The Cigna Group

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This position is a temporary assignment. As a contractor, you’ll be employed by Magnit, not The Cigna Group or any subsidiaries of The Cigna Group. Location/Schedule: Open to Remote, USA (EST hours). If local to a Cigna office, hybrid schedule (Bloomfield, CT | St. Louis, MO | Philadelphia, PA) About The Role We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Application Developer with 12+ years of IT experience as a lead developer. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert in designing and building web-based enterprise applications and a problem solver who thrives both independently and in collaborative team environments. Key Responsibilities • Architect, design, and develop scalable enterprise applications using technologies such as Node.js/JavaScript, Python, REST APIs, Oracle, MySQL, JSON, Docker, Jenkins, and Okta. • Optimize complex SQL queries for performance and scalability • Build and maintain applications in a Linux environment, demonstrating deep comfort and fluency with shell scripting and system tools • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and deliver user-centric software solutions • Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and contribute to architectural decisions • Ensure high standards of software quality through best practices, testing, and documentation Required Qualifications • 12+ years of experience in software development, with a strong track record as a lead developer • Proven expertise in Node.js, Python, RESTful API design, Oracle, MySQL, and JSON • Advanced knowledge of SQL query optimization and database performance tuning • Extensive experience working in Linux environments • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team • Excellent communication skills and a passion for building intuitive, user-first applications Preferred Attributes • Self-starter with a proactive mindset and ownership mentality • Deep understanding of user experience principles and a commitment to delivering solutions that prioritize usability • Experience in agile development methodologies and DevOps practices Other Qualifications • Identity and Access Management • HitHub Hourly Pay Rate Range (dependent on location, experience, expectation)  The pay range that Magnit reasonably expects to pay for this position is: $60.00/hour-$77.00/hour  Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (provided minimum eligibility hours are met)