IT Distinguished Engineer - Encore program
Cigna
Remote in Hartford, Connecticut
Job Description
** Please note, this position is only for Encore eligible Cigna prior workers*
Distinguished Engineers are recognized experts in multiple technology domains within Cigna, and represent the senior technical leadership within their organization and throughout the company at large. They are responsible for helping shape the future direction of the organization, assisting management establish strategic roadmaps, and driving priorities to meet objectives. They also have a strong track record of growing and influencing others, working with all levels of senior leadership, and fostering the psychological safety and happiness of members of their team.
Requirements General
10+ years of experience, at least 4 in a lead position (such as Engineering Manager or Staff Engineer)
Creative thinker and problem solver, able to distill complex problems down to actionable items
Ability to thrive in a fully remote organization Technical
Deep and broad knowledge of current and emerging technologies that affect the business
Communication
Proficiency in the English language, with excellent written and oral communication skills
An inclination towards communication, inclusion, visibility, and transparency Leadership
Experience in leading teams technically Responsibilities
General
Develop architecture and systems that meet the test of time iteratively
Provide a point of escalation for teams facing extremely complex technical challenges
Attain a measurable impact on the work of teams across the company
Achieve a wide sphere of influence
Technical
Identify challenges and technical interdependencies and suggest solutions to address them
Use quantitative analysis to impact key business decisions
Communication
Evangelize successful adoption and use of tooling and technologies
Lead conversations to encourage collaboration across teams
Present at relevant events (e.g., conferences, user groups, meetups, webinars)
Develop and/or consult on internal training programs
Embody the Cigna values and demonstrate humility in the way they interact with individuals
Leadership
Take central role in decision making for technical, business, and organizational issues
Teach, mentor, grow, and advise other domain experts, individual contributors, and teams in the organization
Build technology and organizational bridges to key organizational partners
Work with key customers in assigned areas to address technical challenges
Exemplify Cigna values through code, reviews, communications, and processes (following and setting)
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 Cigna
Cigna Corporation exists to improve lives. We are a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. Together, with colleagues around the world, we aspire to transform health services, making them more affordable and accessible to millions. Through our unmatched expertise, bold action, fresh ideas and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, we are a force of health services innovation. When you work with us, or one of our subsidiaries, you’ll enjoy meaningful career experiences that enrich people’s lives. 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: 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.
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.
Distinguished Engineers are recognized experts in multiple technology domains within Cigna, and represent the senior technical leadership within their organization and throughout the company at large. They are responsible for helping shape the future direction of the organization, assisting management establish strategic roadmaps, and driving priorities to meet objectives. They also have a strong track record of growing and influencing others, working with all levels of senior leadership, and fostering the psychological safety and happiness of members of their team.
Requirements General
10+ years of experience, at least 4 in a lead position (such as Engineering Manager or Staff Engineer)
Creative thinker and problem solver, able to distill complex problems down to actionable items
Ability to thrive in a fully remote organization Technical
Deep and broad knowledge of current and emerging technologies that affect the business
Communication
Proficiency in the English language, with excellent written and oral communication skills
An inclination towards communication, inclusion, visibility, and transparency Leadership
Experience in leading teams technically Responsibilities
General
Develop architecture and systems that meet the test of time iteratively
Provide a point of escalation for teams facing extremely complex technical challenges
Attain a measurable impact on the work of teams across the company
Achieve a wide sphere of influence
Technical
Identify challenges and technical interdependencies and suggest solutions to address them
Use quantitative analysis to impact key business decisions
Communication
Evangelize successful adoption and use of tooling and technologies
Lead conversations to encourage collaboration across teams
Present at relevant events (e.g., conferences, user groups, meetups, webinars)
Develop and/or consult on internal training programs
Embody the Cigna values and demonstrate humility in the way they interact with individuals
Leadership
Take central role in decision making for technical, business, and organizational issues
Teach, mentor, grow, and advise other domain experts, individual contributors, and teams in the organization
Build technology and organizational bridges to key organizational partners
Work with key customers in assigned areas to address technical challenges
Exemplify Cigna values through code, reviews, communications, and processes (following and setting)
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 Cigna
Cigna Corporation exists to improve lives. We are a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. Together, with colleagues around the world, we aspire to transform health services, making them more affordable and accessible to millions. Through our unmatched expertise, bold action, fresh ideas and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, we are a force of health services innovation. When you work with us, or one of our subsidiaries, you’ll enjoy meaningful career experiences that enrich people’s lives. 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: 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.
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.
