Software Engineering Advisor - Evernorth Health Services - Hybrid

Cigna - Morris Plains, NJ

Full-time - Mid Level

Morris Plains, NJ

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About the position

The Software Engineering Advisor at Evernorth Health Services is a pivotal role focused on providing expert leadership in complex engineering projects, particularly in the areas of Claims Adjudication and Drug Utilization Review systems. This position requires a blend of technical expertise, analytical skills, and the ability to mentor junior developers while navigating a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The advisor will leverage their knowledge of mainframe technologies and cloud solutions to deliver innovative initiatives that enhance healthcare services.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert content/professional leadership on complex Engineering assignments/projects.
• Analyzes, designs, develops and implements solutions for Claims Adjudication and DUR (Drug Utilization Review) systems.
• Possesses Cobol, CICS, VSAM and DB2 skills.
• Mentors junior developers.
• Builds solutions that integrate multiple technologies, including Cloud technologies.
• Exercises creativity, foresight, and judgment in planning and delivering initiatives.
• Advises functional leaders using professional knowledge and acumen.
• Provides thought leadership within DUR and works on broader projects requiring an understanding of wider business.

Requirements

• Excellent analytical and technical skills with the ability to quickly learn new technologies.
• Hands-on experience with architecture and design to support various Cigna organizations.
• Proficiency in mainframe technology like COBOL, DB2, JCL, CICS, VSAM.
• Strong interpersonal skills including problem solving, decision making, influencing, and change management.
• 3-5 years of experience in Software Development and Best Practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, and rapidly changing environment.
• Experience in triaging defects and data analysis.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field with 5 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or 11 years of relevant experience without a Bachelor's Degree.
• Strong mentoring skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize workload and meet project deadlines.
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies.