Staff Software Development Engineer - Frontend
About The Position
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 We are seeking a highly skilled frontend-focused Staff Software Engineer to join our modernization team focused on transforming the legacy CVS pharmacy systems into a cutting-edge, cloud-native platform hosted on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). As part of the team, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing user interfaces that enhance the experience related to the patient and drug domains. You will work closely with backend and design teams to create responsive, scalable, and maintainable frontend applications using modern frameworks like React. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in frontend development, system design, and a deep understanding of user-centric design principles. Preference for this role is for the selected candidate to work hybrid out of our corporate office in Woonsocket, RI or Hartford, CT; remote will be considered for candidates not in close proximity to an office.
Requirements
- 7+ years of frontend development experience with React, JavaScript, and TypeScript
- 7+ years of proven experience driving frontend best practices in a large-scale environment
- 3+ years of experience designing and implementing testing frameworks/strategies (e.g., Jest, Cypress, Playwright, etc.)
- 3+ years working with CI/CD pipelines and workflows
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (HS diploma + 4 years relevant experience)
Nice To Haves
- Strong knowledge of frontend security concepts (e.g., XSS prevention, secure cookies, CORS)
- Experience with JxBrowser or similar tools for hybrid web applications
- Strong knowledge of accessibility standards and responsive design
- Strong understanding of microservice best practices and distributed systems
Responsibilities
- Architect and develop advanced web applications using React, JavaScript, and TypeScript
- Establish and enforce frontend best practices, including performance optimization and maintainability
- Lead initiatives around frontend security concepts, ensuring robust protection against common vulnerabilities
- Design and implement comprehensive testing strategies and evaluate testing frameworks
- Collaborate on CI/CD processes, ensuring seamless integration and deployment
- Guide the adoption of tools like JxBrowser or similar for hybrid web applications
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to the frontend engineering team
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision coverage
- paid time off
- retirement savings options
- wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
