that align critical business needs with scalable technical solutionsLeverage performance data to create feedback loops that drive continuous insight and improvementChampion strong product management and agile mindsets by actively communicating team successes and identifying areas for growthBuild and lead high-performing teams capable of overcoming complex technical challenges to solve business-critical problemsSkills10+ progressive years of experience in defining and driving full stack software engineering, architecture and delivery cloud native platforms for large-scale distributed systems and digital platforms5+ years in hands on experience as senior/principal/architect roles building cloud native applications with cloud technologies such as GCP, AWS, AZURE, GKE, Google DBs (BigQuery, Spanner, BigTable) or other PaaS with deep expertise in API-first and microservices architectures5+ years of experience using front end development tools like Angular, React, React TypeScript, React JS5+ years of experience in building backend functionality using Python, API Forge, Rest API, Java5+ years of experience working in a Scrum iterative delivery, using Agile concepts such as Sprint planning, CI/CD3+ years of hands-on experience integrating AI/GenAI capabilities12+ years preferred with advanced STEM degreeAct as a technical advisor to engineering and product leadershipInfluence cross-team technical direction and strategyEstablish and promote engineering best practicesMentor and coach engineers across levelsExperience with AI development tools such as Cursor, Copilot, Vertex AI Studio, Claude Code, will be a plusExperience building enterprise healthcare or regulated-industry platformsFamiliarity with healthcare data, privacy, and compliance requirementsExposure to ML-Ops and AI lifecycle managementExperience with identity, security, and privacy architecturesTrack record of influencing architecture across large organizationsExperience contributing to platform or developer ecosystem strategiesStrong foundational knowledge in AI, with prior experience using AI technologies such as OpenAI, Gemini, and Agentic AI automationExperience in the healthcare domainExperience with cloud networking and firewall implementation for new platformsExperience with application and database migration and modernization to the cloudBenefitsThis 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.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.Company OverviewCVS Health is a health solutions company that provides an integrated healthcare services to its members. It was founded in 1963, and is headquartered in Woonsocket, Rhode Island, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.cvshealth.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipCVS Health has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.