Software Engineering Senior Advisor

The Sofware Engineering Senior Advisor provides counsel and advice to top management on significant Application Development matters, often requiring coordination between organizations. Acts as the principal designer for complex major systems and their subsystems utilizing a thorough understanding of available technology, tools and existing designs. Provides comprehensive consultation to business unit and IT management and staff at the highest technical level on all phases of application programming and processes for diverse development platforms, computing environments (e.g., host based, distributed systems, client server, software, hardware, technologies and tools, etc.). Works closely with client and IT management and staff to identify application development solutions, new or modified programs, reuse of existing code through the use of program development software alternatives, or integration of purchased solutions or a combination of the available alternatives. Researches and evaluates alternative solutions and recommends the most efficient and cost effective application programming solution. May code new or modified programs, reuse existing code through the use of program development software alternatives and/or integrates purchased solutions. Documents, tests, implements and provides on-going support for the applications. Focuses on providing thought leadership and technical expertise across multiple disciplines. Recognized internally as "the go-to person" for the most complex Application Development assignments.

Qualifications:

• Must be a current contractor with Cigna Healthcare, Evernorth Health Services, or one of their subsidiaries.
• 5+ years PRPC 7.x or PRPC 8.x, HCIF and/or other Pega solutions with Pega CSSA, CSA certification holders. Knowledge of Rest Web Services, Micro Services and CI/CD is a plus. Expertise in objected-oriented techniques/principles, system integration using web services and service interfaces, database design.
• Ability to work in SCRUM based Agile teams and practice Agile methodologies and ceremonies. Technical Skills 5+ years experience.
• Must demonstrate strong skills in communication, problem solving, collaboration, leadership and project management.

Education:

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
• Bachelors degree required.

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.

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.

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