Application Development AdvisorPosition Overview:The Optimization Support team within the Operations Testing department is seeking a strategic and technically skilled Application Development Advisor to lead and support the development of innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and business outcomes.This role requires a dynamic leader who can influence across the organization, drive technical excellence, and foster collaboration among cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong interpersonal skills, and a passion for continuous improvement and innovation.<div></div>Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Technical Strategy &amp; Innovation<ul><li>Lead the architecture, design, and development of custom applications and tools.</li><li>Provide thought leadership across multiple technical domains.</li><li>Identify and implement innovative solutions to optimize business processes and system performance.</li><li>Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.</li></ul></li><li>Cross-Functional Collaboration<ul><li>Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders across departments.</li><li>Collaborate with onshore and offshore teams to resolve issues and deliver high-quality solutions.</li><li>Facilitate technical discussions and ensure alignment with business goals.</li></ul></li><li>Project Leadership &amp; Execution<ul><li>Manage multiple concurrent projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to standards.</li><li>Prioritize tasks and resources effectively for self and team members.</li><li>Make independent decisions to drive progress and remove obstacles.</li></ul></li><li>Customer Focus &amp; Problem Solving<ul><li>Maintain a strong customer service orientation in all interactions.</li><li>Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into scalable technical solutions.</li><li>Ensure solutions are user-centric and meet operational needs.</li></ul></li><li>Team Development &amp; Growth<ul><li>Mentor and guide junior developers and peers.</li><li>Promote a culture of learning, experimentation, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Encourage adoption of new tools, techniques, and best practices.</li></ul></li></ul><div></div>Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).</li><li>5+ years of experience in application development, architecture, or technical leadership roles.</li><li>Proven ability to influence and collaborate across diverse teams and stakeholders.</li><li>Strong proficiency in designing and delivering enterprise-level applications.</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions independently.</li><li>Experience working with both onshore and offshore development teams.</li><li>Passion for innovation and continuous improvement.</li></ul><div></div>Preferred Skills:<ul><li>Experience in pharmacy benefit design or healthcare-related systems.</li><li>Familiarity with optimization tools, automation frameworks, or performance tuning.</li><li>Agile/Scrum methodology experience.</li><li>Cloud platform experience (e.g., Azure, AWS).</li><li>C#/ .NET Framework</li><li>Application Programming Interface (API’s)</li><li>SQL Server Application Programming and Administration</li><li>Web UI Creation, ReactJS</li></ul> 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 101,400 - 169,000 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 <a target="_blank" href="https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fjobs.thecignagroup.com%2Fus%2Fen%2Flife-careers&amp;data=05%7C01%7Ctara.lacy%40alight.com%7C614ff3e76611438bf19e08db0528595d%7C232a81501ff64e00ad51c491fb66cb74%7C1%7C0%7C638109443089488453%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=sujvOguJwxMApr%2F9VE3wKJvbkTt6wFwO8tzzzz6QPtM%3D&amp;reserved=0">Life at Cigna Group</a>.About Evernorth Health ServicesEvernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health and increase vitality. We relentlessly innovate to make the prediction, prevention and treatment of illness and disease more accessible to millions of people. 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.If you require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. 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