Software Engineering Advisor - Evernorth (Work at Home)

A Software Engineering Advisor performs detail design, development, documentation, debugging and implementation of technical products, software programming applications. This person also recommends alterations and enhancements to improve quality of products and/or procedures.

Level Expectations:

• Should have experience with hands-on native app development in Kotlin / Java using the Android SDK or iOS using Swift. This includes detailed software design, developing code with unit tests to implement the design, correcting flaws based on requirements testing, and integrating the applications.
• Possess advanced knowledge of the tools and processes required by the role
• Function well in large-scale, highly complex, cross-functional / platform environment
• Solid individual performance, but may spend considerable portion of their time providing direction for others
• Share knowledge, coach and mentor Standard level resources in area of expertise
• May have duties instructing, directing, and checking the work of others
• Good communication and relationship skills, both in directing the technical team and updating Client leadership. Strong interpersonal communication skills are required to be successful in this position. The team is highly collaborative and is looking for someone with the passion / aptitude to grow with this team of talented engineers

Must be a current contractor with Cigna, Express Scripts, or Evernorth. Evernorth is a new business within the Cigna Corporation.

Essential Functions:

• Work with IT and Business management to evaluate complex user requests, projects, and clarify objectives and functional requirements for new or modified computer programs
• Determine feasibility, cost and time required, compatibility with current system, and system capabilities
• Formulate detailed program specifications using structured analysis and design methodology
• Prepare project documentation when needed
• Work with functional architects to define and implement application architecture
• Code new or modified computer programs into existing systems and test program effectiveness
• Evaluate error messages, modify codes and troubleshoot programming problems
• Develop detailed application designs and specifications for computer applications
• Perform analysis of systems issues or changes
• Write documentation describing program development, logic, coding, and corrections
• Participate in the development of user manuals and operating procedures
• Provide assistance to IT team members with issues needing technical expertise or systems and / or programming knowledge

Qualifications:

• Must be a current contractor with Cigna, Express Scripts, or Evernorth. Evernorth is a new business within the Cigna Corporation.
• High School diploma or GED required
• Bachelors Degree in computer related field is preferred
• A minimum of 3 years of professional native Android development experience in Kotlin or Java using the Android SDK or native iOS development experience using Swift.
• 3+ years of development experience using Kotlin or Swift.
• Experience with modern Android architectural patterns (Android Architecture Components) or iOS architectural patterns.
• Thorough knowledge of programming concepts, design, procedures and practices
• 3+ years of experience debugging software issues
• Experience with releasing applications to the Google Play Store or Apple Store.
• A portfolio of Apps built and available in the Google Play Store or Apple Store
• Experience with consuming APIs and interfacing with backend services, including familiarity with JSON, REST and XML.
• Experience with automated build process, unit testing, source code analysis, and obfuscation.
• Experience with multiple platform development environments, including Linux, Mac OS and/or Windows.
• Ability to work in an agile environment.
• Proven ability to produce quality documents using a variety of media, text and tools with a minimum of errors
• Experience with networking, concurrency, design patterns, memory management and debugging in the context of Android applications.
• Experience implementing third-party libraries and APIs, as needed
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Advanced problem solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with other Departments to resolve complex issues with innovative solutions
• Ability to meet deadlines and balance multiple deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and meet project deadlines
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment and make independent decisions
• Must be extremely process and detail oriented
• Strong customer service focus
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Familiarity with health care / pharma industry is very helpful
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule to accommodate project deadlines

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 95,900 - 159,800 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.

About Evernorth

Evernorth, Cigna Corporation's health services segment, exists to elevate health for all. We're building on our legacy and redefining health care as we know it. Unbiased in how we think, we create without limitation. We partner without constraints, deliver value differently and act in the interest of humanity. Solving across silos, closing gaps in care, and empowering clients, customers, and people everywhere to move onward and upward. When you work with us, you'll be empowered to solve the problems others don't, won't or can't. Join us. What difference will you make?

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: [email protected] for support. Do not email [email protected] for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.

Cigna 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.