Software Engineering Advisor

The Cigna Group • Morris Plains, NJ • 5h ago

Position Summary:

The Software Engineering Advisor plays a critical role in leading the design, development, and maintenance of complex software applications. This position leverages deep technical expertise to guide teams through the full software development lifecycle, ensuring high-quality deliverables and continuous improvement. The Advisor will mentor team members, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive strategic technology initiatives across multiple projects and platforms.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead software development teams in designing, coding, testing, and deploying application solutions.

Create detailed technical specifications and design documentation.

Conduct peer code reviews and quality assurance assessments.

Partner with vendors to develop estimates and delivery plans for projects across application families.

Ensure the quality and consistency of technology solutions delivered by internal and external teams.

Provide technical leadership and accountability across multiple concurrent projects.

Drive efforts to reduce technical debt and mature team technologies.

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance application support and delivery.

Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) for assigned technology components.

Collaborate with architects to evolve the technology landscape, including retiring or introducing new components.

Lead resolution of high-priority production incidents and root cause analysis.

Support special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or equivalent work experience.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant software development experience; 1+ years at Express Scripts preferred. OR Master's degree with 3+ years of relevant experience.

Proven ability to deliver innovative and practical technical solutions aligned with organizational goals.

Strong understanding of software engineering principles, design patterns, and best practices.

Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.

Experience in healthcare or PBM industry preferred.

Familiarity with vendor partner models and collaborative development environments.

Demonstrated ability to mentor team members and foster technical growth.

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

Adaptability to dynamic work environments and evolving technologies.

Work Environment & Schedule:

Flexible work schedule may be required to meet project deadlines.

Hybrid or remote work options may be available depending on business needs.

If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload.

For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 109,200 - 182,000 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location.

This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus plan.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That's why you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year and paid holidays. For more details on our employee benefits programs, visit Life at Cigna Group .

About The Cigna Group

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we're dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

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